Q&A With Dr. Eric St-Onge

Eric provides services at Physio Sports Med as our Chiropracter and Sports Sciences Resident.  We had a few questions for him...

Where did you get your education?
I received my BSc (Hon) from McMaster University in Life Sciences.  I proceeded to attain my Doctor of Chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College.  I also recently completed a two-year intensive Sports Sciences Fellowship at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.  During this fellowship, I received in-depth training, education and experience in the field of Sports Sciences. 

What types of patients do you work with?
I work with many types of patients, including but not limited to:

1. Active adults have been hurt exercising (or seems to be “accident-prone”) and who want to get back to activity without pain.
2. Sedentary adults who are finally taking the step forward to lead a healthy lifestyle but needs guidance on how to do it safely
3. The Weekend Warrior who wants keep performing at their best but can’t because of injuries and pain.
4. The youth athlete that wants to play their sport but can’t perform at their best because of aches and pains.

Do you only work with people who are in pain?
No!  The quantity and quality of your movement can help predict your risk of injury – these are warning signs that Dr. St-Onge can help find.  Pain is an indicator that something is already “hurt”.  The saying “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” is absolutely true. 

Many people only use chiropractors to treat bad backs.  How are you different?
I take the time to sit and listen to your story and find out what your goals are.  After a thorough physical assessment, we determine the best approach to get you to your goals.  I have done a countless number of hours of continuing education and have accumulated lots of tools in the toolbox – thus increasing the chances that I can help with your specific needs.  Treatment times last anywhere from 30-60 minutes, thus giving us plenty of time to work together!

I’ve come a few times and I’m not in pain anymore.  Should I still come in?
Yes!  This is actually the best time to come in.  Pain will be one of the first things to go away in treatment, but the root cause of the pain can still be lurking.  Only once this root cause is dealt with, then pain will go away long term!
 
Will you give me exercises to do?
Every time.  As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and professional member of Exercise is Medicine Canada, I am a firm advocate that some form of physical activity is mandatory in my treatment plans.  You are an active participant in your health!  For example, if you want bigger biceps, I can’t perform the curls for you!
 
Can I talk to you before I make an appointment?
Absolutely!  You can email me directly at [email protected] and we can schedule a call.