Dr. Kimberley D. Blok

Dr. Kimberley D. Blok provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Head, Neck & Jaw Conditions

• TMJ / Jaw Pain (Temporomandibular Disorders - TMD): Addressing the biomechanical factors contributing to TMD, helping to alleviate muscle tension around the jaw and restore comfortable movement.
• Neck Pain (Acute & Chronic): Addressing the underlying causes of your neck pain, helping to alleviate muscle tension, improve joint function, and prevent future recurrences.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Specialized care for whiplash injuries, focusing on restoring neck mobility, reducing pain and inflammation, and addressing associated neurological symptoms.
• Headaches (Cervicogenic, Tension-Type, Migraine Support): Comprehensive assessment to determine if your headaches have a musculoskeletal origin, followed by tailored treatment to alleviate pain and improve function.

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• 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.
• Geriatric Care (Mobility, Stiffness, Fall Prevention): Chiropractic care focused on maintaining quality of life for older adults through pain management and functional improvement.
• Postpartum Musculoskeletal Issues: Rehabilitation focused on restoring pelvic and spinal alignment, core strength, and addressing pain after delivery.

Shoulder, Arm & Hand Conditions

• Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis): A rehabilitative approach to gradually restore shoulder mobility and alleviate the discomfort of adhesive capsulitis.
• Nerve Entrapments (e.g., Thoracic Outlet, Cubital Tunnel): Chiropractic care to address mechanical nerve compression syndromes such as Thoracic Outlet Syndrome or Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, aiming to relieve pressure and restore nerve function.

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

• 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.
• Gonstead Technique: Targeted adjustments based on the Gonstead system of chiropractic care.
• Thompson Drop-Table Technique: Utilizing a precision drop-table for comfortable and effective spinal adjustments.
• Activator Methods® Technique: Precise and gentle corrections delivered with a handheld adjusting instrument.
• Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT®): Utilizing pelvic blocking and specific cranial-sacral procedures to balance spinal and pelvic structures.
• Flexion-Distraction Therapy (e.g., Cox® Technic): Spinal decompression and mobilization performed on a specialized table to relieve pressure on discs and nerves.

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

• Overcoming my jaw feeling 'off track' to achieve turning their head fully and comfortably again, making driving and daily tasks easier and resume engaging in detailed crafting, sewing, or knitting projects for longer periods is a common success story at Dr. Kimberley's practice. Personalized care makes a real difference.
• Dr. Kimberley frequently helps people find solutions for the limitations imposed by plantar fasciitis making walking miserable. The common goal is seeing their child appear more comfortable, settled, and mobile, enabling a confident return to valued life activities, for instance, CrossFit workouts, with greater comfort and ease.
• Many individuals visit Dr. Kimberley because they are tired of dealing with strained back muscles after yard work. Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve a better understanding of their body and how to prevent future flare-ups and get back to enjoying important activities like enjoying your brisk morning walks with the dog, no matter the weather.
• For those whose vertigo making the room spin when i lie down or get up has made teaching your fitness classes a challenge, Dr. Kimberley offers a path towards participating more fully in family life and social engagements without pain being a constant distraction. Chiropractic care can be instrumental in helping you rediscover the joy of movement and an active lifestyle.

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

Optimal Health & Chiropractic is situated in the central Seaforth neighborhood of Seaforth, ON. The clinic is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to incorporate their chiropractic visits into their daily routines. Accessible via local public transit routes, the clinic is designed to accommodate patients from all walks of life. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

Will I need to get X-rays before starting chiropractic care?

X-rays are not routinely required for every patient. Dr. Blok will conduct a thorough history and physical examination to determine if imaging studies are clinically necessary. Imaging is typically recommended to rule out more serious conditions such as fractures or pathology, to assess for significant spinal degeneration or instability, or if a patient's condition is not improving as expected with conservative care. All imaging decisions are made in accordance with established diagnostic guidelines to minimize radiation exposure.

What should I expect during my first chiropractic appointment?

Your first visit generally involves a comprehensive consultation and physical examination. Dr. Blok will discuss your health history, current symptoms, lifestyle, and treatment goals. This is followed by postural analysis, spinal assessment, range of motion tests, orthopedic and neurological screenings. Based on these findings, she will discuss a diagnosis or clinical impression and outline a personalized treatment plan. Some form of treatment or advice may be provided during this initial visit if appropriate.

Is chiropractic treatment, especially an adjustment, painful?

An adjustment is typically not painful. You might hear a 'pop' or 'crack', which is just gas being released from the joint, not bones cracking. Some patients may feel a mild soreness afterward, similar to post-exercise fatigue, but this is usually temporary. Dr. Blok ensures your comfort throughout the process.

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

In Ontario, OHIP generally does not cover chiropractic services provided in private clinics for most of the population. There are very limited exceptions, such as care delivered within certain Community Health Centres or Family Health Teams that include integrated chiropractic services, but these are rare. Most patients are advised to check their private insurance plans for coverage and reimbursement details.

What kind of clothing should I wear to my chiropractic appointment?

It is best to wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing that allows for ease of movement. Athletic wear, leggings, comfortable pants, and a t-shirt are suitable choices. This enables Dr. Blok to assess your posture and movement easily. For certain examinations or treatments, you may be asked to change into a gown.

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

Chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals in Ontario, meaning you 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. It is advisable to check your individual insurance policy for specific requirements.

Optimal Health & Chiropractic
53 Main St. S., Box 128
Seaforth, ON N0K 1W0

Phone: (519) 600-2200

Dr. Kimberley D. Blok 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/4210/10/595d5ea965a9f0df10fcf5b6

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