Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractic Care in Stratford
We are Stratford Chiropractic Health Centre, a trusted provider of professional, quality care for people of all ages and health goals. Since 1967, our practice has delivered gentle, hands-on treatments to optimize physical wellness, helping patients from newborns to elders enjoy healthy, pain-free lifestyles while preventing further injury. Our mission focuses on bringing quality to lives through chiropractic expertise. Located in the heart of Stratford, we combine decades of experience with evidence-based approaches to address spinal, nervous system, and musculoskeletal conditions. Our team includes Dr. David Carey, who continues his father Dr. Paul Carey's legacy of excellence, and Dr. Michael LaFramboise, both registered with the Ontario Chiropractic Association and College of Chiropractors of Ontario.We offer tailored treatment plans incorporating chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, therapeutic modalities, and custom orthotics. Our modern facility features in-house radiology equipment for accurate diagnostics, ensuring safe and appropriate care. We prioritize direct billing to most insurance companies for patient convenience. With over 50 years of combined experience, our doctors emphasize personalized care, cost-effective solutions, and evidence-based practices to reduce pain and restore normal functioning efficiently. Our commitment to community health is reflected in our active involvement with professional associations and ongoing education in chiropractic science.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Acupuncture
X-ray Services
Custom Orthotics
Therapeutic Modalities
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined chiropractic experience in Stratford
- Our team provides evidence-based, cost-effective treatment approaches
- We deliver personalized care plans tailored to individual health goals
- In-house radiology equipment ensures accurate diagnostic capabilities
- Direct billing available for most major insurance providers
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care focuses on non-invasive, hands-on treatment for spinal, muscular, and nervous system conditions. Chiropractors diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders through manual adjustments that improve mobility and reduce pain. This evidence-based approach helps patients achieve better physical function while preventing future injuries through personalized treatment plans.
Acupuncture
We combine traditional acupuncture with modern anatomical understanding to treat chronic pain conditions. Fine needles stimulate specific body points to alleviate symptoms of osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, headaches, and sleep disorders. This complementary therapy works alongside chiropractic care to enhance pain relief and promote natural healing processes in the body.
X-ray Services
Our in-house radiology equipment provides essential diagnostic capabilities for accurate treatment planning. X-rays help identify serious conditions requiring specialist care while ensuring appropriate chiropractic interventions. We use imaging judiciously, only when clinically indicated, to maintain patient safety while supporting precise diagnosis of musculoskeletal issues.
Custom Orthotics
Custom-molded orthotics address biomechanical foot issues through personalized support solutions. We conduct thorough gait analysis to determine appropriate orthotic therapy that prevents chronic pain in feet, ankles, knees, and lower back. These prescription devices improve alignment and distribute pressure evenly for enhanced comfort during daily activities.
Therapeutic Modalities
We employ various therapeutic tools to complement chiropractic treatments and accelerate recovery. Neuromuscular stimulation, ultrasound therapy, and temperature treatments help reduce inflammation, relax muscles, and improve circulation. These modalities enhance patient comfort during care and support faster healing of soft tissue injuries through scientifically validated physical therapy techniques.
People
Dr. Paul Carey
Founder
Dr. Paul Carey founded Stratford Chiropractic Health Centre in 1967 after graduating from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. He served as president of multiple chiropractic associations and contributed to professional research before retiring in 2015 after 48 years of practice.
Dr. David Carey
Chiropractor
Dr. David Carey joined the practice in 1996, providing evidence-based chiropractic care focused on rapid pain relief and functional restoration. A Stratford native, he emphasizes cost-effective, conservative treatment approaches while maintaining active involvement in professional associations.
Dr. Michael LaFramboise
Chiropractor
Dr. Michael LaFramboise brings 19 years of chiropractic experience from Sudbury to Stratford. He specializes in personalized, evidence-based care combining art and science of chiropractic practice. He graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1996 and maintains active registration with provincial and national associations.
Questions
What chiropractic services do you offer?
We provide spinal adjustments, acupuncture, therapeutic modalities, custom orthotics, and diagnostic imaging to address musculoskeletal conditions.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we offer direct billing to most major insurance providers for patient convenience.
Are your chiropractors licensed?
All our doctors are registered with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario and maintain active memberships in professional associations.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat spinal disorders, musculoskeletal pain, headaches, sports injuries, and work-related conditions using non-invasive chiropractic techniques.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Yes, our treatments follow strict safety protocols with appropriate diagnostic imaging and evidence-based approaches tailored to individual patient needs.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial consultations include assessment and treatment, while follow-up sessions typically last 15-30 minutes depending on individual care plans.
