Referring Providers
Family Physicians
Nurse Practitioners
Naturopathic Doctors
Massage Therapists
Dieticians
Mental Health Practitioners
Orthopedic Surgeons
Social Workers
Chiropractors
AT STRATHCONA JOINT THRIVE
Our belief is that a community-based approach is essential to alleviate the growing pressure on the healthcare system and drive the meaningful, lasting change it urgently needs.
Fewer than 4 in 10 people with osteoarthritis receive early, guideline-based conservative treatment—highlighting a significant gap in healthcare.
Our mission is to collaborate with you to give your patients/clients the best experiences possible and optimize their joint health outcomes.
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DR. GRAHAM SIGALET
Naturopathic Doctor - Broken Squirrel Wellness | Courtenay
Referring to Dr. Iain goes far beyond the typical 15-minute chiropractic appointment focused on spinal manipulations. His practice emphasizes comprehensive patient education, individualized strength and rehabilitation training, and a commitment to addressing the foundational pillars of health.
As a naturopathic doctor, I deeply value his highly evidence-based approach, which seamlessly complements my own methodology, ensuring our patients receive integrative, holistic care that prioritizes both immediate relief and long-term well-being.
Understanding Your Challenges
With the healthcare system stretched thin and providers often
working in silos, patients deserve more connected, collaborative care that empowers them to thrive.
Limited Time for Health Behaviour Change
With packed schedules, spending time on meaningful conversations about lifestyle and behaviour changes can feel impossible.
Uncertainty Around Referrals
It’s tough to find the right partner to entrust your patients to—referrals can often feel like a leap of faith.
Osteoarthritis Isn’t Always the Focus
Balancing a range of patient needs often means osteoarthritis management doesn’t take centre stage, leaving you with fewer
resources to draw on.
Refer a Patient
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TESTIMONIALS
What people living with hip and knee osteoarthritis saying?
The Strathcona Joint Thrive Approach
The approach is built on contemporary evidence that views OA as a whole-person condition, influenced by a combination of biopsychosocial factors rather than just structural damage.
Here's what your patients can expect when they join the program.
Changing the Arthritis Narrative
Focusing on reframing how patients understand OA. Many come in believing their pain is due to irreversible structural damage, often feeling surgery is their only option.
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The goal is to shift this perspective by:
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Listening to Their Story
Reconceptualizing Pain as Multifactorial
Using Behavioural Strategies
Shifting the Treatment Focus to what is Modifiable
Shifting away from a “fix it” approach to empowering patients to manage modifiable drivers of pain and disability.
The program focuses on:
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Education
Targeted Exercise
Physical Activity for Life
Weight Management
Nutrition
Putting Patients in Control of Their Care
A key element of the program is empowering patients to take charge of their OA management.
Here's how we approach this:
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Building Self Management Skills​
Health Literacy Coaching
Addressing Comorbidities
Promoting Healthy Lifestyle Change
Partner with a Trusted Ally in Patient Care
Refer a Patient
An easy way to get a referral started in just a few steps. HIPAA compliant Google Form.
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