Dr. Alanna Blumhagen is a born and raised Calgarian who graduated from the University of The Fraser Valley with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. While at UFV Alanna played for the varsity women’s soccer team. After three years as a varsity athlete she decided to step back from playing and concentrate more on the scholastic side of university. However, she still had that desire to be a part of a team and this led to her discovering her passion for athletic therapy and developing a keen interest in the world of physical rehabilitation. She then received her Doctorate of Chiropractic degree Cum Laude at the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon in 2020.

Dr. Alanna practices using the diversified technique of chiropractic and is committed to helping her patients pursue their health and fitness goals. Her compassion for helping others affords her a unique approach to personalized and comfortable hands on treatment. She uses an evidence based approach to patient care and strongly believes in empowering her patients to take control of their own health to achieve mental and physical well being.

Dr. Alanna’s time as a varsity athlete has led to her desire to work with athletes of all ages, helping them optimize their performance on and off the court, field, or pitch. She is also very passionate in helping individuals improve their everyday function pain free and help them get back to doing the things they love.

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Hi I’m Kathy Chu and I’m a registered massage therapist who graduated from Foothills College of Massage Therapy in 2008 and from MH Vicars in 2013. I’m trained in Swedish relaxation, therapeutic, and pre/postnatal massage. I also have experience with sport injuries and motor vehicle accidents.

I believe in finding a balance in life through healthy practices, which include physical activity and therapeutic treatments such as massage. In my spare time, I train at the gym, chill with my corgi Charlie, or just enjoy good food and drinks with friends.

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Dr. Ann Colaco graduated from the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Calgary, AB with honours. She is a practitioner that prioritizes a holistic view on health through the use of traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Acupuncture. As a health professional, she is distinguished in the fact that she has 8 years of extensive experience as a registered Massage Therapist in combination with her doctorate in TCM and acupuncture.

Dr. Colaco excels at treating the following conditions: * fertility * menstrual pain and cycle irregularities * menopause * musculoskeletal injuries including sprains and strains * headaches/ migraines * digestive issues * insomnia * anxiety and depression.

Her practice involves treating the body holistically with a balance of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine. Dr. Colaco utilizes acupuncture, IMS, electro-acupuncture, motor point needling, gua sha, cupping, massage, myofascial release techniques, cosmetic acupuncture and herbal formulas to support patients with their health goals.

Beyond her technical skills, Dr. Colaco’s genuine passion for her craft and compassionate nature set her apart in the field. She takes the time to listen to her patients, truly understanding their unique needs and tailoring her treatments accordingly to help them feel their best.

When she is not treating in the clinic, she enjoys baking, gardening, lifting weights and reading.

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Dr. Ashlyn Demmers grew up in Calgary and completed her Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science at the University of Calgary. She then continued to earn her Doctor of Chiropractic in Portland, Oregon at the University of Western States. Family and the sunshine brought her back home to Alberta in 2019. Dr. Demmers developed a passion for sports at a young age. Her years of competitive dancing sparked an interest in anatomy, proper body biomechanics, and injury recovery. She was involved in Sports Medicine programs all throughout grade school. From then, she decided to help other young aspiring athletes remain healthy and pain free. Dr. Demmers has a passion for treatment that not only focuses on joint dysfunction and injuries, but also prevention of further injury. She is a multi-faceted chiropractor where no two patients will be treated the same and is excited to help you reach your health goals. Dr. Demmers is an evidence-based practitioner who is fully certified in Medical Acupuncture/Dry Needling, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM), Cupping Technique, and Muscle Activation Techniques and has additional training in McKenzie Technique and Kinesiotaping techniques. Outside of the office, Dr. Demmers enjoys dancing, golf, world travel and exploring new hiking trails with her big rescue dog!

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A born and raised Calgarian, Dr. Kyley completed her Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary prior to graduating from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in 2010. Growing up, she was taught to address health concerns through lifestyle and nutrition first and she has carried that belief into her professional life.

An avid traveller, Dr. Kyley worked as a volunteer doctor with Natural Doctors International (NDI) in Nicaragua, where she worked alongside nurses and medical doctors in both clinical and hospital settings.

Dr. Kyley has a general family practice that focuses on educating and empowering those she works with to take an active role in their health. She has special interest in women’s health, pediatrics, digestive concerns, skin health, mood disorders and athletics.

