Dr. Kevin A. Deschamps

Dr. Kevin A. Deschamps provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions

• Scoliosis (Functional & Pain Management): Tailored exercise and manual therapy approaches to support individuals living with scoliosis.
• Chronic Pain Syndromes (with Biomechanical Factors): Addressing persistent pain where underlying joint dysfunction, muscle imbalance, nerve irritation, or altered movement patterns are identified as significant contributing factors.
• Bursitis (Various Regions): Alleviating discomfort from inflamed bursae through gentle therapies and advice on activity modification.
• Muscle Strains & Ligament Sprains (Various Regions): Helping you recover from common injuries like a pulled hamstring, twisted ankle, or strained back muscle.

Hip, Leg & Foot Conditions

• Plantar Fasciitis / Heel & Foot Pain: Effective treatment for plantar fasciitis, focusing on reducing inflammation, stretching the plantar fascia and calf muscles, and addressing foot biomechanics.
• Ankle Sprains & Instability: Rehabilitation for acute ankle sprains and management of chronic ankle instability to restore strength, balance, and prevent recurrent injuries.
• Achilles Tendinopathy: Pain, stiffness, and sometimes swelling in the Achilles tendon (the large tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone), often resulting from overuse or improper biomechanics.

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries (e.g., Whiplash, Back Strain): Helping you recover from the physical impact of a car accident with a tailored chiropractic care plan.
• Pediatric Musculoskeletal Conditions (e.g., Growing Pains, Postural Concerns): Gentle chiropractic care for infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on issues like non-specific growing pains, postural imbalances, recovery from minor sports injuries, or concerns related to spinal development, using age-appropriate techniques.
• Pregnancy-Related Musculoskeletal Pain: Chiropractic care adapted for the unique needs of expectant mothers, focusing on maintaining comfort, optimizing pelvic alignment, and preparing for childbirth.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Dr. Deschamps can assess your needs.

• Graston Technique® / IASTM: Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) using specially designed stainless steel tools to detect and treat fascial restrictions, scar tissue, and chronic inflammation (practitioner certification dependent).
• 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.
• Cross-Friction Massage: A specific deep transverse massage technique applied across affected tendons or ligaments to break down adhesions, reduce scar tissue, and promote an optimal healing environment.
• Myofascial Release Technique (MRT): Targeted soft tissue work to alleviate muscle tightness, break down adhesions, and restore fascial integrity.
• Sports Injury Management & Performance Optimization: Helping athletes of all levels recover from injury and achieve their performance goals.
• Active Release Techniques (ART®): ART® for targeted relief of soft tissue injuries and repetitive strain conditions.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Deschamps. 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 Pickering Wellness Centre, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Deschamps frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Overcoming feeling like my lower back is locked up to achieve moving more freely and easily throughout their entire body and resume working on your car in the garage is a common success story at Dr. Kevin's practice. Personalized care makes a real difference.
• For those whose pubic bone pain (symphysis pubis dysfunction) has made gracefully ice skating with your family during the winter months a challenge, Dr. Kevin offers a path towards feeling lasting relief from chronic shoulder discomfort and clicking. Chiropractic care can be instrumental in helping you rediscover the joy of movement and an active lifestyle.
• If limited mobility in my [back/neck/shoulder/hip/knee] is impacting your daily life and preventing you from enjoying your competitive tennis matches on Saturday mornings again, know that effective chiropractic care can help. Dr. Kevin focuses on achieving better managing flare-ups with personalized strategies and feeling more in control so you can engage in the things you love again.
• Dr. Kevin frequently helps people find solutions for the limitations imposed by soreness on the inside of my elbow (golfer's elbow). The common goal is turning their head fully and comfortably again, making driving and daily tasks easier, enabling a confident return to valued life activities, for instance, participating in sailing regattas or leisurely boating activities, with greater comfort and ease.

Your personalized chiropractic care plan, developed with Dr. Deschamps, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Dr. Deschamps practices at Pickering Wellness Centre, situated in the Bay Ridges, West Shore neighborhood of Pickering. The clinic is conveniently located near Frenchman's Bay Marina and is easily accessible via Durham Region Transit (DRT). Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

What does a chiropractor mean by a 'subluxation' or 'joint restriction'?

When a Chiropractor refers to a subluxation or joint restriction, they are typically describing a joint that isn't moving properly or is misaligned in a way that can affect nerve function and lead to discomfort or other health issues. Chiropractic adjustments aim to address these specific joint problems.

Is chiropractic treatment, especially an adjustment, painful?

Most patients find chiropractic adjustments to be a comfortable procedure. The goal is to reduce pain and improve function. While there might be a brief moment of pressure, it's rarely painful. If your muscles are very tight or joints are inflamed, you might feel some temporary soreness afterwards, but your Chiropractor will discuss this with you and tailor the force and technique to your needs.

Do chiropractors only treat back pain?

It's a common misconception that chiropractors only deal with back problems. In reality, we treat a broad array of conditions affecting the body's structure and function. If you have pain or dysfunction in any joint or muscle, from your jaw to your toes, a Chiropractor may be able to help.

Is chiropractic care covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

Generally, OHIP does not cover chiropractic services in private clinics for most residents. There may be limited exceptions for services provided within certain community health programs or clinics, but for typical private practice, patients should check their private insurance coverage. It is advisable to verify with your insurance provider for details.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Chiropractor in ON?

Chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, meaning you can book an appointment directly without a referral from a medical doctor. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes, so it’s best to check your individual policy.

What is Pickering Wellness Centre's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that life happens! However, to ensure we can accommodate all our patients, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. Appointments missed or cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice may be subject to a cancellation fee. Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to make changes.

Pickering Wellness Centre
1128 Kingston Rd.
Pickering, ON L1V 1B4

Phone: (905) 420-9494

Dr. Kevin A. Deschamps 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/3070/10/595d5ea965a9f0df10fcf223

Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.