Head 2 Toe Holistic Health Clinic

The marks cupping leaves behind are not bruises.

This is one of the most common misconceptions about cupping therapy, and it's worth clearing up.

Bruises are caused by blunt impact that breaks capillaries under the skin. Cupping marks are caused by suction drawing stagnant blood to the surface of the tissue. They look similar, but they're completely different in origin and feel nothing like a bruise to the touch.

For most people, the marks fade within two to five days and aren't tender.

Cupping works by increasing circulation to the treated area, releasing tension in the underlying tissue, and supporting your body's natural recovery process. It's been used for thousands of years and is a well-established part of Traditional Chinese Medicine practice.

At Head 2 Toe, it's offered as part of our acupuncture services.

Call 250-304-8700 or go online to book at www.head2toecastlegar.ca

Mark you calendars! Our Registered Acupuncturist, Thomas Heikes is putting on a workshop at Recharge Fuel & Fitness in Downtown Castlegar. Hope to see you there!

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We’re so excited for our next social led by Thomas Heikes (R.Ac., Registered acupuncturist and functional movement practitioner)🤩

📆 October 1st at 6:30pm
📍Recharge Fuel & Fitness in downtown Castlegar

This is a FREE event for Recharge members and the general community.

We hope to see you there 😊

Helping you feel your best, from Head 2 Toe!
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First time seeing a chiropractor? Here's what to expect.

Your visit at Head 2 Toe starts with a conversation. We want to understand what's been happening in your body, what makes it better or worse, and what you're hoping to get back to.

From there, your chiropractor does a physical assessment of how your spine and joints are moving, where things are restricted, and how that might be contributing to the pain or tension you're feeling.

Then comes the treatment, designed specifically for what your body showed us that day.

No two visits are exactly the same, because no two patients are exactly the same.

If you've been curious but hesitant, that's completely normal. Call us and we'll answer any questions before you even book.

Call 250-304-8700 or go online to book at www.head2toecastlegar.ca

We have openings for Registered Massage this Saturday. Call 250-304-8700 or book at

Massage Therapy & Chiropractic Care in Castlegar | Head 2 Toe Wellness Clinic Head 2 Toe Holistic Health Clinic in Castlegar offers massage therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, Thai massage, and more. Personalized care for pain relief, rehab, and wellness.

That trail isn't going anywhere.

But the longer you wait, the harder it gets to start again.

We hear this a lot at Head 2 Toe: patients who've been putting off dealing with a knee, a hip, or a back issue for months, sometimes years, because they thought it might just sort itself out.

It usually doesn't. But it also usually isn't as complicated as people fear.

Our team will do a thorough assessment, figure out what's actually going on, and build a plan that gets you back to the hiking loops, ski runs, and outdoor life you've been watching from the sideline.

You don't have to keep sitting this one out.

Call 250-304-8700 or go online to book at www.head2toecastlegar.ca

There's a version of you that bikes the Columbia River Trail without your shoulder reminding you it's there.

A version that paddles all day and feels tired in the good way, not the painful way.

That version isn't as far away as it might feel right now.

At Head 2 Toe, we see patients every day who've been managing around their pain for so long they've forgotten what it feels like not to. And when they finally get the right assessment and the right care, they're genuinely surprised.

You don't have to earn your way back slowly by pushing through. You can get a clear picture of what's happening and a real plan to fix it.

Let's look at what's going on.

Call 250-304-8700 or go online to book at www.head2toecastlegar.ca

We'd like to introduce you to Thomas Heikes, R.Ac.

Thomas is a registered acupuncturist trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine at Pacific Rim College, blending acupuncture with complementary modalities like Tui Na massage, cupping, gua sha, medical Qi Gong, and biodynamic craniosacral therapy.

Thomas works with patients across all stages of life, supporting concerns like pain management, nervous system regulation, stress, sleep issues, digestion, and overall vitality. He's known for creating a calm, grounded space where each session is adapted to the individual.

If you've been curious about acupuncture or looking for a more holistic approach to care, Thomas is a wonderful place to start.

Bookings are open now.

Call 250-304-8700 or go online to book at www.head2toecastlegar.ca

Staying mobile as you get older isn't about working harder. It's about moving smarter and more consistently.

The research on mobility is clear: the people who maintain the greatest range of motion, balance, and functional strength as they age are the ones who move frequently, not just intensively.

You don't need a gym for this. Small movements built into your day, done consistently, have a compounding effect over time.

Here are three movements our team recommends for anyone who wants to stay active and independent in the Kootenays for the long term. Swipe through.

And if pain or stiffness is already limiting your movement, that's exactly what we're here for.

Call 250-304-8700 or go online to book at www.head2toecastlegar.ca

"Acupuncture is only for pain relief."

This is one of the most common misconceptions we encounter, and it's worth addressing.

Acupuncture works by regulating the nervous system, which means its effects extend well beyond pain. Our registered acupuncturists at Head 2 Toe use it to address a wide range of concerns, including:

Chronic pain and injury recovery.
Headaches and migraines.
Sleep difficulties and fatigue.
Digestive issues.
Stress and nervous system dysregulation.
Seasonal allergies.

Acupuncture isn't a single-purpose tool. It's a whole-body approach that works by supporting your system's ability to regulate and heal itself.

If you're not sure whether it might help with what you're dealing with, call us. We're happy to have that conversation.

Call 250-304-8700 or go online to book at www.head2toecastlegar.ca