Dr. Kyley is licensed through the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA) and a member of both Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) and Alberta Association of Naturopathic Doctors (AAND). She has previously served on the board for NDI and NDI-Canada, and is a board member for the Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Centre (PILSC). In addition to her naturopathic training she is a certified Bowen Therapist, and has additional training in Acupuncture including Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Neural Therapy, Prolotherapy, and IV therapies. She has been a contributor for Impact Magazine, and enjoys doing community talks for different family groups, at the Running Room and Community Natural Foods.

Dr. Kyley believes in an active lifestyle to help promote and maintain health. She finds balance in her own life through travel, running, hiking, snowboarding and volunteering.

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Dr. Ikram is a Calgary chiropractor practicing chiropractic in northwest Calgary. He graduated from the University of Western States in Portland Oregon with Clinic Honours designations.

Dr.Ikram has a strong background in sport, nutrition, fitness and bodybuilding. He played competitive hockey, basketball and volleyball before attending the University of Alberta for his undergraduate studies. Dr. Ikram’s past experience has included work with some of the top CFL players and Olympic athletes in Canada. As such, he has an excellent background in sport-specific training, rehabilitation and injury prevention. Dr. Ikram is fully certified in Active Release Techniques, Graston Technique, Acupuncture/Dry Needling and Kinesiotaping. Dr. Ikram also has a wide range of experience with a variety of patients. He has treated pediatric patients from the age of 3 weeks old all the up to senior patients at the age of 90.

Dr. Ikram uses a 3 prong approach for optimum health and function; joint manipulation, soft tissue work and rehabilitation exercise. He believes that success in sport/lifestyle is dependent on many factors, and therefore the body must be analyzed from a biomechanical, anatomical, and functional point of view, and treated accordingly.

Extra Certifications: Active Release Technique, Graston, Acupuncture/Dry needling, Kinesiotaping

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I was first introduced to the field of chiropractic as a young tennis athlete with a hip injury. After having exhausted almost all treatment options over a period of two years, I was finally introduced to a Chiropractor who ultimately provided the only effective treatment. This experience inspired me to pursue it as a career, hoping to provide that same support to future patients.

I completed my Doctorate of Chiropractic and Master’s of Sports Medicine at the University of Western States, graduating from both with honours. I also hold a Bachelor of Mining Engineering from the University of Alberta and after working in Fort McMurray for 5 years obtained my Professional Engineer designation.

Evidence based medicine is incorporated into my daily practice, and I am devoted to treating every patient like an elite athlete. Determining the root cause of a problem is key to long term success, not just symptom management. I’m certified in Active Release Technique (A.R.T.), IMS/Dry Needling and have additional training in Graston, COX Flexion Distraction, and K-Tape methods.

When not at the clinic, you’ll find me playing tennis or squash, on the ice rink playing hockey, listening to music, or exploring the Rocky Mountains.

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Chris received his Diploma of Acupuncture in 2011 and his Eastern Herbal Diploma in 2013 from The Institute of Traditional Medicine in Toronto. Chris’ training in TCM includes acupuncture, Eastern herbal medicine, cupping, Qi Gong (meditation with movement), Eastern nutrition and more recently has used cold laser therapy and infrared technology. In addition to Chris’ formal program, he has attended many seminars taught by the leaders of TCM in North America. As a result he has learned several different strategies to natural healing. If your body does not respond to one approach, there are others to try. Chris is passionate about supporting people on their path to total wellness by working with the body’s natural healing abilities to achieve harmony in mind, body and spirit.

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Julia grew up playing competitive soccer and volleyball and was no stranger to injuries. She became inspired to pursue the profession after working closely with her physiotherapists. She graduated from Mount Royal University with a Bachelor of Health and Physical Education in Physical Literacy and completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta.

Julia has experience working with a variety of populations including, infants and children, athletes, older adults, complex polytrauma patients and individuals with neurological conditions. Julia enjoys treating all ages and abilities and has a special interest in working with pediatric clients. She is a Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) service provider. Julia takes a client centered approach with her treatments, incorporating individualized exercise prescription, manual therapy, joint mobilizations and dry needling. She utilizes the latest research and provides education while ensuring the client’s goals are at the forefront of any treatment.

Julia has taken additional training and is certified in Functional Dry Needling/Intramuscular Stimulation and Trauma-Informed Care.

In her spare time, Julia enjoys spending time with friends and family, going for walks with her puppy, working out, gardening and baking.

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Mihai received his Bachelor of Human Kinetics at Trinity Western University, graduating with honours while competing in varsity spots in cross-country and track and field in the Canadian Interuniversity Sports throughout his degree. He then completed his Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta.

