Our Team is growing! Please welcome Kinesiologist, Dominique Gravel, and Chiropractor, Dr. Marco De Ciantis to the Team!

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS:

  • Registered Kinesiologist- Dominique Gravel, R.Kin

  • Chiropractor- Dr. Marco De Ciantis, DC

Please Note: Masks are Optional

Please re-schedule your appointment if you feel unwell eg. have any type of cold, flu, sore throat, stomach flu, or covid related symptoms or if you have had recent contact with someone with those symptoms. Please let your practitioner know if you would like them to wear a mask and they will be happy to do so.

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Chiropractic

Chiropractic is a hands-on health care discipline that focuses on the Musculoskeletal System and Nerves. It’s known for its ability to improve movement, ease pain, and enhance overall physical function without the need for invasive treatments. By aligning your body’s structure, including the spine and extremities, Chiropractic Care helps the body heal itself, reducing the need for medication an... Read More

Chiropractic is a hands-on health care discipline that focuses on the Musculoskeletal System and Nerves. It’s known for its ability to improve movement, ease pain, and enhance overall physical function without the need for invasive treatments. By aligning your body’s structure, including the spine and extremities, Chiropractic Care helps the body heal itself, reducing the need for medication and surgery.

Our Doctors are trained to assess and treat all areas of the spine and extremities, including: jaw, neck, back, ribs, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands/fingers, pelvis, hips, knees, ankles, and feet/toes. They are trained in Diversified Chiropractic Technique, Myofascial Release Therapy, Nerve Release Therapies, Graston Technique, Prehabilitation, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, and Kinesiotaping and enjoy trouble shooting difficult injuries.


Acupuncture

Acupuncture rebalances the body’s energy flow, known as Qi (Chi) through the insertion of ultra-fine needles into specific points on the body along energetic pathways, referred to as meridians. There are 365 points along 12 main meridians. As a Registered Acupuncturist, Andrea will often use additional Traditional Chinese Medicine Techniques such as Acupressure, Cupping, Gua Sha, and Tui Na mas... Read More

Acupuncture rebalances the body’s energy flow, known as Qi (Chi) through the insertion of ultra-fine needles into specific points on the body along energetic pathways, referred to as meridians. There are 365 points along 12 main meridians. As a Registered Acupuncturist, Andrea will often use additional Traditional Chinese Medicine Techniques such as Acupressure, Cupping, Gua Sha, and Tui Na massage during a treatment.

By doing an in-depth intake through the lens of Chinese Medicine a working diagnosis is determined which then evolves into an individual treatment plan. This form of medicine focuses on treating the root of the issue while incorporating mind, body and spirit. There are a myriad of diseases and conditions for which acupuncture is an appropriate treatment option. The body of research in support of acupuncture is extensive and expanding. Acupuncture can work beautifully in conjunction with western medicine.

Andrea is passionate about blending allopathic medicine, eastern medicine and energy healing to bring all aspects of each patient into balance; formulating unique individual treatment plans to support you in living your most empowered life. Andrea’s unique blend of training allows her to see your health from various lenses making connections that may be otherwise overlooked.

Areas of specialty include mental health (anxiety/depression), emotional trauma, stress, chronic pain, queer health and complex illness. Andrea is excited to bring her practice to the community of Castlegar and bring her passion of integrative wellness to you.


Cupping Therapy

Cupping Therapy is a noninvasive body work technique that creates suction on the skin with the intent to increase blood/qi flow and remove pathogenic factors. Cupping can be done on various areas of the body to treat musculoskeletal pain, digestive symptoms, asthma/allergies, women's health and so much more. By manipulating the exterior of the body and assessing the resulting cupping marks the ... Read More

Cupping Therapy is a noninvasive body work technique that creates suction on the skin with the intent to increase blood/qi flow and remove pathogenic factors. Cupping can be done on various areas of the body to treat musculoskeletal pain, digestive symptoms, asthma/allergies, women's health and so much more. By manipulating the exterior of the body and assessing the resulting cupping marks the acupuncturist can influence meridians and focus on specific internal organs relating to your Chinese Medicine diagnosis.

Please Note: this service, as a stand alone therapy, is not covered by third party insurance and is only covered when it is included in one of Andrea's Registered Acupuncture treatments.


Table Thai Massage

Each Table Thai Massage session is based on a detailed health assessment, intuitive health reading and collaboration between patient and practitioner. The session is a beautifully blended treatment that fully encompasses healing for mind, body and spirit. Thai massage uses acupressure along energetic lines called Sen with fully supported yogic stretching to open the body. It is used to alleviat... Read More

Each Table Thai Massage session is based on a detailed health assessment, intuitive health reading and collaboration between patient and practitioner. The session is a beautifully blended treatment that fully encompasses healing for mind, body and spirit. Thai massage uses acupressure along energetic lines called Sen with fully supported yogic stretching to open the body. It is used to alleviate pain, stress and tension while supporting internal organ function.

Andrea is a certified Thai Massage Practitioner offering Table Thai Massage. Please Note: this service is not covered by third party insurance.


Reiki

Reiki is a form of healing that works with universal energy. So what is universal energy? We are energy, what we eat provides energy, the planet is energy and our environments are energy. Life and its unpredictability can sometimes cause this energy to be unbalanced. Using reiki symbols we can influence this energy to flow back into alignment in our and around our body. When we are in harmony e... Read More

Reiki is a form of healing that works with universal energy. So what is universal energy? We are energy, what we eat provides energy, the planet is energy and our environments are energy. Life and its unpredictability can sometimes cause this energy to be unbalanced. Using reiki symbols we can influence this energy to flow back into alignment in our and around our body. When we are in harmony energetically the body functions at its best. Reiki can alleviate stress, calm the mind, support digestion, aid in sleep & bring clarity to daily life. Reiki sessions can be held in person or virtually via zoom.

