Meet the TeaM
DR. ALAN CHONG
Calgary Chiropractor & Clinic Director
Dr. Alan Chong is a spine expert. He is the clinical director and owner of two Calgary clinics. He graduated in 1987 from the renowned Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College located in Toronto, and now has over 36 years of clinical experience.
Dr. Chong has helped thousands of individuals regain their quality of life with a corrective approach to spinal conditions. He has a dedicated spinal care practice through evaluation and treatment of people suffering from acute & chronic spinal pain, degenerative discs, and pinched nerve problems such as sciatic and arm pain. Patients with disc problems and chronic spinal pain endure long wait times at specialty clinics, seen by many practitioners, and are often left confused about their condition or with poor results.
Dr. Chong established two Centre for Chiropractic Care & Massage clinics in 1994 and Calgary Spinal Decompression Centre in 2007. Seeking to educate and inspire his clients to make positive health choices and to motivate them to live an exceptionally healthy life. He believes that embracing the knowledge of one’s powerful and innate ability to heal and recover is essential to one’s health and wellness. An excellent experience is what he leads his Team to provide for you.
Our Mission Statement: “Inspiring others to achieve their health and wellness goals, naturally.”
Dr. Chong practices at both our Crowfoot and Downtown Locations.
Dr. Karis Langvand
Calgary Chiropractor
Dr. Karis earned her Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in Toronto.
Dr. Karis utilizes evidence-based guidelines to assess, diagnose, and formulate individualized treatment plans for all her patients. She has a special interest in the treatment of spinal/extremity pain or dysfunction, spinal decompression, soft tissue injuries, pregnancy, postpartum, and pediatrics. Through a corrective approach identifying underlying causes of pain and dysfunction, Dr. Karis is able to help patients find the relief they’re looking for.
Dr. Karis uses a diverse range of treatment techniques to relieve pain and improve function in her patients. These techniques include hands-on manual adjustments/mobilizations, myofascial release therapy, instrument assisted soft tissue therapies, laser therapy, and exercise prescription.
As a past high performance and competitive fencer, Dr. Karis has multiple years of sporting experience, which helps her understand her patients and their injuries. Through thorough assessment and treatment, she sees patients and athletes from all levels of activity and performance.
Dr. Karis practices at both our Crowfoot and Downtown Locations.
Dr. Chelsey Fricker
Calgary Chiropractor
Dr. Neil Prain
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor
Dr. Neil Prain was led to the practice of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) after experiencing the incredible healing power of these practices firsthand. He began his studies at the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Calgary. Dr. Prain traveled to China where he continued his learning first, in an urban setting where integrative health care blended the best of both Western and Eastern medicine, followed by studying Tai Qi and Qi Gong in rural settings. His learning is always ongoing as he remains current through continuing education courses and reviewing relevant medical journals and research.
Dr. Prain brings his knowledge, skills, and training to enrich each patient’s health and wellbeing. Using appropriate diagnosis techniques, he is focused on treating: Sleep disorder, Mental health disorders, Digestive disorders, and Pain conditions. His approach and treatment plans are based on your body’s specific needs.
Dr. Prain practices at both our Crowfoot and Downtown Locations.
Stephanie Heron, RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Stephanie has a heart to hands approach and believes that a treatment should be tailored to each individual. She has spent most of her career working in clinics that address complex spinal cord injuries, neurological pathologies, and chronic postural dysfunctions.
She has an extensive educational background; first studying medical health sciences then massage therapy. She is currently pursuing somatic therapy as a form of treatment that looks at the connection of mind and body and uses the blending of both psychology and physical therapies. She uses massage techniques to help assess and release pent-up tension that is negatively affecting your physical and emotional wellbeing.
Some of the things she enjoys treating are tension headaches, migraines, generalized anxiety, TMJD, whiplash, and shoulder injuries.
Stephanie practices at our Crowfoot Location.
Sui Ling (Karen) Lu, RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Karen is an experienced Registered Massage Therapist. She aims to ensure a comfortable and relaxing massage experience for all clients. Karen has experience providing therapeutic, deep tissue, pre- and post-natal, facial, and kids massage. She is also trained in Traditional Chinese Meridian treatments including acupressure, cupping, and Tui Na. Karen also has special interest in treating conditions such as frozen shoulder, cervical spondylosis, low back pain, sciatica, headaches, and migraines.
Karen practices at our Downtown Location.
Katrina Brisebois, RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Katrina holds a 2200 hr Massage Therapy diploma from the Turner Institute of Orthopedic Massage. Katrina has studied a wide range of techniques to help her patients, including trigger point therapy, myofascial release, reflexology, cupping, Swedish and deep tissue massage. Having experience in the hospitality and wellness industries since 2005, Katrina tailors her treatment to the needs of her patients, whether they are recovering from a sports injury, rehabilitating from an accident, or seeking relief from repetitive strain injuries. She spends most of her spare time with her family. Her interests include collecting vinyl, practicing yoga and breathing/meditation classes.
Katrina practices at our Downtown Location.