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Did you know that your knee, hip or low back pain could be due to the improper biomechanics of your feet? The average person takes 8,000-10,000 steps
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Kitimat is a beautiful little town surrounded by towering mountains, in north-west BC. I was fortunate enough to arrive during perfect weather, so I c
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In the Sunday Review, Vatsal G. Thakkar questions if a substantial proportion of A.D.H.D. cases are really sleep disorders in disguise. My assertion i
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If you experience numbness and tingling in your hands, especially at night, you may have what is called Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). Carpal tunnel is
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As I gather my belongings and attempt to pack my bags with what I hope is the appropriate dress wear, text books and general necessities I find my min
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In the nearly 11 years since researchers first rang alarm bells that women on hormone replacement therapy faced an increased risk of breast cancer, so
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If you’re confused by the gluten-free diet craze, you’re not alone. Like many people, you’ve probably heard about the phenomenon but
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“A poor child would have heard 30 million fewer words in his home environment than a child from a professional family. And the disparity mattered,
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Qi Gong classes are now held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30-8:30am. Please visit www.vancouverqigong.com for more details.
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This is a basic overview of the role of the our lymphatic system. The primary function of the lymphatic system is to filter all our blood and intersti
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I’m very excited to advance my expertise in menopause management at this year’s Institute conference and hormone boot camp! Seminar highligh
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Meat producers have fed growth-promoting antibiotics to food animals for years. Recently, scientists have raised concerns that, in conjunction with th
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This month, we launched our new Qi website. Come on over and check it out! http://www.qiintegratedhealth.com. With the launch of our new site, we ha
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Did you know massage therapy can directly and indirectly affect the nervous system and our brains? The body is comprised of the autonomic and somati
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Dr. Robin and the entire Qi team are pleased to welcome Dr. Nina Foot, BSc, DC. Dr. Foot will be filling in for Dr. Robin while she is off on maternit
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I’m thrilled to see Naturopathic Doctors included in the Indian Health Services. You can read more here: http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.c
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We all know that therapies such as Massage, Acupuncture and Chiropractic can help us recover from injury, decrease stress, improve range of motion and
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Fatih Turan with Vancouver Qigong has his fisrt class of the spring session starting tomorrow morning, Tuesday March 5th, at Holy Trinity Anglican Chu
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Vancouver Cupping Treatments: It’s so Simple, Why is it so Effective at Relieving Pain? In my practice at Qi Integrated Health, I use cupping primar
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Since the published National Institute of Health study on the effects of Hormone Replacement Therapy, women and their physicians continue to seek natu
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Visceral manipulation has been around since prerecorded times and refers to the manipulation of the organs (viscera) of the body. While gentle and int
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Feeling stressed, impatient and easily irritated lately? Maybe an overworked liver is to blame! The human liver is a miraculous organ. It is known to
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Tennis elbow (or Lateral Epicondylitis) is a common injury caused by overuse of the muscles that allow us to extend or “bend back” our wrist. Play
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People who suffer from low back pain are familiar with the effects – stiffness, shooting pain, weak core, difficulty sitting or standing for lon
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Qi Integrated Health clinic in Kitsilano Vancouver is known for utilizing acupuncture to treat both acute and chronic pain. The following is the treat
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Vancouver Marriage and Family Counselling – By Grace McDonald What distinguishes Imago Relationship Therapy from other types of therapy it that
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Vancouver Acupuncture Treatment For Allergies The arrival of July brings with it a host of new summer allergens, the most common of which are grass po
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This is such an exciting time of year, summer has finally arrived! The sun is out, and we start becoming much more active. We get to ‘shed our w
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Acupuncture is good for treating many conditions and uncomfortable issues associated with being pregnant. Prevent miscarriage. Treatments 1-2 times pe
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Recovering From Pain and Injury with Yoga Yoga has received a lot of attention as a popular mind body fitness trend and it is now becoming the next tr
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We can feel the difference. There is no need for internal self-motivation to get out for a run on a nice, sunny, warming Monday morning! Active ener
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GERD (Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease) or acid reflux disease is not a function of too much stomach acid, but, to the contrary, is a function of too
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One of the more common ailments this time of year is allergies. Just as people are adjusting to the plants of early summer, April brings changes in ve
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ranioSacral Therapy (CST) originates from a concept explored in the 1900's by Osteopath Dr. William Sutherland that the bones of the cranium move amon
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As we approach Spring, many of us are experiencing skin woes after a long, cold Canadian winter. Dry, chapped, tight skin is common at this time of ye
