JP – Chronic Back Pain – gone, along with my anxiety!
After having a 20-year lower back pain issue that was diagnosed as arthritis, I found myself being referred to Dr. Christian Guenette by a close friend. Within moments of being in Dr. G's office and explaining my back pain, he was diving into other areas of my life, particularly around some mental health issues I had been having for a few years. It was like he had a sense of my internal struggle based on my physical ailments. I had been secretly battling with with anxiety and depression and trying dozens of different natural pathways of healing I was unable to find relief.
By the time I had made it into Dr. G's clinic, I had reached a mental rock bottom, unable to regulate my emotions and being recommended to start medications for depression/anxiety by my doctor. Dr. G brought me peace in my mind right away as he started to connect the dots and provided me with some great tools to cope, manage and grow. He helped me identify internal drivers for this anxiety/depression (and back pain) and worked with me through letting go of a lot of the things that were holding me back. I fast forward to today, emotionally regulated and my 20-year daily back pain is no longer there. Obviously, Dr. G was right -- there was a connection -- and as one thing improved, so did the other!
I'll forever be grateful to my friend for referring me to Dr. Christian Guenette!
JP
Vancouver, BC
By the time I had made it into Dr. G's clinic, I had reached a mental rock bottom, unable to regulate my emotions and being recommended to start medications for depression/anxiety by my doctor. Dr. G brought me peace in my mind right away as he started to connect the dots and provided me with some great tools to cope, manage and grow. He helped me identify internal drivers for this anxiety/depression (and back pain) and worked with me through letting go of a lot of the things that were holding me back. I fast forward to today, emotionally regulated and my 20-year daily back pain is no longer there. Obviously, Dr. G was right -- there was a connection -- and as one thing improved, so did the other!
I'll forever be grateful to my friend for referring me to Dr. Christian Guenette!
JP
Vancouver, BC
Teresia – Chronic Hip Pain – gone in only 3 visits!
I’ve been experiencing chronic hip pain for years. I’ve tried many sessions of massage, physiotherapy and other chiropractic treatments, but up to now they’ve only brought me short-term, temporary relief. Thankfully, after years of encouragement from a girlfriend I finally went to see Dr. Christian. After only three sessions, I was astonished to realize my chronic hip pain was gone. I am still in awe. Although I’m not exactly sure how he worked his magic, I believe it has something to do with his special way of aligning the body, mind and spirit that makes all the difference. Dr. Christian’s treatments and at-home recommendations have been so transformational I have incorporated them into my daily life as a regular practice to help keep me mentally and physically at my best. Thanks, Doc!
Teresia LaRocque, MCC
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Teresia LaRocque, MCC
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Shannon – disc bulge - amazing recovery
I first went to see Dr. Guenette about 10 months after a serious lower back trauma had occurred. According to a CAT scan I had a large, bulging, ruptured disc at L5-SI which was putting significant pressure on the sciatic nerve and causing debilitating pain. I tried physiotherapy, acupuncture, and discussed options with surgeons, including a discectomy - which seemed to be being pushed as the best option for me. However, being 32, and someone used to being quite active, I kept seeking other options.
I came away from my first session with Dr. Guenette feeling much more hopeful about my situation - with a better understanding about emotional, mental and physical connections - along with more information regarding the ways in which stress can manifest itself in the body.
Along with chiropractic treatments and neuromuscular work, Dr. Guenette incorporated discussions of the mind body relationship and encouraged me to let go of the fear surrounding my situation (all the while making sure I was comfortable with what was happening). Realizing that mental and emotional stress likely manifested itself in a weak area of my body, I took steps to address several related issues in my life, listen to what my body was telling me, and to trust in its ability to heal from the inside out.
To have shifted from a place, only 3 months ago, of limited movement and constant pain, to where I am now: back at the gym, going to yoga classes, cross-country skiing, and enjoying a much healthier and balanced life-style in general - is absolutely amazing to me. I am so grateful for Dr. Guenette’s insights, expertise, and his treatment of me as a whole person. His care has dramatically improved not only my physical health, but my overall emotional health and well-being in a life-changing way.
Shannon R.
