More Than an Adjustment
At Okanagan Integrative Health, chiropractic care goes beyond simply adjusting the spine. Our West Kelowna chiropractors take an individualized, movement-focused approach to musculoskeletal health, combining hands-on treatment with soft tissue therapy, rehabilitation and other techniques based on your needs.
Whether you're dealing with back or neck pain, recovering from a sports injury, managing a persistent problem or simply trying to stay active, our goal is to understand what is limiting you and develop a treatment plan that fits your body, lifestyle and goals.
Our chiropractic treatments may incorporate:
- Chiropractic adjustments and joint mobilization
- Soft tissue and myofascial therapy
- Instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy
- Dynamic cupping
- Flexion-distraction and traction techniques
- McKenzie Method exercises
- Movement-based rehabilitation
- Sports injury rehabilitation
- Shockwave therapy
- Prenatal chiropractic care
- Gentle pediatric chiropractic care
New patients welcome. Online booking and direct billing are available.
Conditions Our West Kelowna Chiropractors Commonly Assess & Treat
Chiropractors are trained to assess and manage a wide range of conditions involving the joints, muscles and nervous system. Treatment recommendations depend on your diagnosis, health history and individual presentation.
Back Pain
Low back pain can be related to many different structures and factors, including joints, muscles, discs, activity levels, repetitive loading and movement habits.
Our chiropractors begin with an assessment to better understand the source of your symptoms before recommending treatment. Depending on the findings, care may include chiropractic adjustments, mobilization, soft tissue therapy, flexion-distraction, exercise and movement rehabilitation.
Neck Pain & Stiffness
Neck pain can develop gradually from prolonged positions and repetitive strain or occur more suddenly following an injury.
Treatment may include joint mobilization or manipulation, soft tissue therapy, mobility exercises and rehabilitation designed around the findings of your assessment.
Headaches
Some headaches can be associated with the neck and surrounding muscles and joints. These are often referred to as cervicogenic headaches.
If your headache presentation appears musculoskeletal in nature, your chiropractor may use a combination of manual therapy, joint treatment, soft tissue techniques and exercise. Headaches can have many causes, so appropriate assessment is an important first step.
Sciatica & Radiating Leg Pain
Pain, tingling or other symptoms that travel from the low back or hip into the leg may have several possible causes.
Your chiropractor can perform a neurological and musculoskeletal assessment to help determine what may be contributing to your symptoms and whether chiropractic care is appropriate. Treatment may incorporate manual therapy, flexion-distraction, mobility work and individualized exercises.
Disc-Related Back & Neck Pain
Disc-related conditions can present differently from person to person. Symptoms may include localized back or neck pain, stiffness or symptoms that travel into an arm or leg.
Our chiropractors assess your movement, neurological function and clinical presentation before determining the appropriate treatment approach. McKenzie-based exercises, flexion-distraction, manual therapy and rehabilitation may be incorporated when appropriate.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder problems can involve the rotator cuff, tendons, joints, muscles and surrounding structures.
Our chiropractors treat more than the spine. A shoulder assessment may evaluate mobility, strength and function through the shoulder, neck and upper body before developing a treatment plan.
Hip & Knee Pain
Hip and knee pain can affect walking, running, sport and everyday activities.
Chiropractic treatment may include assessment of the involved joint as well as surrounding mobility, strength and movement patterns. Manual therapy, soft tissue techniques and rehabilitation may be incorporated depending on the diagnosis.
Foot & Ankle Pain
Our chiropractors also assess foot and ankle conditions, including activity-related injuries and persistent musculoskeletal complaints.
Treatment may include manual therapy, rehabilitation and, where appropriate, assessment for custom orthotics.
TMJ & Jaw Pain
Jaw pain and temporomandibular joint dysfunction can sometimes involve the jaw muscles, TMJ and surrounding neck structures.
Our chiropractors can assess musculoskeletal contributors to jaw discomfort and determine whether manual therapy, soft tissue treatment or other conservative care may be appropriate.
Sports Injuries
From recreational athletes and weekend warriors to competitive athletes, our chiropractors work with people who want to recover from injury and return to activity.
We assess not just where it hurts, but how the affected area moves and functions. Treatment can combine manual therapy with progressive rehabilitation to help restore mobility, strength and confidence.
Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries
Motor vehicle accidents can lead to neck pain, back pain, headaches, stiffness and other musculoskeletal symptoms.
Okanagan Integrative Health provides chiropractic care for eligible ICBC patients and can help guide you through the treatment process following an accident.
Chiropractic Treatments at Okanagan Integrative Health
There is no single technique that is right for every patient. Your chiropractor will select treatment approaches based on your assessment, diagnosis, preferences and goals.
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic manipulation involves a controlled movement applied to a joint to help improve mobility and function. Our chiropractors use a variety of adjustment styles and adapt treatment to the individual patient.
Joint Mobilization
Not every joint needs to be adjusted. Lower-force mobilization techniques can also be used to improve movement and are useful when a gentler approach is preferred.
