About
Dr. Erin L. Cougle is a dedicated Chiropractor practicing at Thrive Health Ptbo in Peterborough, ON. She is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO). With a compassionate approach, Dr. Cougle focuses on understanding each patient's unique needs and goals, fostering a supportive environment where individuals feel empowered to take an active role in their health journey. Her goal is to help her patients achieve better health, improved function, and a greater sense of well-being through personalized chiropractic care.
Dr. Cougle specializes in providing comprehensive chiropractic assessment and treatment for a broad spectrum of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, with an emphasis on spinal health and overall vitality. She serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, tailoring her techniques to ensure safety, comfort, and effectiveness. Whether addressing acute injuries, chronic pain, or wellness maintenance, her approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and a holistic understanding of health. Her gentle, attentive care aims to restore proper function and support the body’s natural healing processes.
She completed her Doctor of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. With extensive clinical experience, Dr. Cougle is dedicated to ongoing professional development, staying current with the latest evidence-based chiropractic practices. She believes in empowering her patients through education and compassionate care, fostering a supportive environment where health and vitality can flourish. She offers care in English and is passionate about helping her community achieve optimal health and well-being.
Dr. Erin L. Cougle provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions
- Muscle Strains & Ligament Sprains (Various Regions): Comprehensive care for acute muscle and ligament injuries, focusing on reducing inflammation, promoting optimal healing, and restoring strength and flexibility.
- Fibromyalgia (Pain & Stiffness Management): As part of a multidisciplinary approach, chiropractic care can help manage the widespread musculoskeletal pain, stiffness, fatigue, and tender points associated with fibromyalgia.
- Postural Imbalances & Related Pain: Helping you achieve better posture to alleviate pain, improve breathing, and enhance overall physical well-being.
Back & Spine Conditions
- Mid-Back Pain (Thoracic Spine Pain / Interscapular Pain): Discomfort, aching, or stiffness in the area between the shoulder blades and below the neck, often related to posture, rib joint issues, or muscle strain in the thoracic spine.
- Facet Joint Syndrome / Facet Pain: Pain originating from the small joints (facet joints) located on the back of the spine, often causing localized back or neck pain that can worsen with certain movements like bending or twisting.
Specific Populations & Injury Types
- Pregnancy-Related Musculoskeletal Pain: Management of common musculoskeletal discomforts experienced during pregnancy, such as low back pain, pelvic girdle pain (including symphysis pubis dysfunction), sciatica, and rib pain, using safe and gentle techniques.
- Geriatric Care (Mobility, Stiffness, Fall Prevention): Gentle chiropractic approaches tailored to help older adults manage age-related joint stiffness, improve mobility and balance, reduce osteoarthritis pain, and decrease the risk of falls.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Dr. Cougle can assess your needs.
- Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT®): A specialized method aimed at optimizing cerebrospinal fluid flow and neurological integrity through craniosacral adjustments.
- Activator Methods® Technique: Precise and gentle corrections delivered with a handheld adjusting instrument.
- Gonstead Technique: A specific system of analysis (including X-ray review, instrumentation) and full-spine manual adjustments designed for precision and thoroughness (practitioner specialization).
- Flexion-Distraction Therapy (e.g., Cox® Technic): A traction-based chiropractic technique aimed at increasing spinal motion and resolving disc bulges or herniations.
- Diversified Technique: A widely used manual adjusting technique involving specific high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts to restore proper movement and alignment to spinal and extremity joints.
- Thompson Drop-Table Technique: A gentle adjusting method using a specialized table with sections that drop slightly, allowing for precise adjustments with minimal force.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Cougle. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.
All services are provided in accordance with standards set by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO).
At Thrive Health Ptbo, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Cougle frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Experience the significant benefit of improved ability to perform everyday tasks with greater ease and comfort if you're dealing with feeling like the tin man needing oil. Dr. Erin helps patients regain their ability to fully participate in activities like painting or sculpting in your studio through focused and gentle chiropractic treatments.
- If parts of my hand/foot falling asleep is impacting your daily life and preventing you from enjoying attending concerts and live events, know that effective chiropractic care can help. Dr. Erin focuses on achieving reduced inflammation and swelling in affected joints, promoting comfort so you can engage in the things you love again.
- Imagine being able to shooting hoops and playing pickup basketball at the local outdoor court without heel spur pain making it hard to stand holding you back. Dr. Erin works closely with patients to achieve outcomes such as accomplishing physical goals they once thought were out of reach, often utilizing targeted spinal adjustments and supportive therapies to restore proper function.
- Overcoming feeling 'jammed up' in my spine to achieve improved coordination for both simple and complex tasks and resume attending your children's school events and performances comfortably is a common success story at Dr. Erin's practice. Personalized care makes a real difference.
Your personalized chiropractic care plan, developed with Dr. Cougle, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Dr. Cougle practices at Thrive Health Ptbo, located in the vibrant Downtown Peterborough, Central neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently situated near the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre, making it easy for patients to access quality care. It is well-connected via Peterborough Transit, ensuring accessible transportation options for all. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Chiropractor in ON?
- In Ontario, chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, meaning patients can book an appointment directly without a referral from a medical doctor. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may still require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes, even if it's not legally necessary to see the Chiropractor. Patients are advised to check the specifics of their individual insurance policy.
- What does a chiropractor mean by a 'subluxation' or 'joint restriction'?
- In chiropractic, a 'vertebral subluxation' or 'joint restriction' (also sometimes called a joint dysfunction) refers to a spinal or extremity joint that has lost its normal position or motion. This can irritate surrounding nerves, muscles, and other tissues, potentially leading to pain, inflammation, reduced mobility, or other symptoms. The goal of a chiropractic adjustment is to correct these restrictions and restore proper joint function.
- Is chiropractic care covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?
- Ontario's OHIP generally does NOT cover chiropractic services in private clinics for most of the population. There might be very limited exceptions through specific government programs or if care is provided within a Community Health Centre or Family Health Team that has integrated chiropractic services, which is rare for typical private practice. Patients are strongly advised to check with their private insurance plans.
- How long do chiropractic appointments usually last?
- Your initial consultation and examination typically last between 45 to 60 minutes to allow for a thorough assessment. Follow-up treatment visits are generally shorter, often ranging from 15 to 30 minutes depending on the treatments and individual needs.
- Is there parking available at or near Thrive Health Ptbo?
- Yes, there is free patient parking available directly in front of or behind our building. Metered street parking is also available on nearby streets, and paid parking is accessible in the public parkade located one block east of our clinic. Limited free street parking may also be found nearby.
Thrive Health Ptbo
250 Sherbrooke St, Unit 6
Peterborough, ON K9J 2N4
Phone: (705) 775-9453
Dr. Erin L. Cougle is regulated by the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and the Chiropractic Act, 1991 in ON and is a member of the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO).
Verify registration with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO): https://cco.ca.thentiacloud.net/webs/cco/register/?t=1#/registrant/all/all/all/all/all/all/6410/10/5d4dcf8be95b6195fa8858b0
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.