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Have you ever considered, the reasons you are attracted to you partner may be the same reasons you disagree? > More
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Cherry blossom season is just around the corner. For some of us this beauty on the eyes is also a toxin to the system. The immune system of those who
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By: Dr. Peter Wood (Vancouver Atopic Acupuncturist) Chronic ear infections are a common problem among infants and toddlers. Otitis media, or middle-ea
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) Testosterone is a sex hormone in men required to be able to produce sperm. It is produced
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) Acupuncture is good for treating many conditions and uncomfortable issues associated with
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) One of the major causes of infertility and IVF failure is a thin uterine lining, inadequat
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) Acupressure is an ancient healing technique using the fingers (vs. needles) to stimulate a
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) Are you or a friend having difficulty conceiving? Starting to wonder if something may be w
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) Over the years working in the reproductive health field I have seen many diets come and go
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) A new research project showed men that do not experience herpes symptoms may still have it
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) There are many genetic reasons for male infertility, and many are still being discovered.
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) According to traditional Chinese medicine theories, causes are always found in dietary hab
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) My practice is approx. 50/50 men to women. I can fully conclude, without a doubt, that men
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) Today Qigong is most often referred to as any set of breathing and Qi circulation techniqu
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) When a man receives a diagnosis that his sperm is not able to get his wife pregnant, a sta
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland, fertility acupuncturist in Vancouver A large number of widely used substances (pesticides, common household items and chemica
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By: Dr. Spence Pentland, (Vancouver Fertility Acupuncturist) Right from the start Suzy and her husband were faced with reproductive challenges. After
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Dr Ayla Wilson, Naturopathic Doctor Sports Medicine + Prolotherapy If you suffer from chronic knee pain or knee joint instability, this practical guid
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Prolotherapy involves non-surgical ligament and cartilage reconstruction for damaged joints and chronic pain. You may be a candidate for prolot
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Evolution has yet to catch up with our transition from hunting and gathering in the wild to hunching and typing using a search engine. The hours of
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by Dr. Robin Armstrong, Chiropractor, Active Release Provider Pregnancy is an exciting time for you and your family, not to mention your body. As yo
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Science is beginning to prove what traditional Chinese medicine has claimed for millennia: rather than masking symptoms,
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In this fast- paced world, it can feel as though there are more demands on our time that ever before. Juggling career, family, and home responsibili
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Here are the tips I give my patients on staying healthy, preventing disease, and recovering from existing health conditions. 1: Exercise: Chine
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There seems to be a lot of confusion and controversy surrounding the topic of the H1N1 swine flu vaccine. Here is my opinion: don’t get vac
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Three keys to keeping you on the green By Dr. Robin Armstrong, Chiropractor & Active Release Technique provider at Qi THE LURE OF THE GO
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Complimentary Posture Check with Dr.Robin Armstrong, Vancouver Chiropractor, Yoga Instructor, Active Release Technique Provider Saturday March 21, 200
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The Truth Behind A Healthy Core By Dr. RobinArmstrong, Vancouver Chiropractor I was recently reading an article about Madonna’s personal trainer
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I would like to dispel some misconceptions about counselling and psychotherapy (words that will be used interchangeably here): 1) Going to psychot
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Complimentary Posture Check with Dr.Robin Armstrong, Vancouver Chiropractor, Yoga Instructor, Active Release Technique Provider Saturday January 30, 2
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Start the New Year off right with Complimentary Health Lectures & Yoga Classes Every Thursday in January at the Lululemonstore, 2113 W4th Avenue a
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By Dr. Robin Armstrong, Vancouver Chiropractor at Qi It is an epidemic keeping workers off the job, increasing the strain on the medical system, and a
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Get Active – Older people can prevent heart flutters with light exerciseA recent study in Circulation Journal found that adults over the age of
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By Dr. Robin Armstrong, Vancouver Chiropractor and Active Release Technique Provider - Keep your feet flat on the floor or on a stool. - Knees should
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By Dr. Robin Armstrong, Vancouver Chiropractor Pain is more than a symptom of osteoarthritis. It causes biochemical changes that may contribute to the
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By Dr. Robin Armstrong, Vancouver Chiropractor Researchers have found a possible link between the use of the pain medication acetaminophen (sold as Ty
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By Dr. Robin Armstrong, Vancouver Chiropractor *Only stretch when you are warm – either after your run or after a warm up of 5-10 minutes. Hold
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Canada’s Physical Activity Guide recommends 60 minutes of physical activity every day to stay healthy or improve your health. This can include
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Welcome to our information to the outside world. Please check back for some interesting subjects and debates!!!