Myofascial & Soft Tissue Therapy
Muscles and connective tissues often contribute to pain, stiffness and restricted movement.
Hands-on soft tissue treatment may be incorporated into your chiropractic appointment to address areas of tension or restriction alongside joint treatment and rehabilitation.
Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy
Specialized instruments may be used to assess and treat areas of soft tissue restriction. These techniques can be incorporated into care for muscles, tendons and other connective tissues when appropriate.
Dynamic Cupping
Dynamic cupping combines cups with movement or hands-on treatment to address muscular and fascial tension.
It may be incorporated into a broader chiropractic treatment depending on your presentation and treatment goals.
Flexion-Distraction
Flexion-distraction uses a specialized chiropractic table to provide controlled movement and distraction through the spine.
This lower-force technique may be incorporated into treatment for certain low-back and spinal presentations.
McKenzie Method
McKenzie-based assessment and exercises use repeated movements and specific positions to help guide the management of certain neck, back and disc-related presentations.
When appropriate, your chiropractor may incorporate these exercises into your home-care or rehabilitation program.
Movement-Based Rehabilitation
We don't want treatment to end when you leave the treatment room.
Our chiropractors may prescribe mobility, strength or movement exercises designed around your assessment and goals. Okanagan Integrative Health also has a dedicated rehabilitation space that allows us to integrate active care into treatment when appropriate.
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy uses acoustic energy directed into targeted musculoskeletal tissues. It may be considered for certain persistent tendon and soft tissue conditions.
Conditions commonly considered for shockwave therapy include:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Tennis elbow and golfer's elbow
- Patellar tendon complaints
- Calcific shoulder tendinopathy
- Selected persistent muscle and tendon injuries
Your chiropractor will assess whether shockwave therapy is appropriate for your condition before recommending treatment.
Sports Chiropractic & Rehabilitation
Built for People Who Want to Keep Moving
Okanagan Integrative Health has a strong focus on active care and sports-related injuries.
Our chiropractic team includes practitioners with backgrounds and advanced education in kinesiology, sports medicine, sports and rehabilitation chiropractic, therapeutic exercise and soft tissue treatment.
Whether your goal is to return to competitive sport, get back to the gym, play another round of golf, ski comfortably or simply keep up with everyday life, treatment is built around the activities that matter to you.
Sports chiropractic care may involve:
- Injury assessment
- Chiropractic manipulation and mobilization
- Soft tissue treatment
- Movement and mobility assessment
- Progressive rehabilitation
- Exercise prescription
- Taping when appropriate
- Shockwave therapy for selected conditions
- Return-to-activity planning
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy creates significant changes in posture, movement and loading through the low back, hips and pelvis.
Our chiropractors can adapt treatment positioning and techniques throughout pregnancy based on comfort and individual needs.
Prenatal chiropractic care may be sought for musculoskeletal concerns such as:
- Low back discomfort
- Hip or pelvic discomfort
- Muscular tension
- Changes in mobility
- General musculoskeletal discomfort associated with pregnancy
Your chiropractor will discuss your health history and pregnancy before determining an appropriate approach to care.
Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Children aren't simply smaller adults, and chiropractic assessment and treatment should reflect that.
Our chiropractors use age-appropriate assessment and gentler treatment approaches when working with infants and children. The technique and amount of force used are modified according to the child's age, size and clinical presentation.
Parents are encouraged to ask questions and be actively involved in decisions regarding their child's care.
Custom Orthotics
Your feet influence how you stand, walk and move.
Okanagan Integrative Health offers custom orthotics following an individualized assessment. A mold of your feet is used to create an orthotic designed around your foot structure and support needs.
Orthotics may be considered for certain foot and lower-extremity concerns, including:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Flat feet
- High arches
- Heel discomfort
- Gait-related concerns
Insurance coverage varies between plans, and some insurers require a prescription from a medical doctor or podiatrist.
Dr. Blake Penner, DC
Dr. Blake Penner completed his Doctor of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University with an emphasis in Sports & Rehabilitation after studying kinesiology at the University of Lethbridge.
A former Medicine Hat Tigers WHL hockey player, Dr. Penner has a particular interest in sports-related injuries and helping active patients return to the activities they enjoy. His additional training includes FAKTR, therapeutic exercise, taping, concussion baseline testing and instrument-assisted soft tissue techniques.
His clinical interests include sports injuries, back pain, headaches, TMJ complaints and shoulder, knee and ankle conditions.
Dr. Mason Shore, DC
A West Kelowna native, Dr. Mason Shore graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2011 before spending approximately a decade practicing in the Vancouver area and eventually returning home to West Kelowna.
Dr. Shore has experience working with patients ranging from professional athletes and weekend warriors to families and people with a wide variety of musculoskeletal concerns.
His approach combines chiropractic care with techniques such as myofascial release, Graston Technique® and rehabilitation, with a particular interest in athletic injuries and helping patients remain active.
Dr. Cole Senchar, DC, MSc
Dr. Cole Senchar holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology from Vancouver Island University and completed his Doctor of Chiropractic, Master of Science in Sports Medicine and Bachelor of Science in Human Biology through the University of Western States.