I came away from my first session with Dr. Guenette feeling much more hopeful about my situation - with a better understanding about emotional, mental and physical connections - along with more information regarding the ways in which stress can manifest itself in the body.
Along with chiropractic treatments and neuromuscular work, Dr. Guenette incorporated discussions of the mind body relationship and encouraged me to let go of the fear surrounding my situation (all the while making sure I was comfortable with what was happening). Realizing that mental and emotional stress likely manifested itself in a weak area of my body, I took steps to address several related issues in my life, listen to what my body was telling me, and to trust in its ability to heal from the inside out.
To have shifted from a place, only 3 months ago, of limited movement and constant pain, to where I am now: back at the gym, going to yoga classes, cross-country skiing, and enjoying a much healthier and balanced life-style in general - is absolutely amazing to me. I am so grateful for Dr. Guenette’s insights, expertise, and his treatment of me as a whole person. His care has dramatically improved not only my physical health, but my overall emotional health and well-being in a life-changing way.
Shannon R.
Kait - Mental Health and Motor Vehicle Accident - I cannot recommend these therapies enough
I’ve been receiving Neurofeedback Therapy and Laser Therapy with Shelli at Back2Health, and I can honestly say that it has made all the difference in my life. I have been suffering from anxiety and depression since childhood, and more recently issues with anger management and lack of motivation. I immediately noticed the difference with my first treatment. I felt calmer and the static that was constantly in my head started to clear. With each treatment I am finding it easier to control my emotions and think rationally about scenarios, even if they may have been big triggers in the past. I am now nearing my 15th treatment and feel like a whole new person. I may have been sceptical at first, I admit, but this has improved my social and personal life in so many ways, 100% holistically.
I had a motorcycle accident 10 years ago which destroyed my ankle and left me almost unable to walk, with extreme swelling, pain, and recurring infection in the area. I had seen many specialists and no one could give me any relief or answers, aside from having a fusion surgery, which sounded archaic and horrible. I started with Laser therapy twice each week, and the difference is unbelievable. Swelling is gone, pain is about 10% of what it used to be, and no more infections. I cannot recommend these therapies enough, especially if you are considering more invasive or drug related therapies. Thank you!!!
Kait Scott, Vancouver, BC
I had a motorcycle accident 10 years ago which destroyed my ankle and left me almost unable to walk, with extreme swelling, pain, and recurring infection in the area. I had seen many specialists and no one could give me any relief or answers, aside from having a fusion surgery, which sounded archaic and horrible. I started with Laser therapy twice each week, and the difference is unbelievable. Swelling is gone, pain is about 10% of what it used to be, and no more infections. I cannot recommend these therapies enough, especially if you are considering more invasive or drug related therapies. Thank you!!!
Kait Scott, Vancouver, BC
Piper – Infantile Colic - who knew chiropractic could help?
At 6 weeks of age my daughter Piper was definitely colicky – inconsolably crying for up to five hours a day. My husband and I felt so helpless as nothing we did would help; we would just hold her until she wore herself out from screaming and fell asleep.
After the first week and two visits with Dr. Guenette Piper stopped arching her back in pain from what we guessed were digestive issues. And after the next week and two more visits her crying practically stopped – or at least could be explained by hunger or tiredness. I’d highly recommend Dr. Guenette and this treatment to other parents!
Cris Leykauf, Delta, BC
After the first week and two visits with Dr. Guenette Piper stopped arching her back in pain from what we guessed were digestive issues. And after the next week and two more visits her crying practically stopped – or at least could be explained by hunger or tiredness. I’d highly recommend Dr. Guenette and this treatment to other parents!
Cris Leykauf, Delta, BC
Kanwar Grewal - procrastination and over thinking to balance in the mind
Thank you to Shelli Guenette who did a great job with me for the past 3 months with neurofeedback therapy. The sessions were very helpful in creating balance in the mind which is important when completing daily tasks as I have a lot more energy now to do things without procrastination and overthinking. The sessions also helped me a lot with school as I am able to focus a lot better in classes. I would recommend going to Shelli Guenette for Neurofeedback if you would like to improve issues such as anxiety, overthinking, lack of focus, etc.
Kanwar Grewal
Kanwar Grewal
Diana – Frozen Shoulders no more.
