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Richard Thompson, D.C.

Offers In-person appointments only
  • Chiropractor
  • Man
  • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars. 227 rating(s).
Accepting new patients

Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed

Description

Dr. Richard Thompson obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology (Hon) from the University of Western Ontario in London, with particular academic focus in biomechanics and human physiology. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in Toronto, where he maintains an ongoing relationship as a member of the college. 

Dr. Thompson attributes much of his clinical success to being a certified practitioner in Active Release Techniques® for over 10 years, which has taken his palpation, diagnostic, and treatment skills to the next level.

Conditions

  • Back pain
  • Herniated discs
  • Joint pain
  • Leg pain
  • Neck pain
  • Shoulder pain
  • Wrist pain

Services

  • Arthritis treatment
  • Chiropractic adjustments
  • Ergonomics
  • Temporo-Mandibular joint (TMJ) pain treatment

Clientele

  • Adults (18+)​
  • Seniors (65+)​
  • Teens (13-17)​

Languages spoken

  • English

Professional designations

  • Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)

Education

  • University of Western, Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology (Hon)
  • Doctor of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC)

Professional associations

  • Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC)
  • Certified practitioner in Active Release Techniques®
  • Dr. Thompson maintains his ART® credentials annually at seminars throughout North America where he works with elite athletes from all over the world. He also became an Ironman® Network Provider after completing onsite training and treatment at the Ford Ironman in Phoenix, Arizona in 2011.
Facility Information

Summary

Are you looking for personalized, one-on-one help for your healthcare needs? 

Active Approach's mission is to deliver the highest standards in healthcare service to our patients through evidence-informed and patient-centred care, while facilitating the achievement of every patients’ health goals through cost-effective, multidisciplinary treatment options tailored to optimizing the patient experience.

For the past 17 years, our team of clinical experts have dedicated themselves to helping every patient that walks through our doors. Contact us to begin your experience with the Active Approach!

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Wednesday
11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday
8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Friday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Services & supplies

  • Cupping therapy
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Foot reflexology
  • Hot Stone massage
  • Oncology massage
  • Post operative care
  • Pre/post-natal massage
  • Sports massage
  • Swedish massage
  • TMJ massage
  • Wellness massage

Amenities

  • Close to public transit
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wheelchair accessible
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B210-5855 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS B3H 4S2

Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Wednesday
11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday
8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Friday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only