His approach combines chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue techniques and exercise-based rehabilitation with an emphasis on evidence-informed, movement-focused care.
Dr. Senchar has particular interests in musculoskeletal and sports injuries, upper and lower extremity conditions, low back pain, neck pain and headaches.
Dr. Megan Hanna, DC
Dr. Megan Hanna combines chiropractic care with a strong rehabilitation and sports background.
Before completing her Doctor of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University, Dr. Hanna studied rehabilitation and disability studies and worked toward a Physical/Occupational Therapy Assistant diploma.
She graduated from chiropractic school with a Sports and Rehabilitation emphasis and has additional training in FAKTR, taping, extremity treatment and concussion baseline testing.
Her treatments may combine chiropractic manipulation or mobilization with soft tissue techniques and rehabilitation to help patients return to the activities they enjoy.
What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment
Your first appointment gives your chiropractor time to understand what is going on before deciding how to treat it.
1. Health History
You'll discuss your current concern, relevant medical history, previous injuries, activity levels and goals.
2. Physical Assessment
Depending on your presentation, your chiropractor may assess areas such as joint movement, range of motion, strength, neurological function and relevant movement patterns.
3. Explanation of Findings
Your chiropractor will discuss the findings of your examination and explain what they believe may be contributing to your symptoms.
If chiropractic care is appropriate, you'll discuss your treatment options and recommended plan.
4. Treatment
Treatment is typically provided during the initial appointment when appropriate and may include one or more of the techniques described above.
5. Home Care
You may receive exercises, mobility work or other recommendations to help support your progress between appointments.
Why Choose Okanagan Integrative Health?
A Multidisciplinary Clinic in West Kelowna
Okanagan Integrative Health was built around the idea that musculoskeletal care should be individualized rather than one-size-fits-all.
Our clinic brings multiple healthcare disciplines together under one roof, including chiropractic, registered massage therapy, kinesiology, acupuncture, naturopathic medicine and clinical counselling.
For chiropractic patients, that means access to:
- Four chiropractors with diverse clinical backgrounds
- Sports and rehabilitation-focused care
- A dedicated rehabilitation and exercise space
- Shockwave therapy
- Custom orthotics
- Registered Massage Therapy
- Kinesiology and exercise rehabilitation
- Acupuncture
- Online booking
- Direct insurance billing
- ICBC treatment for eligible motor vehicle accident patients
Our clinic is conveniently located in the Okanagan Lake Shopping Centre at 204-525 Highway 97 South in West Kelowna, near the bridge.
Chiropractic Pricing
Initial Assessment + Treatment — 60 minutes — $130
A comprehensive history and physical assessment followed by treatment when appropriate.
Follow-Up Chiropractic Visit — 20 minutes — $75
Designed for ongoing treatment after your initial assessment.
Extended Visit / Re-Examination — 40 minutes — $100
Additional time for reassessment, a new complaint or a more involved appointment.
Direct billing is available for many extended health insurance plans. Coverage and annual limits vary between insurers, so patients should confirm the details of their individual plan.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic
Chiropractors assess conditions involving the joints, muscles and nervous system. Patients commonly seek chiropractic care for concerns such as back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries and other musculoskeletal complaints.
Our chiropractors also assess extremity conditions involving areas such as the shoulders, hips, knees, feet and ankles.
No.
Treatment is based on your individual presentation. Your chiropractor may use manipulation, joint mobilization, soft tissue therapy, rehabilitation, flexion-distraction, exercise or other approaches depending on what is appropriate for you.
There is no single number that applies to every patient.
Treatment frequency depends on factors such as your diagnosis, severity of symptoms, how long the problem has been present, your response to care and your goals.
Your chiropractor will discuss their recommendations after assessing you and adjust the plan according to your progress.
A medical referral is generally not required to book a chiropractic appointment. However, some extended health insurance plans may have their own reimbursement requirements, so check your individual policy if you are unsure.
Many extended health plans include chiropractic coverage, but limits and requirements vary by insurer and plan.
Okanagan Integrative Health offers direct billing to many insurance providers where available.
Yes. Okanagan Integrative Health provides chiropractic assessment and treatment for eligible ICBC patients following motor vehicle accidents.
If you've recently been involved in an accident, our team can help you understand the booking and treatment process.
Chiropractic treatment can be modified during pregnancy to accommodate changes in positioning, comfort and individual needs.
Your chiropractor will review your health history and pregnancy before recommending treatment.
Yes.
Our chiropractic team has significant backgrounds in sports, kinesiology, sports medicine and rehabilitation. Treatment for an athletic injury may combine manual therapy with movement assessment, rehabilitation and a progressive return to activity.
No.
Although spinal conditions are a major part of chiropractic practice, chiropractors are trained in musculoskeletal assessment and may also evaluate conditions involving areas such as the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, foot and ankle.
Yes.
Shockwave therapy is available at Okanagan Integrative Health for selected musculoskeletal conditions. Your chiropractor will first determine whether shockwave is appropriate for your particular condition.