Success Stories
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“Jessica Zerr has helped me where many practitioners couldn't. After struggling with shoulder issues for several years, in less than a month Jessica was able to sort me out. She listens and cares about her patients. She has a vast wealth of knowledge, skills, and techniques to address any type of ailment.”
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“I was fortunate enough to have my first-ever acupuncture treatment with Jessica. I'm very uncomfortable around needles, but was surprised how well the session went regardless! Jessica is exceptionally understanding and professional, listening and catering to exactly what I wanted out of the session. I naturally concentrated more on
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“During one of our appointments, I mentioned to Jess that I had recently injured my knee while running. A week later, Jess had come up with a plan that would get me mobile, pain free and back on the track within a few days. I'm proud and thankful to say that since working with Jess, I have received two Personal Records in two conse
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Over the past six months I have been a client and referred others to Kiem and his team at Qi Integrated Health.
The feedback I have received about Qi consistently reflects my own personal experience which has been one of professional service that values my time, attention to the unique nature of my needs and treatment that make
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My name is Jesse Tupper and I am writing this letter as a testimonial to the great work that Kiem Schutter and the other health practitioners at Qi Integrated Health do on a daily basis.
As a former professional athlete myself, I have had a multitude of injuries in my career and have had some lingering pain and dysfunction issu
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I am a recreational tennis player all year round and I play in local tournaments during the summer months. Tennis is a great sport, but injuries are also very much a part of the sport.
This summer, I has a slight tear in my Achilles and as a result could not play the entire summer. [accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearSty
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For those of you who have had frozen shoulder you know how uncomfortable it is, and speaking from experience I can tell you that having the use of two limbs is a luxury and getting by with one is a challenge. I had little experience with acupuncture when I went to see Kiem but in a short period of time became a believer in its healing
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November 10th, 2011.
My son Max slipped and fell from the top rung of his bunk bed onto his back. Needless to say he was in A LOT of pain and whimpering constantly. I took him into Kiem’s clinic, QI Integrated Health after he was checked over at the Hospital. Brad one of QI’s Massage Therapist’s worked wonders. [accordion
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Brad is a naturally gifted Therapist/Healer. I have been practicing massage for 11 years, and have experienced many massages & form of Healing Arts. Brad is up there with the best for sure!
Brad's work is an Inspiration.
- Brooke W
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Kiem,
I wanted to say thank-you so much for your care this week. I felt more human by Friday. Sneezing doesn’t illicit tears and back cracking noises anymore. I can walk! Hope you have a great week.- Lindsay Coulter, David Suzuki's Queen of Green
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I visited Qi Integrated Health for a massage therapy session and was extremely pleased with my entire experience. As soon as I walked through the doors, I was greeted by your friendly receptionist who offered me hot tea and sat me down in a tranquil sitting area. Shortly after, my massage therapist excorted me into a quiet room, and to
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Dear Kiem,
Growing up in Korea where Chinese medicine is well known for its effectiveness and safety, I became a big fan of acupuncture, cupping, Chinese herbal medicine, and other oriental medical approaches.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion title="read more"]
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Kelly Cmolik's attention to detail was great and her thorough questionnaire seemed to paint a clear picture to Kelly as to the reasons for my chronic heartburn and throat clearing. Until seeing her I was chewing Rolaids daily and had used expensive prescription medicine to counter the problem only to have it come back worse when I stop
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Dear Kelly,
I just wanted to let you know that I haven't been back to see you because....I am now sleeping like a baby, and my menstrual problems have been resolved.
