Chiropractic Services in NW Calgary
Dr. Michael Lau offers a range of evidence-based chiropractic services in NW Calgary. Whether you’re dealing with long-standing pain, recovering from an injury or wanting to stay active, Dr. Lau will assess your concern, explain what he finds and work with you on a plan to help you move better and manage pain.
Jump to: Adjustments · Acupuncture · Shockwave · Orthotics · Concussion · Posture · Sports Injuries · Referrals
Chiropractic Adjustments
Stiff neck, aching back, joints that don’t move the way they used to — adjustments aim to improve movement in stiff joints and ease tension in the surrounding muscles. Treatment is precise, controlled, and tailored to your comfort level. Good for: back and neck pain, headaches, stiffness, and keeping an active body moving well.
Medical Acupuncture
Tight, knotted muscles that ache or won’t release may respond to fine needles placed into the trigger point, which can help ease pain and muscle tension. Dr. Lau is certified in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture through McMaster University, a neurofunctional, evidence-based approach. Good for: muscle knots and spasm, chronic tension, sports-related muscle pain, and headaches with a muscular source.
Shockwave Therapy
For long-standing tendon and heel pain that hasn’t improved with rest or stretching, shockwave therapy (ESWT) uses acoustic pulses thought to stimulate a healing response in the tissue. Sessions are short and involve no needles or medication. A typical course is five to ten sessions about a week apart, usually alongside an exercise program, and results vary. Good for: plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles and other chronic tendon problems, and shoulder calcific tendinopathy.
Custom Orthotics & Biomechanical Gait Assessment
How your feet meet the ground can contribute to foot, knee and sometimes lower-back pain. A biomechanical gait assessment looks at how you stand, walk and run. If custom orthotics are likely to help, Dr. Lau can prescribe them, and they’re often covered by extended health benefits. Good for: foot and arch pain, flat feet, knee pain when walking or running, and recurring lower-limb injuries.
Concussion Management & Rehabilitation
Recovering from a concussion shouldn’t be guesswork. Dr. Lau is trained in structured concussion management: assessing symptoms, guiding a safe, gradual return to work, school, and sport, and coordinating with your physician where needed. Good for: recent concussions, lingering post-concussion symptoms, and return-to-play planning for athletes.
Posture Correction
Hours at a desk or on a phone pull your head forward and round your shoulders — and your neck pays for it. Posture correction combines targeted adjustments, muscle release, and a simple exercise plan to retrain the position your body defaults to. You’ll know exactly what’s wrong, why, and what we’re doing about it. Good for: forward head posture (“tech neck”), rounded shoulders, and desk-related neck and upper-back pain.
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Whether it’s runner’s knee, a rotator cuff strain, or an injury that keeps coming back, treatment combines hands-on care with a progressive rehab plan, built around your sport, not a generic protocol. Good for: running injuries, shoulder injuries, sprains and strains, and returning to sport with confidence.
Pain Management Referrals
For patients who may benefit from interventional pain management, Dr. Lau coordinates referrals to trusted providers for a range of targeted procedures. These include corticosteroid injections, hyaluronic acid (viscosupplementation) injections, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, and nerve ablation (radiofrequency ablation). By working alongside these specialists, Dr. Lau helps ensure patients have access to the full spectrum of options for managing chronic and persistent pain.
Additional Treatment Techniques
In addition to the core services above, Dr. Lau also offers:
Spinal Decompression Therapy
Myofascial Cupping Therapy
Trigger Point Specific Myofascial Release
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy (IASTM / Graston)
TMJ Treatment
Kinesio Taping / Sports Taping
Functional Movement Screening (FMS)
Injury Prehabilitation & Rehabilitation
Posture, Ergonomic & Sleep Position Advice
Ready to book your appointment? Call us at (403) 282-4004 or book online. We serve patients from NW Calgary and surrounding communities including Brentwood, Charleswood, Varsity, and Dalhousie.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Posture-related neck and back discomfort often improves with a mix of exercise, changes to your workstation and daily habits, and hands-on care such as adjustments and soft tissue therapy. Dr. Lau will assess how you sit, stand and move, and give you a plan you can keep up at home.
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Please bring a list of your current symptoms, any prior medical records related to the injury, your current medications, and details about how the concussion occurred so Dr. Lau can build an accurate recovery plan.
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Chiropractic adjustments use controlled force on joints to improve movement, while medical acupuncture (dry needling/IMS) uses fine needles at trigger points and nerve pathways to relieve muscle tension. Dr. Lau often combines both for a complete treatment plan.
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Yes. Dr. Lau treats common sports injuries such as sprains, rotator cuff injuries, runner’s knee and Achilles tendinopathy, using hands-on care, instrument-assisted soft tissue techniques (Graston/IASTM) and a progressive exercise plan.
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Chiropractic care is generally safe for most people. Mild soreness or stiffness for a day or two is common, and serious complications are rare. Dr. Lau reviews your health history and examines you first, explains the benefits and risks of any treatment, and adapts care or refers you elsewhere when it isn’t appropriate.
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No referral is required. You can call (403) 282-4004 or book online directly to schedule your first appointment.
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