Mihai enjoys working with all patient populations with a specific interest in working with sports injury rehabilitation. He uses a comprehensive approach to develop individualized personal treatments plans. Mihai is currently working on his manual therapy levels, of which he has finished 3, through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Mihai is also certified in Functional Dry Needling (FDN).

Outside of work, Mihai is an avid athlete who trained and competed in provincial level Men’s Physique and is now focusing on Olympic Weightlifting. He also enjoys downhill skiing, traveling, board games, and the occasional run.

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Claudia has a Masters of Science of Physical Therapy from New York, with over 30 years of clinical practice in manual orthopedic and pelvic health physiotherapy in British Columbia and Alberta. In her career she has designed curriculum, instructed students and mentored professionals, owned/managed private multidisciplinary health care clinics, and carried a wide case load of specialty clients in her own private practice.

Claudia brings to NW Calgary her experience in treating neuromusculoskeletal concerns, combining her skills in joint mobilization (using Positional & Active Release, Muscle Energy, Cyriax & Maitland techniques), myofascial release, nerve and spinal/dural mobilization, lymph drainage, and somatic movement therapies (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation & Neurodevelopmental Therapy). She has special interest in dural/spinal whiplash, concussion/headaches, vertigo, neural traction/compression disorders, hands/feet, and chronic pain.

Pelvic Health patients, both men and women, benefit from her years of successful treatment of Abdominopelvic Adhesions & Scar Tissue, Chronic Pelvic Pain, Coccydynia, Colonic Obstruction, Constipation, Core & Pelvic Floor (Kegels) Isolation/CoContraction, Diastasis, Dyspareunia (painful intercourse), Endometriosis, GERD (Gastroesophagael Reflux), Incontinence (Urinary & Fecal) , Pelvic/Sacral/Hip Malalignment, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (weakness, myofascial pain), Pelvic Organ Prolapse (Bladder, Uterus, Rectum), Pre- and Post-Partum, Pubis Osteitis, Pudendal Neuralgia, Sciatica & Mixed Pelvic Nerve Entrapment, Trauma & Sexual Abuse, Uterine Fibroid Adhesions, Vaginismus, Vulvodynia, Vulvar Vestibulitis.

In the world of meditation and healing arts, Claudia has attained Mastery level in Healing Chi Gong and Reiki. She has a life-long love of horses, breeding warmbloods and riding advanced level dressage. She is a licensed Equestrian Canada NCCP Coach. Claudia enjoys clients of all ages, from infants to elderly, engaging her lifelong passion for relieving pain and restoring function with compassion, joy and laughter.

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Dr. Shaomei Sarah Shen is a registered Acupuncturist, a registered Massage Therapist, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM), and MD (China). She is member of the College and Association of Acupuncturist of Alberta (CAAA) and has been appointed to its Conducts and Competency Committee.

Dr. Shen’s journey in holistic health care began in 1987 when she graduated from Taishan Medical University in Shandong Province, China. After five years as a resident doctor at the Qingdao Cancer Institute, Dr Shen was promoted to doctor-in-charge. In 2000, after advanced training at Shanghai’s Fudan University, Dr. Shen achieved her goal as a cancer specialist, receiving her license as an Oncologist. During this time she co-authored two books: “888 Questions and Answers About Cancer” and “The Prevention of Cancer.” Soon after, Dr. Shen was promoted to an associate chief physician at Qingdao People’s Hospital. She worked there as an oncologist until 2005, when she immigrated to Canada.

As a new resident of Canada, Dr. Shen again dedicated herself to study and work. In 2009, she graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapists and became a registered massage therapist in the Massage Therapist Association of Alberta (MTAA). In 2012, she graduated from the Calgary College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture and, in 2013, became a registered acupuncturist in the CAAA. An avid learner, Dr Shen continually upgrades her professional practice. In 2013 and 2014 she travelled to Beijing to learn the one-needle acupuncture technique and the advanced acupuncture technique focusing on the pulse.

Dr. Shen is a holistic health care practitioner. She expertly combines Western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine. For each client, Dr. Shen performs the Eight Principal diagnosis which analyses: the yang and yin, the superficial and deep, the cold and heat, and the deficiency and excess. She also incorporates the Four Ways diagnostic methodology: observation, auscultation and olfaction, inquiry, and pulse evaluation. Due to her thorough examinations and treatments, Dr. Shen has achieved an excellent reputation among her clients and colleagues.

