Amy is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy 2200 hour diploma program. She graduated with honours and throughout her schooling she had an aptitude and inclination toward clinical assessment and treatment planning as well as practical massage skills. Amy grew up in Halifax and took part in full-time dance classes, yoga and walking/running groups which sparked her interest in exploring body mechanics and movement efficiency.
Amy is dedicated to providing a safe, effective, patient-centered treatment plan in order to achieve quantifiable results and help return her patients back to optimal health. She has a special interest in treating those experiencing chronic pain due to postural dysfunction, repetitive stress injuries, sports injuries and treating those living with tension headaches or migraines. Amy has additional training in treating pre and post-natal care patients including advanced pregnancy and pelvic floor related courses as well as completing her own research regarding pelvic girdle instability. In order to address these concerns and help her patients achieve their goals she enjoys using techniques such as myofascial and trigger point release techniques, PNF stretching, peripheral joint mobilizations as well as general swedish and deep tissue massage. Amy also has certifications in modalities such as Cupping and Muscle Energy Techniques. She aims to provide a therapeutic approach while maintaining a calming and comfortable environment.
In her spare time Amy enjoys hiking, swimming and yoga as well as spending time in the kitchen cooking and baking. Her favorite place to spend time is at the cottage on the lake where she enjoys hanging out with family and friends and taking the canoe out on the water.
Amy is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy 2200 hour diploma program. ...
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Dr. Kira Swan grew up in Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia. She attended Dalhousie University where
she received a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She then went on to receive her Doctorate of
Chiropractic degree from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, ON. In addition,
Dr. Swan is a NCCP qualified gymnastics coach. She was a competitive dancer growing up, and
has taught Acro at different dance schools around HRM.
Dr. Swan has a keen interest in preventative care, acute and chronic sports injuries, repetitive
strain injuries, and occupational injuries. With her background, she has a special interest in
treating gymnasts and dancers, and is fascinated by the demand these sports put on the body.
She uses a combination of manual adjusting, soft tissue therapy, movement screening and
exercise prescription to deliver the best treatment plan for you individually. She is also certified
in Medical Acupuncture from McMaster University, RockTape® Basic & Performance Functional
Movement Training (FMT), and a SmartTools® Provider (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue
Therapy).
In her spare time, Dr. Swan is usually on an adventure with her dogs, Oliver and Winston. She
loves to travel and is always planning her next trip! She is a hockey and baseball fan, but is
happy watching any sport.
Dr. Kira Swan grew up in Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia. She attended Dalhousie University where
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Emily grew up in the rolling hills of Bonshaw, Prince Edward Island. After graduating with honours from Trillium College Kingston in 2019, she began her career as a Registered Massage Therapist in Charlottetown, PEI, before relocating to Halifax in early 2021. Combining her natural intuition and positive, perfectionist personality, Emily strives for the best in everything she does. Though her current focus is on deep-tissue and sports massage, she has experience with a variety of clients and conditions, and her caring, compassionate nature shows in every one of her treatments.
Emily grew up in the rolling hills of Bonshaw, Prince Edward Island. After graduating with honour...
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Dr. Heather Ross graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree in 2009. During this time she served as the strength and conditioning coach and played for the Varsity Womens Volleybal team. After her undergraduate degree she went on to work as a Certified Exercise Physiologist at the Extended Warranty II Valley Cardiac Rehab Centre in Kentville, NS. After this she went on to pursue her Doctorate of Chiropractic degree and graduated with Cum Laude and Clinic Honours at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. In addition to co-owning Seaside Chiropractic, Dr. Ross is a career Firefighter with Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency.
Dr. Ross’s focus of Chiropractic treatments is of musculoskeletal injuries including but not limited to sports injuries, repetitive strain injuries, occupational injuries, pediatrics and prenatal/postnatal conditions. She has a special interest in pre/postnatal care and offers individualized treatments and rehabilitation programs for these women. She is a Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP-CSEP) and certified in both Active Release Techniques® (ART®) and Webster Technique. She uses a combination of treatments including manual therapy, ART®, instrument assisted soft tissue therapy, rehabilitation and exercise prescription in order to achieve optimal outcomes for her patients.
When you can’t find her in the clinic or at the fire station she can be found mountain biking with her dog Rudy, competing in triathlons, traveling, and spending time with her husband Alan and son Jack.
Dr. Heather Ross graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree in 2009. ...
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Dr. Alan Schneider completed his undergraduate education at the University of Western Ontario and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree with an honours specialization in Anthropology. He then went on to continue his graduate studies at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractic in 2013. In addition to his chiropractic training, Dr. Schneider is certified in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture from McMaster University and is a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Professional. He has also received training in Activator technique, instrumented assisted soft tissue therapy and vestibular rehabilitation.
Dr. Schneider employs a patient-centered approach to care with an emphasis on restoring function and preventing re-injury. He has worked alongside orthopedic doctors, family doctors, physiotherapists and massage therapists and has experience providing care for children, the elderly, work-related and athletic injuries. He is currently serving as a board member for the Nova Scotia College of Chiropractors and provides sideline training for the Halifax senior men’s baseball team. Dr. Schneider has also been a faculty member of the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy since 2017, teaching orthopedics and anatomy.
Dr. Schneider has a strong passion for sport and the outdoors. He is an avid golfer in the summer and enjoys playing hockey, curling and snowshoeing in the winter. He also enjoys spending time in the kitchen, cooking and barbecuing whenever possible.
Dr. Alan Schneider completed his undergraduate education at the University of Western Ontario and...
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Originally from the Annapolis Valley, Denver comes from a background in healthcare, having worked in pharmacy for several years before making the career shift to massage. He graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 2018. He experienced a wide variety of patient challenges, including helping those with neurological issues and sports injuries. Concentrating on deep tissue, rehabilitation and myofascial release, Denver works closely with his patients to ensure that they are getting the therapy and structure that works best for their lifestyle.
Originally from the Annapolis Valley, Denver comes from a background in healthcare, having worked...
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