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Kinesio taping being done on a young woman's shoulder

Written by: Dr. Colleen Prendergast, Adelaide Health Clinic

Mission and Focus

Through her experience as a former track athlete, Dr. Prendergast's overarching mission is to help patients regain proper bodily function and achieve homeostasis.Through her multidisciplinary approach, she aims to address the root causes of health issues and support long-term wellness.

Chiropractic Care

Dr. Prendergast offers expert chiropractic care with a focus on sports injuries and concussion management, including both diagnosis and treatment. She is OTZ trained and specializes in treating injuries of the extremities such as frozen shoulder. Her chiropractic services are designed to alleviate pain, enhance mobility, and support the body's natural healing processes through adjustments, facial release, and joint mobilization.

Holistic Nutrition

As a holistic nutritionist, Dr. Prendergast provides comprehensive dietary guidance to support overall health. Her services include meal planning tailored to individual needs, weight loss programs, and addressing gut and sleep issues. By focusing on general improvement of eating habits, Dr. Prendergast helps her patients achieve better health and wellness through nutrition.

Kinesio Taping

Dr. Prendergast employs Kinesio taping to accelerate the recovery of various ailments. This technique is effective in treating conditions such as shin splints, plantar fasciitis, muscle strains, frozen shoulder, complex regional pain syndrome, and scar tissue healing. Additionally, Kinesio taping is beneficial for sports injuries, helping to speed up the healing process for issues like ankle sprains and swelling in different parts of the body.

Dr. Prendergast is committed to restoring the body's proper function and achieving homeostasis through a range of specialized services. Her holistic approach encompasses various treatment modalities designed to promote healing, enhance performance, and improve overall wellbeing.

 

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