The first visit is 60 minutes so we have time to listen, assess how you move, and understand your goals. Many Thunder Bay patients come in worried about pain or unsure where to start. By the end of the visit, you will have a clear plan and know what the next steps are. My background in kinesiology and experience working on chronic pain teams shaped that approach.

It depends on your condition and goals. Some Thunder Bay patients need only a few visits for a recent injury. Others benefit from a longer rehab plan that progresses into strength training. We outline a clear plan so you know what we are working toward.

Yes, when they are appropriate. Manual therapy and adjustments can help reduce pain and improve mobility. Long term improvement usually comes from progressive exercise therapy and strength training.

Brown Chiropractic and Rehab combines rehab, strength training, and fitness testing in one place. We help Thunder Bay patients move from pain relief to real world performance. My background in kinesiology, varsity football, chiropractic care, and firefighting shaped an approach that focuses on building strength and resilience.

Yes. We commonly help patients with back pain, neck pain, sciatica, shoulder injuries, hip and knee problems, and sports injuries. Treatment includes assessment led rehab, exercise therapy, and manual therapy when helpful.

Yes. We work with patients after hip replacement, ACL surgery, rotator cuff repair, and other procedures. Rehab focuses on restoring strength and mobility so you can return to work, sport, and normal life safely.

Yes. Many patients have persistent or recurring pain. We use graded exercise therapy, education, and strength training to rebuild capacity and confidence.

Usually not. Most musculoskeletal problems can be assessed clinically. If imaging is needed, we will guide you on next steps.

Often yes, and we encourage it. Rehab here is designed to help you return to strength training safely rather than avoiding activity.

Yes. We work with workplace and return to work injuries and provide the required documentation.

Clinician-supervised training is strength and conditioning guided by a licensed chiropractor with experience in rehab and exercise therapy. At Brown Chiropractic and Rehab in Thunder Bay, these exercises are built into your treatment plan and adjusted to your injury history, fitness level, and goals so you can train safely and confidently.

These are small group exercise sessions led by a chiropractor with strength and conditioning experience. Programs are tailored to injury history, fitness level, and goals. Many Thunder Bay patients use these sessions to transition from rehab back to training.

Yes. Everyone is assessed first and exercises are adjusted to your needs. Many patients continue in group sessions to maintain progress after rehab.

No. Groups include beginners, older adults, youth development, and athletes. The goal is safe and steady improvement

Yes. As a full time Thunder Bay firefighter, I design programs around real job demands including strength, endurance, and injury prevention.

Groups are small so everyone receives coaching and feedback. They may consist of 2 to 6 people in one group.

VO2 max testing measures how efficiently your body uses oxygen during exercise. It helps determine aerobic fitness, training zones, and endurance capacity. We use the VO2 Master Analyzer, one of the only systems available in Northern Ontario.

Athletes, runners, cyclists, firefighters, police applicants, and anyone interested in their cardiovascular fitness or health baseline.

Yes. We screen every client and offer submax testing for older adults or those with medical concerns.

Ventilatory thresholds show when your body shifts from easy aerobic work to harder effort. These values help guide zone two training, interval programs, and endurance planning. This is especially useful for clients who are tracking progress with structured cardio.

If you are training seriously, retesting every few months helps evaluate your program. If your goal is general health, repeating the test once a year is a great way to track your cardiovascular fitness over time, just like tracking blood pressure at your annual checkup.

Yes, for appropriate cases.

Virtual chiropractic appointments help overcome accessibility barriers, travel constraints, and time management challenges. They are structured, clinician-guided sessions designed to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not practical.

Yes. VO₂ Max results are provided through a structured virtual report of findings appointment. During this session, we review:

• VO₂ Max results
• Ventilatory thresholds
• Heart rate training zones
• Efficiency markers
• Clear training recommendations

Screen sharing allows you to see and understand your data in detail. A written summary and training guidance are provided.

Virtual review sessions are ideal for athletes and professionals who prefer a focused, data-driven discussion without needing to attend in person.

Sessions are conducted through a secure video platform.

You will receive a private link prior to your appointment. During the session we may:

• Review symptoms or training progress
• Assess movement patterns
• Modify your rehabilitation or strength program
• Demonstrate or refine exercises
• Interpret testing data

A written plan or summary is provided when appropriate so you leave with clear next steps.

Coverage depends on your individual extended health benefits plan.

Many plans include virtual chiropractic services. A receipt is provided so you can submit to your insurer if applicable.

Most extended health plans cover chiropractic care. We provide receipts for reimbursement.

For most Extended Health Benefit plans, yes. Contact us to check your coverage.

Costs vary depending on assessment visits, rehab sessions, group training, or VO2 testing packages. Pricing is listed when booking online.

Brown Chiropractic and Rehab is located in Thunder Bay inside Thrive Strength and Wellness, a private strength and conditioning facility with convenient parking.

Comfortable athletic clothing is ideal because most appointments include movement testing or rehab exercises. If you are coming from work, you can change at Thrive Strength and Wellness. Change rooms and showers are available for your convenience.