Dr. Shen specializes in the following: - Acute/Chronic Strain/Sprain - Chronic Pain Syndrome - Infertility - Weight Loss - Diabetes - Anxiety / Depression - Menopause Syndrome - Tobacco Addiction

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Courtney is a registered massage therapist in the city of Calgary. She completed her schooling at Makami college and graduated in Advanced Clinical Massage with 3000 hours. She offers a variety of techniques and incorporates general Swedish massage, myofascial release, deep tissue, sports massage, cupping and stretching/strengthening into all her treatments. She believes massage can help reduce stress while also helping you maintain a healthy body and mind. Whether your symptoms are related to stress, tension, postural imbalances, neuromuscular symptoms, trigger points or Motor vehicle accidents, she customizes all treatments based on each patient’s unique and particular needs.

Her ultimate goal is for all my patients to achieve a pain free, balanced and energetic body that contributes to a healthy lifestyle.

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Neo graduated from Mount Royal University with 2200 hours. She loves therapeutic massage where she can focus on the cause of the problem for her patients while educating them. She practices and incorporates cupping, myofascial release in her treatments. She loves spending time with her family, they enjoy hiking and picnics. She loves to dance, crochet and knit to wind down her day.

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Melissa is a graduate of Makami College’s 3000 hour Advanced Massage Therapy program in Calgary. She has experience with athletes, motor vehicle accidents, chronic pain issues, injuries, and general relaxations. She incorporates a variety of techniques including Swedish techniques, deep tissue, myofascial release, cupping, and stretching. Melissa believes massage is great for rehabbing injuries, calming the nervous system, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She will customize your treatment to your needs. Her goal is keeping you moving, happy and healthy.

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Dr. Frances received her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine degree from Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC in 2011. Dr. Frances Wang is a native of Taiwan. She grew up in a family that believed in food as medicine and living a balanced life. At a young age, Dr. Frances would help her Traditional Chinese Medical doctor grandfather prepare medicine for patients. She developed a curiosity for the ancient healing philosophy that led to her path of pursuing natural medicine.

Upon completing her undergraduate degree in Biology at Tunghai University, Taiwan, her passion eventually led her to Canada to study Naturopathic Medicine; a medicine that blends evidence-based science with natural forms of medicine to deliver health care. Dr Frances believes that we all deserve to live our lives to the fullest – and that we have the potential to achieve it. It is her passion and dedication to work with people in their healing journey by uncovering the root cause of chronic diseases and pain with personalized natural treatments. Dr. Frances practices Prolotherapy (regenerative injection) for people to become pain free, as well as intravenous injections and evidence-based herbal medicine and nutrition to help patients achieve their health goals. In her practice, Dr Frances focuses on pain relief (for headaches, migraines, knee pains), digestive conditions, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and women’s health using diagnostic exams and laboratory tests.

Dr. Frances is licensed through College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA)and College of Naturopathic Physician in British Columbia (CNPBC), and is a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) and Alberta Association of Naturopathic Doctors (AAND). She is also board certified in heavy metal chelation and detox, advanced IV therapies, acupuncture, prolotherapy, mesotherapy, and neural therapy. In addition to her naturopathic training, Dr. Frances is also a Manual Osteopathic Therapist. She believes that an integrative approach using multiple modalities is what helps her patients achieve optimal results. Outside of clinic, Dr. Frances enjoys gardening, hiking, and spending time with her husband Terence and two boys.

To read on patients stories or medical services Dr. Frances offers, visit http://www.calgarynaturopathicdoctor.org/

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Kevin You is a practicing physiotherapist in NW Calgary. He is a graduate of the University of Alberta Physical Therapy Masters program and the University of Calgary Kinesiology program with a specialty in Leadership in Pedagogy, and Coaching. Kevin has over 6 years’ experience working in the field.

Kevin is extremely passionate about health and wellness. Growing up, he played many sports including hockey, volleyball, and track and field. He continues to value physical activity in his everyday experience and enjoys rock climbing, weightlifting, hiking, skiing, and various intramurals.

Kevin promotes rehabilitation through open communication and patient education. He is skilled in furthering one’s understanding of how to increase strength, mobility, and function while attending to individual needs. Kevin is also certified in IMS, Spinal Manipulation, and can send for Diagnostic Imaging (conventional radiographs and diagnostic ultrasound). His goal is to enrich patient’s lives through physical independence and getting them back to the life they love.

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