Dr. Kate Higgins graduated from Western University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. From there she went on to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa. She graduated Summa Cum Laude in February 2021. Dr. Kate grew up in the Belgrave area and was practicing in Ottawa for 3 years before joining the Lucknow Chiropractic & Wellness Centre in March of 2024. She is very excited to return to her community and improve the health of those in it. She is an avid athlete and applies her knowledge of sport and level of activity to her practice.
Dr. Kate is passionate about a holistic approach to health and longevity. She believes in an active lifestyle coupled with nutrition and a healthy nervous system for optimal vitality. Dr. Kate cares for patients of all ages and abilities. She practices Manual adjustment techniques along with Thompson drop technique, Activator instrument adjusting and soft tissue therapy. In addition, Dr. Kate is trained in the Webster Technique, a chiropractic modality specifically tailored toward the needs of pregnant individuals.
Dr. Murray graduated from The University of Waterloo in 1996 with a B.Sc. in Kinesiology (Hons). From there he attended The National College of Chiropractic just outside of Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Murray graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2000 and began practice in early 2001.
Dr. Murray practiced in Teeswater, Ontario for over five years before opening the Lucknow Chiropractic & Wellness Centre in January 2006. Dr. Murray is joined in the office by Dr. Ryan Small, and Dr. Kate Higgings.
Dr. Murray has done additional training in low force chiropractic techniques including Activator Methods, Pro-Adjuster (by Sigma Instruments), and Thompson Technique with drop tables. Dr. Murray currently utilizes these methods to treat spinal joint fixations or dysfunction, using these low force instruments on spinal joints, as well as, hips, knees, feet, shoulders, elbows, and wrists.
Dr. Murray utilizes laser therapy using his Theralase laser for a wide range of conditions including neck, mid and low back pain, sciatica, rotator cuff tendinitis, tennis elbow, knee and hip pain and arthritis, plantar fasciitis, and many more. The laser is used in order to speed healing and tissue regeneration, decrease pain, reduce scar tissue, and decrease inflammation.
Dr. Murray has a special interest and has done extensive training in foot dysfunction and treats many foot or foot related conditions with adjustments (manipulation and mobilization), myofascial release soft tissue techniques, exercises, and orthotics if necessary.
The Lucknow Chiropractic & Wellness Centre provides complementary Gaitscans, a computerized system which scans the foot while walking and standing still, to identify possible foot dysfunction that may play a role in foot, knee, hip, and back pain. If necessary, custom foot orthotics are made for the patient, or non-custom orthotics are available.
Dr. Murray has also completed additional training in acupuncture, as well as, soft tissue techniques (i.e. myofascial release techniques, massage), sports injuries, nutritional supplements and herbal remedies, and pediatrics. Ultrasound therapy, is utilized in the office.
Dr. Murray prescribes rehabilitation exercises to enable patients to aid in recovery, reduce recovery time, and lead to better function and long term outcomes for many conditions. Postural dysfunctions are assessed and addressed with spinal adjustments, postural exercises, and spinal re-patterning techniques. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis programming is available as well.
Dr. Ryan Small, who is originally from Kincardine, has always had a special interest in anything health and wellness related. This lead him to the University of Guelph-Humber in Toronto where he completed his Undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion. After University, he continued his education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, where he graduated in the spring of 2020. During his time at chiropractic school, he completed his training in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture from McMaster University. Additionally, he become a certified Emergency First Responder, where he provided sideline medical coverage for various soccer, rugby, and football teams within the Greater Toronto Area.
Dr. Ryan provides chiropractic care to patients utilizing instrument adjusting (Activator & Sigma), and manual adjustments. He also uses soft-tissue techniques, Laser therapy, Ultrasound, and Acupuncture. Dr. Ryan is very active in prescribing Rehabilitation exercises, and provides Custom Orthotics.
Dr. Ryan began practicing and joined the Lucknow Chiropractic & Wellness Centre on September 21, 2020. Dr. Small is excited to return to the area and contribute to the community, and looks forward to improving your health!