Thank you so much again!- E.S.
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Dear Dr. Peter Wood,
It is a true miracle that I am free of asthma symptoms. I found you last year after reading an article in the Georgia Straight newspaper (www.straight.com/article-216545/not-all-insurers-cover-natural-cures), which told the story of a woman whom you had treated and cured of asthma. Her story was so inspirin
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Kelly,
Many thanks for the great healthcare you gave me over the last year! My skin is greatly improved (eczema) and I've been off my asthma inhalers for almost 1 year now - awesome!
Take Care- T.W.
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I ruptured my Achilles tendon in August, 2009. It was a serious tear that required surgery. After 6 months the swelling and lack of mobility were still quite considerable, and the healing progress slow.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion title="read more"]
Although
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Dear Kiem,
Thank-you so much for your help when I was in Vancouver.
I was in such pain and wondered how I was going to enjoy the remainder of my holiday.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion title="read more"]
We left Canada and travelled on to Melbour
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A quick note to let Peter know "I don't know what kinda voodoo magic he did at last week's treatment but OY! IMPROVEMENT!"
Foot had immediate improvement, continuing on a daily basis.
Thanks!
- KA
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Hi Dr. Peter,
Thanks for helping me feel better. I like you because you are very helpful, you let me explore your office, and you stopped my Mom from worrying. I like Nora because when I see her she gives me some good tea.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion title="r
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While I was going through the hardest and most painful times of my life after an accident, I've seen many specialists but Kiem Schutter was different.
He is so compassionate, professional, gentle, genuine and helpful that I believed in his therapy and the benefits of acupuncture.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=fa -
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Here is a letter of recommendation for the clinic.Qi Integrated Health Letter
From the moment I entered Qi Integrated Health I knew I was in a special place. It is a beautiful space, well thought out, calming, very warm and welcoming. The staff is friendly and professional.
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“I was looking for a massage therapist closer to home, so when I noticed that Qi Integrated Health had a massage therapist, Kelsey Armstrong, I decided to try her out. Kelsey was professional and thorough in her assessment,[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion title="read m
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Dear Dr. Armstrong,
Just a quick note to thank you for the terrific work that you have done for me. When I first came to you I had suffered from a strange combination of an achy lower back and tender "golfer's elbow".[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion title="read m
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Dr. Robin, Thank you for all of your magic work and your extra help! It's nice to dance with ease! You're a super doctor and person!
- Shawna Parry, Dancer & Actor
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When I first started seeing Dr. Robin, I was in constant discomfort and could barely participate in the activities I enjoy doing. With her amazing sense of touch and and just the right adjustments, I'm fully back in the game and performing better than I have in a long long time.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false col
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Dear Robin,
I wanted to send you a big note of thank you!
Thanks to your support with ART and your recommendation of specific stretches, I now feel so much more flexible and pain free in my neck and shoulder area. I had carried this pain and stiffness around with me for as long as I can remember and had accepted it as a
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My life has changed for the better after meeting Dr. Kelly Cmolik. My acne, sore itchy skin improved greatly and then went away leaving my skin clear. The dark circles under my eyes diminished and my energy is now much more level. I was told by a dermatologist that medicine was the only route to rid myself of the particular acne I had.
