Dr. Sandra Jensen

Dr. Sandra Jensen provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries (e.g., Whiplash, Back Strain): Musculoskeletal trauma resulting from car accidents, commonly involving whiplash-associated disorders (neck pain, stiffness, headaches), back strains, soft tissue damage, and joint sprains.
• Sports Injuries (Acute & Overuse): Helping you recover from common sports injuries like runner's knee, shoulder strains, or ankle sprains, and optimizing your biomechanics for better performance.
• 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.
• Pregnancy-Related Musculoskeletal Pain: Supporting a healthier and more comfortable pregnancy by addressing biomechanical changes and associated pain.

Head, Neck & Jaw Conditions

• Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerve in Neck): Symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness radiating from the neck into the shoulder, arm, or hand due to nerve root compression in the cervical spine.
• Headaches (Cervicogenic, Tension-Type, Migraine Support): Pain in the head, often linked to neck issues (cervicogenic), muscle tension (tension-type), or as a component that chiropractic care can help manage in certain migraine cases by addressing musculoskeletal triggers.

Hip, Leg & Foot Conditions

• Piriformis Syndrome / Deep Gluteal Pain: Pain in the buttock region, which can sometimes radiate down the leg mimicking sciatica, often caused by spasm or tightness of the piriformis muscle irritating the nearby sciatic nerve.
• Knee Pain (Osteoarthritis, Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - Conservative): Management of knee pain through chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and exercises aimed at improving joint function, stability, and reducing symptoms from conditions like runner's knee or mild meniscal tears.

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

• Flexion-Distraction Therapy (e.g., Cox® Technic): A gentle, non-force adjusting procedure using a specialized table that flexes and distracts the spine, often effective for disc-related conditions and spinal stenosis.
• Activator Methods® Technique: Instrument-based adjustments for a specific and gentle approach to joint care.
• Gonstead Technique: A highly specific and detailed approach to spinal analysis and adjustment.
• 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: Utilizing a precision drop-table for comfortable and effective spinal adjustments.
• Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT®): A gentle technique focusing on the relationship between the sacrum (base of the spine) and occiput (base of the skull), often using pelvic blocks and cranial work to restore nervous system function (practitioner certification dependent).

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

• Experience the significant benefit of improved nerve function, leading to less tingling, numbness, or weakness if you're dealing with sore hips, especially when lying on my side at night. Dr. Sandra helps patients regain their ability to fully participate in activities like shoveling snow or raking leaves without dreading the aftermath through focused and gentle chiropractic treatments.
• Many individuals visit Dr. Sandra because they are tired of dealing with feeling like my lower back is locked up. Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve regaining functional strength in previously weak or injured areas and get back to enjoying important activities like sitting through long, important meetings without fidgeting or back pain.
• For those whose feeling like my neck muscles are rocks has made losing myself for hours painting or sculpting in your art studio a challenge, Dr. Sandra offers a path towards walking with ease, free from sharp radiating leg pain. Chiropractic care can be instrumental in helping you rediscover the joy of movement and an active lifestyle.
• Getting back to playing your guitar/piano/drums after struggling with feeling unsteady on my feet, like i might fall is a frequent aspiration for patients at Dr. Sandra's clinic. A dedicated care plan often leads to improved ability to perform everyday tasks with greater ease and comfort and a return to a more active life.

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

Dr. Jensen's practice at Discovery Chiropractic is situated in the heart of Downtown Campbell River, in the North Campbell River neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently located near the Waterfront Walkway, making it easily accessible for patients coming from various parts of the city. Patients can reach the clinic via the Campbell River Transit System (BC Transit), with stops nearby ensuring easy public transportation access. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

Is chiropractic care covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP) in BC?

In British Columbia, MSP provides partial coverage for chiropractic services through the Medical Services Plan, typically covering a set amount per visit for a limited number of visits (currently up to 10 per year for supplementary benefits including chiropractic care). Patients with lower incomes, such as those on Premium Assistance, may be eligible for some coverage, often with a co-payment. Most other adults will need private insurance to help cover costs. It is essential to verify your eligibility and coverage details directly with MSP and your private insurer.

What kind of education and training do chiropractors in Canada receive?

Chiropractors in Canada complete a rigorous post-secondary education, earning a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree. This program typically requires at least three years of undergraduate university coursework followed by four years of intensive study at an accredited chiropractic college. The curriculum includes comprehensive training in basic sciences such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, neurology, and biomechanics, as well as clinical sciences like diagnostic imaging, orthopedics, and differential diagnosis. Chiropractic-specific subjects such as adjusting techniques and rehabilitation are also emphasized, along with extensive hands-on clinical internship experience. Graduates must pass demanding national and provincial board examinations to become licensed to practice.

What is Discovery Chiropractic'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.

What are Discovery Chiropractic's operating hours?

Our clinic 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 check our website for the most current hours and practitioner availability.

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

No. Chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals in BC, meaning you can book an appointment directly without a referral. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your individual insurance policy for specific requirements.

Discovery Chiropractic
1241 Dogwood Street
Campbell River, BC V9W 3A3

Phone: (604) 316-6864

Dr. Sandra Jensen 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=10653

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