Andrea is a Usui Reiki Master and Violet Flame Reiki practitioner. Please Note: this service is not covered by third party insurance.


Kinesiology

Kinesiology is the study of human movement, performance and function. A Registered Kinesiologist assesses movement, designs corrective exercise programs, and aids in injury prevention through physical activity. Dominique is a passionate and dedicated Kinesiologist with a degree from Concordia University and is Registered with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK). With a ... Read More

Kinesiology is the study of human movement, performance and function. A Registered Kinesiologist assesses movement, designs corrective exercise programs, and aids in injury prevention through physical activity.

Dominique is a passionate and dedicated Kinesiologist with a degree from Concordia University and is Registered with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK). With a strong foundation in human movement, she specializes in helping individuals from all walks of life achieve optimal physical health and performance through personalized exercise programs and rehabilitation techniques.

Dominique believes in the power of movement to prevent injury, enhance recovery, and improve overall well-being.

Dr. Sandy graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College with Honours as a Doctor of Chiropractic. She is trained to assess and treat all areas of the spine and extremities, including: jaw, neck, back, ribs, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands/fingers, pelvis, hips, knees, ankles, and feet/toes. Her training and techniques include: Diversified Chiropractic Technique, Myofascial Release Therapy, Nerve Release Therapies, Graston Technique, Prehabilitation, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, and Kinesiotaping.

Dr. Sandy has a special interest in nerve injuries, pre & post-surgical rehabilitation, as well as headaches, concussions and dysfunctions of the jaw, sinuses, ears, and extremities. She enjoys trouble shooting difficult injuries and treating the whole body. She also believes in advancing the Chiropractic profession through mentoring young chiropractors.

Dr. Sandy believes in comprehensive Chiropractic care for patients of all ages. It restores proper function to the joints, optimizes the nervous system, and helps the body function at its best, from Head 2 Toe!

At Head 2 Toe, Dr. Sandy has brought together a caring and compassionate team of highly skilled practitioners, with the goal of providing patients with multiple treatment options and the highest level of care in a warm and welcoming space.

Dr. Sandy feels blessed to call Castlegar home. She fell in love with the beautiful community of Castlegar in 2013 when she moved here to start practicing. She is excited to be offering Chiropractic services in her practice in the heart of downtown Castlegar. She looks forward to sharing with the whole family, everything that compassion and Chiropractic care can do!

Dr. Sandy graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College with Honours as a Doctor of C... Read More

Dr. Marco is a graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. His clinical practice is focused on patient-centered care and includes Diversified Chiropractic Technique, Myofascial Release Therapy, Graston Technique, and Active Rehabilitation.

Dr. Marco has cultivated years of experience in collaborative patient care, physical rehabilitation, clinical education, public/community health initiatives and team building, doing so in Canada and in East Africa, through owning/operating his own multidisciplinary clinics in Toronto and with internationally operating, Bridge to Health and Global Peace Network, humanitarian groups, respectively.

Dr. Marco is dedicated to using whatever skills and tools necessary, to deliver his patients the best possible experience, care, and active rehabilitation programs. He is very pleased to be a part of the team at Head 2 Toe, working collaboratively, to ensure patient centred care and he looks forward to exploring all that Castlegar and the West Kootenays have to offer.

Dr. Marco is a graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. His clinical practice is f... Read More

Originally from Montreal, Dominique is a passionate and dedicated Kinesiologist with a degree from Concordia University and is registered with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK). With a strong foundation in human movement, she specializes in helping individuals from all walks of life achieve optimal physical health and performance through personalized exercise programs and rehabilitation techniques. Dominique believes in the power of movement to prevent injury, enhance recovery, and improve overall well-being.

After moving to the Kootenays last year, Dominique quickly fell in love with the vibrant community and natural beauty of the area. Dominique is continually upgrading her knowledge and skills with continued education, further enhancing her ability to support patients with a holistic approach to health.

In her free time, Dominique enjoys an active lifestyle, including running, swimming, biking as well as playing music and exploring the outdoors by foraging and hiking.

Originally from Montreal, Dominique is a passionate and dedicated Kinesiologist with a degree fro... Read More

Andrea graduated with distinction from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN). Over the last 18 years she has worked in multiple health care settings here in Canada and in the United States, with a clinical focus in emergency medicine and critical care. Her extensive experience within the allopathic system and her own journey with chronic pain allowed her to experience gaps within our healthcare. Inspired by this, Andrea began training in various areas of integrative medicine.

Andrea went on to obtain her Diploma of Acupuncture with distinction from MacEwan University. Prior, to obtaining her Diploma of Acupuncture, Andrea graduated from Pacific Rim College in 2013 with a certificate in Thai Massage Therapy and certification and advanced training in Cupping and Gua Sha. Andrea also has certification in meditation instruction from Lifestyle Meditation and is an Usui Reiki Master and Violet Flame Reiki practitioner. Prior to moving to Castlegar in 2022, Andrea spent 9 years building a thriving integrative practice in Edmonton, Alberta.

Andrea is passionate about blending allopathic medicine, eastern medicine and energy healing to bring all aspects of each patient into balance; formulating unique individual treatment plans to support you in living your most empowered life. Andrea’s unique blend of training allows her to see your health from various lenses making connections that may be otherwise overlooked.

Areas of specialty include mental health (anxiety/depression), emotional trauma, stress, chronic pain, queer health, and complex illness. Andrea is excited to share her variety of skills with the community of Castlegar and bring her passion of integrative wellness to you.

Andrea graduated with distinction from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a Bachelor of Scien... Read More

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