Dr. Guenette is a great Chiropractor. He helped me out with my frozen shoulders a few years ago. I was having so much pain that I had problem even turning my steering wheel! Now, I am able to move with full range of motion. He is very knowledgeable and helped me find out the root cause of my pain.
Diana Cheng - energy practitioner
Diana Cheng - energy practitioner
Mandi - car accident - Back2Health has helped the most.
After being in two motor vehicle accidents approx 1 year apart, my back and neck have been at an all time low. Symptoms of my pain have been the aching in my neck and back non stop. Lack of sleep, pain continuously through the day, limited mobility while looking left and right. I had been seeing a physiotherapist 3 times a week on and off throughout the year depending on the pain level and what I could handle. I also have been seeing my family doctor as well who has been repeatedly prescribing naproxin and rest which was not doing much.
I have been seeing Dr. Guenette for 2 months weekly and my neck has made significant progress and my back is finally starting to get better. It is safe to say I have made more progress towards my recovery in two months than in a year. I am grateful and excited to be trending towards a full recovery. I highly recommend anyone who has pain to see Dr. Guenette. The clinic is warm and friendly and the life talks that accompany the treatments are truly one of a kind and something I look forward to each week. Thank you for reigniting the hope that it is not if I heal now just a matter of when!
Mandi Lambert
I have been seeing Dr. Guenette for 2 months weekly and my neck has made significant progress and my back is finally starting to get better. It is safe to say I have made more progress towards my recovery in two months than in a year. I am grateful and excited to be trending towards a full recovery. I highly recommend anyone who has pain to see Dr. Guenette. The clinic is warm and friendly and the life talks that accompany the treatments are truly one of a kind and something I look forward to each week. Thank you for reigniting the hope that it is not if I heal now just a matter of when!
Mandi Lambert
Ian - "He's more than just a spine doctor."
As an active young man I have been through many injuries and dealt with heaps of rehab and other health professionals. To date (34 years and counting) Dr. Guenette is hands-down, one of the best I have met.
I was initially referred to him for help recovering from an accident which broke vertebrae in my back and neck. Not only was he able to get me physically better, but we were able to locate mental and emotional issues that were also barriers to my recovery.
Dr. Guenette, for me, holds the perfect balance of being an excellent chiropractor, a spiritually aware listener, and a cheerful and grounded, personable man.
I'm always happy to pay him a visit, because I know that I'm going to feel better when I leave, even if I'm not in any specific acute pain; I also look forward to catching up with a good friend.
Ian J.
I was initially referred to him for help recovering from an accident which broke vertebrae in my back and neck. Not only was he able to get me physically better, but we were able to locate mental and emotional issues that were also barriers to my recovery.
Dr. Guenette, for me, holds the perfect balance of being an excellent chiropractor, a spiritually aware listener, and a cheerful and grounded, personable man.
I'm always happy to pay him a visit, because I know that I'm going to feel better when I leave, even if I'm not in any specific acute pain; I also look forward to catching up with a good friend.
Ian J.
Candace – Cervical Dystonia fixed with a combination of treatments
In the fall of 2000 while going to University I began to notice a strange tremor with my neck. After ignoring it for a couple of years, while on a normal bi-yearly check-up at the family doctor, I decided to mention it. I was quickly referred to a neurologist and labelled with a condition called ‘cervical dystonia’.
In 2004, after a lot of debate, emotional anguish and prodding from my family doctor as well as the neurologist, I made the decision to give botox a try…I did it 3 times and I found that it didn’t really work and in fact caused more pain (Not to mention I new that injecting poison into my body really wasn’t the answer).
After suffering from a really bad fourth injection experience which left me in pain and unable to swallow properly for several weeks, I began to seek out alternatives. I tried acupuncture which eased the ache but not the tremor and I went to counselling. My mother then suggested I try CranioSacral Therapy. I figured I had nothing to lose so I did a search on the net and found Dr. Guenette. I sent him an email outlining my situation and he quickly responded that he believed he could help me.