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Dear Kelly,
When I decided to try out your services, to be honest, it was more for curiosity than anything else. I wanted to know what it was about you and what you do that had all of our mutual colleagues raving about the results.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion t -
Though I am still a work in progress, my experience at Qi Integrated health has already been life changing. Kiem and his staff are knowledgeable, friendly, respectful, and generous.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion title="read more"]This is the first time in my life where
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I recently had my first experience with acupuncture and cupping treatments at Qi. At first I was a bit apprehensive but it didn't take long to settle into the calming atmosphere. I was able to feel safe and relaxed despite a painful condition that brought me there.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true
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For 6 years, I had been suffering from progressively severe lower back pain, which had spread upwards to my shoulders and neck. Fortnightly chiropractic adjustments relieved the pain on a temporary basis, but did nothing to address the symptoms and causes.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace
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I have been wanting to email Kelly for days to tell her how well the herbs she gave me worked. About one month ago, I developed an uncomfortable and unsightly rash all up my right side after a period of significant emotional stress.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=false][accordion title=
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I began seeing Peter Wood in an attempt to assist with improving three specific health and wellness issues; back pain, digestive discomfort and foot soreness, after many years of trying other alternate remedies with little or no success.
To date, all symptoms have been relieved to the point that they now cause me little or no d
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Ok... this was the test of all tests! Ready for this???
Yesterday, I had to step in again as the Handygal that I am... go to a lady's apartment to build a shelving unit.
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As a breast cancer survivor, I underwent a double radical mastectomy and lymphadenectomy (lymph node removal) on my right side. This left me with pronounced lymphedema in my right arm. My condition is complicated by diabetes, eczema, chronic pain from[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=fals
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I have been seeing Peter Wood for 5 months now and am very impressed with the results. I have had asthma since I was two years old and have also had terrible allergies all year round. Those who knew me prior to starting the Asthma program would tell you[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillSpace=fa
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Kelly Cmolik is a gifted healer. She has the unusual combination of a highly technical scientific side combined with a very warm, human and intuitive side. She treats each client like a mystery to be solved and the benefits of her work can be felt immediately.[accordions disabled='false' active=1 clearStyle=false collapsible=true fillS
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Kelly Cmolik impressed me instantly with her compassionate personality, professionalism and deep knowledge of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. She inspired me to consider alternative ways to care for my health. Through working with Kelly I have an increased amount of energy, a renewed sex-drive and my skin is glowing! I would recommen
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Qi integrated Health gave me relief from a painful debilitating injury after my first visit! My follow-up visits allowed me to heal quickly and get back to my normal routine. Amazing results and professional care in a beautiful setting!
- Mat Hanson
Your Qi Health Team
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Kiem Schutter, Clinical Director, R.Ac.
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Dr. Tesnim Adatya, Naturopathic Doctor
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Kelsey Armstrong, RMT
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Dr. Robin Armstrong, BA, DC
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Marsha Clarke, RMT
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Brad Watt, RMT
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Jean-Luc Pilliard, RMT
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Jessica Zerr, R.Ac., Kinesiologist
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Carmen Bedard-Gautrais, BA, R.Ac., RTCMP
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Stephanie LeClair, RMT
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Dr. Nina Foot, BSc, DC
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Cody Cummings, RMT, DO(MP) - student thesis writer
Vancouver’s Qi Integrated Health Clinic in Kitsilano
Qi Integrated Health, Vancouver’s Centre for Modern Healing, is located in Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC – We offer Acupuncture, Chiropractic Care, Registered Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and more. Our TCM practice includes acutonics, auricular therapy, acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, electrical stimulation, and Chinese herbal therapy. At our Kitsilano location, massage therapy is provided by registered massage therapists (RMT). Our Naturopathic physician specializes in family and women’s health care, using natural remedies, homeopathy, botanical medicine.
At our health clinic, we treat a variety of conditions including chronic pain, fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, addictions, fatigue, weight management, bladder dysfunction, headaches and migraines, arthritis, indigestion, gastritis, ulcers, Crohn’s disease, colitis, dysentery, infertility, menstrual pain, depression, anxiety, morning sickness, ovarian cysts, PMS, menopause, acne, eczema, psoriasis, warts, stress, insomnia, coughs and colds, allergies, ear infections, hyperactivity and learning disabilities, scarring, aging skin, wrinkles and age spots.