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I am dedicated to offer you chiropractic care tailored to your unique needs, no matter your age or your condition. I want to help you reach your full health potential thanks to the optimal expression of your nervous system.
HOW DOES CHIROPRACTIC WORK?
Subluxation
A chiropractic subluxation as a self-perpetuating, central segmental motor control problem that involves a joint, such as a vertebral motion segment, that is not moving appropriately, resulting in ongoing maladaptive neural plastic changes that interfere with the central nervous system’s ability to self-regulate, self-organize, adapt, repair and heal.”
(The Rubicon Group, May 2017.)
What this means is that a joint not moving well will alter the information sent to the brain. In response, the brain will make negative adaptations to this information, triggering a response back to the joint. This creates a vicious cycle that prevents your body from healing or functioning properly.
Cause of Subluxation
Subluxation can result from an inability to cope with stressors or an overload on the system. We encounter stressors daily, and when they are within a manageable level, our nervous system can adapt and handle them effectively. However, when stressors become overwhelming and exceed our capacity to cope at that moment, they can lead to a subluxation—akin to a blown circuit breaker.
FIRST VISIT
What to expect
1. You’ll begin by filling out a health questionnaire that covers your health history and lifestyle habits.
2. We will then discuss your current health status and any concerns you may have.
3. The doctor will conduct a comprehensive assessment, which includes:
- Neurological examination
- Orthopedic evaluation
- Posture analysis
- Spinal motion assessment
4. If necessary, the doctor will prescribe x-rays and refer you to a radiology facility.
5. After the exam, the doctor will provide an overview of your situation, a diagnosis, and, if appropriate, we can proceed with the first adjustment.
Techniques
Depending on your preferences and condition, your chiropractor will propose an approach that may combine different techniques. Dr. Godbout, chiropractor, is continually expanding her expertise by regularly attending new technique classes to provide the best options for those under her care. Here are some of the most common techniques she uses:
Dr Godbout, chiropractor, is always looking to expand her technique toolbox and she attends new technique classes regularly to offer the most options to the people under her care.
These are the most common techniques that she uses.
DIVERSIFIED TECHNIQUE
The chiropractor performs a high-speed, low-amplitude manipulation on a joint. People often hear a popping sound, although this is not always the case.
ACTIVATOR TECHNIQUE
The activator is a tool that enables the chiropractor to make adjustments with a lighter force. The tool allows for different levels of pressure to be adjusted according to the needs of the individual.
THOMPSON TECHNIQUE
The technique uses an articulating drop-piece table that allows the doctor to decrease the force applied to the patient.
People recognize the loud noise from the table pieces “dropping” to create speed during the adjustment.
Dr Nathalie Godbout, chiropractor
Dr. Nathalie Godbout, chiropractor, was born on the Gaspé coast and practiced there for 23 years. In 2017, she moved to Montreal to be closer to family and to embrace the challenge of urban practice.
A 1995 graduate of Parker University in Dallas, Dr. Godbout trained in a variety of chiropractic techniques. Passionate about her profession and dedicated to serving her clients, she regularly attends professional seminars and conferences both in Canada and abroad. Her interests include sports medicine, pediatrics, nutrition, and, more recently, neurology.
A 1995 graduate of Parker University in Dallas, Dr. Godbout trained in a variety of chiropractic techniques. Passionate about her profession and dedicated to serving her clients, she regularly attends professional seminars and conferences both in Canada and abroad. Her interests include sports medicine, pediatrics, nutrition, and, more recently, neurology.
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Volunteering
In the sports field, Dr. Godbout volunteered for 13 years as a medical coordinator for the local juvenile football team in Gaspésie. She has participated in numerous regional events, providing care to athletes and speaking at various sports clubs, schools, and businesses about healthy lifestyles and the importance of chiropractic care. She has mentored other chiropractors for over 10 years and, since relocating to Montreal, has volunteered at the Accueil Bonneau clinic.
Business hours
Tuesday 8h00-12h30, 13:30-16h30
Wednesday 13h00-16h30, 17h00-18h15
Thursday 8h00-12h30, 13h30-16h30
Friday 10h30-12h30, 13h30-17h30
We are located on the service road of Route 40 East, between Ares Cuisine and BMW. You will see large white poles in front of the building.
Parking is available in the front lot, marked “VISITOR”; on the side lot, marked “METSPACE”; and in a large open parking lot behind the building.
Once inside, proceed to the end of the hallway and turn right into Metspace, Suite #107. Our clinic is the first one office inside of Metspace.
Parking is available in the front lot, marked “VISITOR”; on the side lot, marked “METSPACE”; and in a large open parking lot behind the building.
Once inside, proceed to the end of the hallway and turn right into Metspace, Suite #107. Our clinic is the first one office inside of Metspace.