After just a few treatments with Dr. Guenette the tremor began to go away, the pain began to go away, and I began to feel happier, more positive and more confident in myself. Dr. Guenette not only eased the physical pain, moreover he facilitated me dealing with emotional pain. Less than one year later, I no longer have a severe tremor…I no longer feel ongoing pain.
I continue to go to Dr. Guenette because I feel I benefit from regular sessions. I am a happier, healthier person because I made the decision to take responsibility for my body, mind and health and I have Dr. Guenette to thank for facilitating my journey and reminding me to continue on a positive healing path.
I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Guenette to anyone who is open to and seeking a positive, warm and caring healing experience.
Candace L.
In 2004, after a lot of debate, emotional anguish and prodding from my family doctor as well as the neurologist, I made the decision to give botox a try…I did it 3 times and I found that it didn’t really work and in fact caused more pain (Not to mention I new that injecting poison into my body really wasn’t the answer).
After suffering from a really bad fourth injection experience which left me in pain and unable to swallow properly for several weeks, I began to seek out alternatives. I tried acupuncture which eased the ache but not the tremor and I went to counselling. My mother then suggested I try CranioSacral Therapy. I figured I had nothing to lose so I did a search on the net and found Dr. Guenette. I sent him an email outlining my situation and he quickly responded that he believed he could help me.
After just a few treatments with Dr. Guenette the tremor began to go away, the pain began to go away, and I began to feel happier, more positive and more confident in myself. Dr. Guenette not only eased the physical pain, moreover he facilitated me dealing with emotional pain. Less than one year later, I no longer have a severe tremor…I no longer feel ongoing pain.
I continue to go to Dr. Guenette because I feel I benefit from regular sessions. I am a happier, healthier person because I made the decision to take responsibility for my body, mind and health and I have Dr. Guenette to thank for facilitating my journey and reminding me to continue on a positive healing path.
I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Guenette to anyone who is open to and seeking a positive, warm and caring healing experience.
Candace L.
Mel – A More Holistic Approach to Health
I have had a very strong learned behavior that to see a “Doctor,” one had to be sick or have a physiological ailment/injury of some sort. After visiting Dr. Guenette's office, I realized that my logic is faulty AND it goes against what I believe in terms of all kinds of preventative medicine. It took me awhile to journal this through before I could give up the whole ‘patient-doctor’ facade that I had created in my head. I didn’t want to let it go. And finally after a repetitive loop in my journaling (and thank goodness I stopped before it became an infinite loop!)… I just ‘let it go’… So then I asked myself: “So why see Dr G and why now?” I realized that in my first visit with you, I took the safe route and started with a physical ailment that I believed not to be so physical in it’s origin (my back) and since then, what I've discovered is that within all of 45 minutes of chatting with you – I had recognized some very important ‘facts/messages’ that I needed to pay attention to in my life. Now of course my hip and ankle are bothersome but these are minor and will be quickly resolved... AND my learned faulty logic may well have prolonged my hip “injury” because it was an excuse for me to make a ‘Doctor’s appointment’ with you. (Too funny!!)
Cheers
Mel R.
Cheers
Mel R.
Kjara – Life Changes
It is hard for me to know where to start exactly so I will begin with a simple thank you. Although I lived too far away to receive ongoing treatment from you, I wanted you to know that the short time we spent together helped me immensely, in a way that I did not expect. While your techniques were beneficial, I have always felt it was your true compassion and interest, as well as your outside-the-box approach that was the crucial turning point in my healing process.
As I’m sure you remember, when I first met you, my physical ailments had quite literally brought me to my knees. I felt lost, at the bottom of the most dark and desolate place I could have ever imagined in my worst nightmares. And while it was a long, slow climb out of that place, it was you who showed me the ladder. And for that again I am truly grateful. As it turned out, that climb was actually just a bumpy short-cut to a new and incredibly rewarding career that I now pursue with relentless interest.
Above all else you gave me hope, and you gave me the tools to see that the answers to my healing were inside myself all along. And the best news of all is that I found them! With the help of my fabulous family and continued treatments I am now 110% better than the first day I walked into your office, and I can honestly say I would not trade the journey I have discovered for anything. Although I can’t say I would like to do it again; I feel quite confident that I could do it again if I had to.
