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Services & Techniques

In addition to providing excellent chiropractic care, we take great pride in providing the finest wellness care to our patients.  Below is a sampling of the different services we offer at Satori Urban Wellness. 

Chiropractic Care

From back and neck pain to headaches; from sports injuries to wellness check ups millions of people around the world have experienced the benefits of chiropractic care. Chiropractic care can offer a complete wellness approach to maintaining a healthy lifestyle without the use of drugs or surgery.

Chiropractic is a primary health care profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system. The effects of these disorders on general health and quality of life are the prime focus of a chiropractic doctor.

Chiropractic care facilitates the body's natural ability to heal itself. Every chiropractor has his own way of practicing, of blending techniques with a personal touch. Dr. Berenstein practices a diversified system involving hands-on manual therapy including spinal adjustments. An adjustment is a specific force applied to a 'misaligned' or locked joint to correct its position and movement. Correcting the joint function will free spinal motion, reduce the associated muscle tension, and remove nerve interference.

For cases where manual adjusting is not appropriate or where the patient is uncomfortable with this technique, Dr. Berenstein utilizes alternative techniques to manage patients conditions. The use of an 'activator' instrument to deliver a quick adjustment directly to the joint is often a comfortable and effective alternative. Gentle joint mobilizations are also used, as well as soft tissue techniques such as trigger point therapy and myofascial release techniques. Furthermore, Dr. Berenstein uses Laser Therapy as another alternative. This state-of-the-art technology blends with the chiropractic philosophy by supplying the body with laser energy which assists the body to heal itself naturally. With all of the above techniques, no cracks is heard and the body is not pressed or twisted. Overall, there is a chiropractic technique suited to every individual comfort level.

Laser Therapy

Therapeutic Laser Treatments provide patients with a safe, effective and painless therapy, with results which are often immediate with no side effects. It uses the bodys own natural healing systems to relieve pain, increase joint mobility, increase tissue integrity, and promote cell regeneration.

Therapeutic Laser Treatment offers treatment for both acute and chronic pain conditions, including arthritic pain. Within a short period of time, patients who have been incapacitated or restricted by pain for years regain the active and healthy lifestyles they knew before their injury or illness occurred.

How Does It Work?
Therapeutic lasers work by supplying energy to the body in the form of billions of photons of light. The body absorbs this laser light and transforms it into chemical energy, which the body then uses to commence its own tissue repairs.

The biostimulating effect of laser therapy can:

  • Decrease pain
  • Decrease inflammation and swelling
  • Accelerate tissue he aling
  • Reduce the formation of scar tissue from: cuts, scratches, burns, or post surgery
  • Enhance joint mobility
  • Repair damaged nerves
  • Bring numb areas back to life


What Conditions Can Laser Treat?

  • Neck Pain
  • Arthritis
  • Heel Pain
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Tennis/Golfer's Elbow
  • Knee Pain
  • Tendonitis
  • Sprains & Strains
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hip Pain
  • Wound Healing
  • Diabetic Ulcers
  • TMJ (Jaw) Pain

Corrective Exercises

We teach our patients special "blueprint" exercises to help strengthen and correct their own unique problem. These exercises can be performed in the comfort of your own home and can improve the effectiveness of your spinal correction. In addition to skeletal misalignment, muscles and connective tissues can be out of place or strained by improper alignment and use. Specific exercises and stretches can help your body stay in balance and in health.

Orthotic_colour_feet.jpgCustom Orthotics

Your feet have a direct impact on the rest of your body. Like the foundation of a house, your feet support the weight of everything above them. When a small problem develops in your feet, the subtle change in the way you walk will cause a chain reaction of adjustments in your posture and walking mechanics. These changes can put stress on joints higher up in your body, and lead to more serious problems.

Custom orthotics help reduce pain and discomfort by restoring the normal balance and alignment of your body and gently correcting foot abnormalities.

Dr. Berenstein partners with orthotic manufacturers to design innovative, comfortable orthotics that are custom molded to the support requirements of your feet. They are a pleasure to wear as they gently reduce problems associated with pressure points, muscle strain and abnormal forces on the ankles, knees, hips and spine. Over time,

custom orthotic support will bring you relief from fatigue and pain, allowing you to enjoy daily activities comfortably no matter where your feet may take you.

How Would I Know If I Had A Problem?
The symptoms of faulty foot mechanics can include any one of the following:

  • Localized foot pain
  • Bunions, calluses, hammer toes
  • Arch / heel pain
  • Leg / knee pain
  • Hip or back pain or even neck pain

Lifestyle Advice

We often find it helpful to "coach" our patient

s on certain activities they should avoid or do differently to avoid aggravating their particular health challenge. Our goal is to help every patient achieve a fulfilling and happy lifestyle full of the activities they enjoy most. We recognize that each our patient is a whole person, and help them reach true health and wellness is a collaborate effort between our professionals and our patients.

Nutritional Counseling

We provide specific recommendations on nutritional supplements and healthy food choices to enhance our patient´s return to optimal health. Do you know which supplements and vitamins are good for you? Do you know how these supplements and vitamins interact with one another? Dr. Michael Berenstein can provid

e a structured nutritional program based on your individual needs.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy offers a natural conservative treatment approach that relieves musculoskeletal pain for many patients. Our office provides specific massage and muscular therapy that is tailored to meet the patient's condition and injury. The benefits of massage therapy may include increasing blood circulation, reducing swelling, relaxing muscles, relieving muscle pain and spasms, and aid in recovery and range of motion.

