About
Dr. Gary Squires is a dedicated Chiropractor. Practicing at Squires Family Chiropractic in Dawson Creek, BC, Gary is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Chiropractors of British Columbia (CCBC) standards. With a compassionate approach, Dr. Squires focuses on providing comprehensive chiropractic assessment and treatment for a broad spectrum of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, emphasizing spinal health and overall well-being. He serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, ensuring personalized care tailored to each individual's unique needs.
Dr. Gary Squires completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree and has gained valuable clinical experience through years of dedicated practice. He is committed to ongoing professional development and stays current with evidence-based chiropractic practices to offer the most effective treatments to his patients. His goal is to help each individual achieve better health, improved function, and enhanced quality of life.
Dr. Squires’s practice philosophy centers on helping the Dawson Creek community attain optimal health and vitality through chiropractic care. He believes in providing individualized care plans that address each patient’s specific health goals and needs. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Dr. Gary Squires strives to create a welcoming environment where patients feel supported and confident in their journey toward better health.
Dr. Gary Squires provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Specific Populations & Injury Types
- Postpartum Musculoskeletal Issues: Rehabilitation focused on restoring pelvic and spinal alignment, core strength, and addressing pain after delivery.
- Pediatric Musculoskeletal Conditions (e.g., Growing Pains, Postural Concerns): Supporting healthy growth and addressing common childhood musculoskeletal complaints through safe and modified chiropractic approaches.
Back & Spine Conditions
- Spondylolisthesis (Lower Grades): Chiropractic management for stable, lower-grade spondylolisthesis, focusing on reducing pain, improving spinal stability, and enhancing function.
- Rib Pain / Intercostal Neuralgia / Costochondritis: Addressing pain around the rib cage, often sharp or related to breathing/movement, potentially due to rib joint dysfunction, intercostal muscle/nerve irritation, or cartilage inflammation (costochondritis).
- Herniated, Protruded, or Bulging Discs (Symptomatic): A condition where the soft inner part of a spinal disc pushes out, potentially pressing on nearby nerves and causing pain, numbness, or weakness in the back, neck, arms or legs.
General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions
- Myofascial Pain Syndrome / Trigger Points: Identifying and treating muscular trigger points to relieve pain, reduce muscle tension, and improve range of motion.
- Fibromyalgia (Pain & Stiffness Management): Helping fibromyalgia patients improve their quality of life by addressing musculoskeletal components of their condition.
- Chronic Pain Syndromes (with Biomechanical Factors): Helping individuals with long-standing pain find relief and improved function by addressing treatable biomechanical components.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Dr. Squires can assess your needs.
- Trigger Point Therapy: Application of focused pressure to specific hyperirritable spots (trigger points) within muscles to relieve pain, reduce muscle tension, and restore normal muscle function.
- 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.
- Active Release Techniques (ART®): A patented, movement-based soft tissue system designed to treat problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves by breaking down scar tissue and adhesions (practitioner certification dependent).
- Myofascial Release Technique (MRT): Targeted soft tissue work to alleviate muscle tightness, break down adhesions, and restore fascial integrity.
- Graston Technique® / IASTM: Targeted therapy with tools like Graston® to address stubborn soft tissue problems.
- Cross-Friction Massage: Targeted deep tissue massage to improve the mobility and healing of injured ligaments and tendons.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Squires. 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 British Columbia (CCBC).
At Squires Family Chiropractic, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Squires frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- If foot pain making it hard to stand or walk for long is impacting your daily life and preventing you from enjoying painting or sculpting in your studio, know that effective chiropractic care can help. Dr. Gary focuses on achieving feeling less pain sensitivity in previously tender areas so you can engage in the things you love again.
- Dr. Gary understands how frustrating pain shooting down my leg can be. By aiming for finding lasting solutions after trying many other approaches without success, chiropractic care can empower you to return to activities like getting a full night's restful sleep with renewed confidence.
- Many individuals visit Dr. Gary because they are tired of dealing with pubic bone pain (symphysis pubis dysfunction). Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve a greater sense of control over their symptoms and physical well-being and get back to enjoying important activities like achieving a full night's deep, restful, and uninterrupted sleep.
- Imagine being able to attending concerts and live events without plantar fasciitis making walking miserable holding you back. Dr. Gary works closely with patients to achieve outcomes such as feeling like their body is functioning at its best, without the constant interference of pain, often utilizing targeted spinal adjustments and supportive therapies to restore proper function.
Your personalized chiropractic care plan, developed with Dr. Squires, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Squires Family Chiropractic is situated in the heart of Dawson Creek, within a modern clinic in the central neighborhood of Dawson Creek. The location is convenient for residents and visitors alike, being close to local community services and pharmacies. The clinic is easily accessible via local public transit routes, making it simple for patients to attend their appointments without hassle. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Chiropractor in BC?
- In British Columbia, chiropractors are considered 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. Patients are advised to check the specifics of their individual insurance policy to confirm coverage requirements.
- Is chiropractic care covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP) in BC?
- MSP provides partial coverage for chiropractic services, including a set number of visits per year, for eligible individuals such as those on Premium Assistance or with lower incomes. Most patients will have a co-payment, and coverage is limited for non-eligible individuals. It is recommended that patients verify their MSP eligibility and consult their private insurance plans for full coverage details.
- What should I expect during my first chiropractic appointment?
- The first chiropractic session primarily involves assessment and understanding your health concerns. Dr. Squires will inquire about your health history and perform physical tests to identify the root cause of your condition. Based on this, a tailored treatment plan will be developed. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, and treatment may begin during this initial visit if appropriate.
- How long do chiropractic appointments usually last?
- The initial appointment typically lasts about an hour, including assessment. Follow-up visits are usually shorter, often 15 to 20 minutes. Dr. Squires will advise on the appropriate duration based on your specific needs and treatment plan.
- What are Squires Family Chiropractic's operating hours?
- Squires Family Chiropractic is typically open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with some early morning or evening appointments available on select days. We may also offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Please call our office or visit our website for the most current hours and practitioner availability.
Squires Family Chiropractic
#1-1112 102nd Avenue
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 2C1
Phone: (604) 986-9355
Dr. Gary Squires is regulated by the Health Professions Act in BC and is a member of the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia (CCBC).
Verify registration with the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia (CCBC): https://find.bcchiro.com/code/find.php?doctor=10478
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.