As you know, I am now also a therapist, and I am grateful to be able to share the path to healing that I have learned, with others. What you may not know is that I take with me into my treatments many things that I learned from you as a practitioner, and I can only hope that someday I will be able to help someone find their path the way that you helped me to find mine. Thank you again for being who you are and for printing that article that led me to your door. Keep up the great work.
Yours in health always,
Kjara
As I’m sure you remember, when I first met you, my physical ailments had quite literally brought me to my knees. I felt lost, at the bottom of the most dark and desolate place I could have ever imagined in my worst nightmares. And while it was a long, slow climb out of that place, it was you who showed me the ladder. And for that again I am truly grateful. As it turned out, that climb was actually just a bumpy short-cut to a new and incredibly rewarding career that I now pursue with relentless interest.
Above all else you gave me hope, and you gave me the tools to see that the answers to my healing were inside myself all along. And the best news of all is that I found them! With the help of my fabulous family and continued treatments I am now 110% better than the first day I walked into your office, and I can honestly say I would not trade the journey I have discovered for anything. Although I can’t say I would like to do it again; I feel quite confident that I could do it again if I had to.
As you know, I am now also a therapist, and I am grateful to be able to share the path to healing that I have learned, with others. What you may not know is that I take with me into my treatments many things that I learned from you as a practitioner, and I can only hope that someday I will be able to help someone find their path the way that you helped me to find mine. Thank you again for being who you are and for printing that article that led me to your door. Keep up the great work.
Yours in health always,
Kjara
Chelsea – MindBody Connection
I went to Back2Health hoping for a quick snap and a crack, and I left with so much more.
Although I never underestimate the power of mind-body connection, I didn't know it was possible to get both treated in one go. Christian Guenette is not only a Chiropractor but has a myriad of holistic treatments up his sleeve. He will tell you what the pain you are experiencing in the specific part of your body is manifesting from, and coach you through how you can work through that outside of his office. For example - I went in with severe arm pain that was waking me up all through the night and making it hard to fall asleep, lifting my arm above a certain height was extremely painful. Surprise - arm pain manifests from career or relationship stress (Dr. G - note - Chelsea was having issues where the neck meets the shoulders, which typically represents relationship or responsibility stresses.).
I had been having a tough go in the career department. Namely, I had gotten a job after almost a year of hunting for one, but it fell through after only one month. I was embarrassed and disappointed with myself and spending many days in bed crying. Womp-womp.
While treating my arm Christian talked me through some variables and really helped me realize how much negative energy I was holding onto from this experience. He gave me the motivation to pull my socks up, close the door on the past, and move forward. Later that week I applied for a job, had a phone interview the next day, an in-office interview the day after that, and started first thing on the day after THAT. The arm pain is gone, the career stress is gone, and my confidence and energy is restored.
If you feel stuck or are hurting I can't recommend Christian Guenette enough to get your mind and body back on the right path. You deserve it :)
Although I never underestimate the power of mind-body connection, I didn't know it was possible to get both treated in one go. Christian Guenette is not only a Chiropractor but has a myriad of holistic treatments up his sleeve. He will tell you what the pain you are experiencing in the specific part of your body is manifesting from, and coach you through how you can work through that outside of his office. For example - I went in with severe arm pain that was waking me up all through the night and making it hard to fall asleep, lifting my arm above a certain height was extremely painful. Surprise - arm pain manifests from career or relationship stress (Dr. G - note - Chelsea was having issues where the neck meets the shoulders, which typically represents relationship or responsibility stresses.).
I had been having a tough go in the career department. Namely, I had gotten a job after almost a year of hunting for one, but it fell through after only one month. I was embarrassed and disappointed with myself and spending many days in bed crying. Womp-womp.
While treating my arm Christian talked me through some variables and really helped me realize how much negative energy I was holding onto from this experience. He gave me the motivation to pull my socks up, close the door on the past, and move forward. Later that week I applied for a job, had a phone interview the next day, an in-office interview the day after that, and started first thing on the day after THAT. The arm pain is gone, the career stress is gone, and my confidence and energy is restored.
If you feel stuck or are hurting I can't recommend Christian Guenette enough to get your mind and body back on the right path. You deserve it :)
