Dr. Kowall is the owner and primary treating doctor at Kowall Chiropractic Centres. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Winnipeg in 1981 and completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Canada in 1986. In 2000, he received his certification in acupuncture from the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (AFCI).

Dr. Kowall has served as a board member of the Manitoba Chiropractors Association (2002-04). He has also served on several committees with the MCA and has acted as chairman for the United Way (chiropractic profession). He is a member in good standing since 1986.

At Kowall Chiropractic Centres, we offer custom orthotic services provided through the internationally known company, Foot Levelers.

Feet are the foundation of your body. They are your base of support when you’re standing, walking or running. At times, pain found in different areas of your body may be due to improper feet mechanics and positioning, that may need to be corrected via the use of orthotics. Through the use of custom orthotics, we can enhance your body’s performance and efficiency, reduce pain, and contribute to your total body wellness. Foot levelers orthotics will complement your chiropractic treatment when you stand, walk, and live your life in balance.

NORMALIZER chiropractic pillows gently support the neck, giving a comfortable and restful night's sleep. The patented design enables you to choose whatever position you prefer without losing the neccessary support for a comfortable and restfull sleep.

NORMALIZER chiropractic pillows are made of durable 100% pure non-allergenic polyurethane foams.. The deluxe CoolPlus® and standard covers are removable for simple washing.

NORMALIZER pillows fit a standard pillow case and are available in regular and firm density foams.

Biofreeze topical products are conveniently available for purchase at our clinic. They are especially effective for those suffering from arthritis, but they also provide effective relief for those suffering from muscle strains, low back pain, neck pain, and muscle strains. Biofreeze provides a cooling sensation that those suffering from inflamed joints and muscles might find relieving.

For more information, please visit the Biofreeze homepage.

Chiropractic is a natural health care profession that emphasizes the relationship between structure and function. At Kowall Chiropractic Centres, a chiropractic adjustment is the primary form of treatment provided. The World Health Organization defines the Chiropractic Adjustment as 'Any chiropractic therapeutic procedure that ultimately uses controlled forces, leverage, direction, amplitude and velocity, which is applied to specific joints and adjacent tissues. Chiropractors commonly use such procedures to influence joint and neurophysiological function.' –WHO 2005.

At Kowall Chiropractic Centres, We utilize various chiropractic techniques and soft tissue therapies in order to accommodate different patient needs or treat different areas such as shoulders, knees, elbows, etc.

Chiropractic care is available to men, women, and children of all ages, including babies and pregnant women. There are many benefits to receiving chiropractic adjustments, some of which in include improved joint and muscle mobilization and stability, improved biomechanics, decreased recovery time post-injury, and overall health optimization!

Some of the conditions that we treat:

• BACK PAIN
• WHIPLASH & NECK PAIN
• SPORTS INJURIES
• ARTHRITIC PAIN
• HEADACHES & MIGRAINES
• SHOULDER PAIN
• ELBOW PAIN
• WRIST & HAND PAIN
• HIP, KNEE & ANKLE PAIN
• WORKPLACE INJURIES
• VERTIGO
• JAW PAIN

What is acupuncture?

According to the AFCI, acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of acupuncture needles into specific points of the body to achieve a therapeutic effect. The effects are reliant on the needles alone, as no drug is injected into the body.

Acupuncture is used to encourage natural healing, improve mood and energy, reduce or relieve pain, and improve function of affected areas of the body. It is safe and effective and is often successfully used as an alternative to medications or even surgery. Relief is often obtained when traditional medical therapies have failed.

Acupuncture points are places on the skin that have a lower resistance to the passage of electricity than the surrounding skin and are part of a network of points that were mapped centuries ago by the Chinese. Most are found along “meridians” or “channels” that thought to be pathways for “qi” or energy flow throughout the body. These points are typically located via anatomical landmarks.

Acupuncture Treatment

When a needle is correctly inserted into the skin, it may feel dull, heavy, or achy. Some consider this necessary for treatment to be effective, but studies have found that pain relief can be achieved without the achy sensation. The needles are inserted for 15-30 minutes, and the practitioner may manipulate the needles in order to stimulate or reduce the flow of Qi.

Sometimes, Dr. Kowall may utilize electro-acupuncture, which are needles that are electrically stimulated by different frequencies via clip attachments. Low frequency stimulation (2-4 Hz) results in slow onset of pain relief that can last for hours to days after treatment, and has cumulative effects with repeated treatments. High frequency stimulation (80-200 Hz) results in pain-blocking effects that has a quick onset, but may not last beyond the treatment time.

Conditions We Treat

• Low back pain
• Neck disorders
• Headaches
• Neuromuscular disorders
• Restless Leg Syndrome
• Joint conditions
• Tendonitis

Therapeutic exercise is defined as bodily movement prescribed to correct an impairment, improve musculo skeletal function, or maintain a state of well-being. The goals of therapeutic exercise are:

• Release contracted muscles, tendons, and fascia
• Mobilize joints
• Improve circulation
• Improve coordination,
• Reduce rigidity
• Improve muscle strength, exercise performance and functional capacity

It may vary from highly selected activities restricted to specific muscles or parts of the body, to general and vigorous activities that can return a convalescing patient to the peak of physical condition.