Spinal & Postural Screenings

Posture and spinal screenings can reveal important health information and unlock the door to improved health and well-being. We provide screenings at area malls, community events, health fairs and places of employment. Contact us today to arrange a screening at your event or workplace.

Naturopathy

Naturopathic medicine is a comprehensive and distinct philosophy and system of primary health care and that employs a natural non-pharmaceutical approach, blending science with traditional, natural forms of medicine. Naturopathic medicine uses natural substances and treatments to heal the body and correct imbalances by integrating scientific knowledge with traditional healing wisdom. As a holistic form of medicine, naturopathic medicine addresses the underlying cause of illness, rather than merely suppressing symptoms. It views disease as a process, rather than an entity and considers symptoms to be warning signs of an underlying imbalance. The focus of treatment is on the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the individual and involves the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases or conditions to restore, maintain, and promote optimal health through patient education and empowerment.

Acupuncture

The classical Chinese explanation of acupuncture is that channels of energy run in regular patterns through the body and over its surface. These energy channels, called meridians, are like rivers flowing through the body to irrigate and nourish the tissues. An obstruction in the movement of these energy rivers is like a dam that backs up in others.  The meridians can be influenced by needling the acupuncture points; the acupuncture needles unblock the obstructions at the dams, and reestablish the regular flow through the meridians. Acupuncture treatments can therefore help the body's internal organs to correct imbalances in their digestion, absorption, and energy production activities, and in the circulation of their energy through the meridians.

The modern scientific explanation is that needling the acupuncture points stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. These chemicals will either change the experience of pain, or they will trigger the release of other chemicals and hormones which influence the body's own internal regulating system.

The improved energy and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture results in stimulating the body's natural healing abilities, and in promoting physical and emotional well-being. 

quit smoking image.jpgSmoking Cessation

Laser Acupuncture Therapy is a relatively new treatment approach that can assist people who smoke to get rid of the habit for good. Most people who smoke really want to quit, but are afraid of how they will cope with the nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Many individuals who smoke are afraid of what will happen if they just can’t manage without cigarettes. These concerns keep smokers very dependent on nicotine.  Laser Acupuncture Therapy treatments can help manage nicotine cravings, keeping you calm and relaxed during the first crucial weeks while you quit smoking. The treatment provides a natural feeling of well being, thereby greatly reducing the temptation to smoke another cigarette.

 

Smoking Cessation Package

When you stop smoking, your risk of:

  • Heart attack drops by 50% after 9 months
  • Heart attack is the same as a non-smoker after one year
  • Lung cancer drops 50% after 4 years
  • Lung cancer is the same as a non-smoker after 10 years


This year, we are supporting your efforts to quit smoking by combining three different approaches to giving you your best opportunity to quit smoking for good.

Dr. Berenstein (Laser Acupuncture), Dr. Ivanovics (Naturopathy), and Raymond Elias (Hypnotherapy) are combining their smoking cessation methods to create the ultimate natural approach to permanently quit smoking.  These practitioners will work together on your behalf to craft an individually tailored program that is suited to your lifestyle and needs.

Satori is excited to introduce the most comprehensive natural approach to smoking cessation with the:

SATORI SMOKING CESSATION PACKAGE

Quitting smoking is necessary for good health. However, quitting smoking, like other addictions, can be a difficult and daunting task. 90% of smokers who quit smoking relapse within six months, and for those who have tried to quit smoking in the past, you know that it involves more than just breaking old habits and toughening up your willpower. Once you decide to quit, there is still the hurdle of avoiding temptation and eventual relapse. Fortunately, there are a variety of different techniques and approaches to smoking cessation available to help smokers quit. A combination of different treatments is by far the most effective approach to smoking cessation.

Many individuals experience physical withdrawal symptoms when they attempt to quit, resulting in relapse. Some common and uncomfortable symptoms include increased appetite and weight gain, irritability, impatience, anxiety, fatigue, difficulty concentrating and restlessness. Having a professional support team on hand is critical during this transition period.

The team at Satori Urban Wellness uses several different smoking cessation methods to help you through this challenging transformation:

1. Laser acupuncture therapy: Break the addiction cycle and eliminate the cravings associated with addiction withdrawal with acu-laser therapy. Using the principles of ear acupuncture (auriculotherapy), laser acupuncture targets specific ear points to induce the brain to release neurotransmitters such as dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins – the pleasure chemicals of the brain).
Treatment provided by Dr. Michael Berenstein, DC.

2. Naturopathic medicine: Dr. Suzanna provides you with an individually tailored program to help you quit and to remain nicotine free. Botanical medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle counselling are employed to help reduce cravings, decrease symptoms of withdrawal, and prevent weight gain. Naturopathic doctors recognize people smoke for different reasons. Dr. Suzanna will support you to avoid trigger situations, encourage healthy alternatives, and address any underlying stressors, health concerns that trigger smoking or may have resulted from years of nicotine use.  
Treatment provided by Dr. Suzanna Ivanovics, ND.

3. Hypnotherapy works at the subconscious level, allowing you to discover the causes of the cravings and then shift your focus to positive feelings and associations to eliminate the desire to smoke.  This method provides you with a long-term approach to quitting smoking.
Treatment provided by Raymond Elias, BS. Sc., Certified Hypnotherapist