Santin Chiropractic

Santin Chiropractic DISCOVER BETTER HEALTH Welcome patients and guests to our page! Our vision is to see a healthier community in Thunder Bay.

Our mission in our office is to allow patients to discover better health with honesty, integrity, and respect, in a fun and family oriented environment. This page will be a place for you to get informative up-to-date information, connect with others that have experienced an improvement in their health, and most of all feel inspired to make a difference with your health. You also will find information on upcoming events, charitable work going on in the office which you can get involved in, social events, and upcoming special health information talks and workshops. Lastly, if you have any questions or concerns about any specific health concerns you, or your loved ones, are experiencing do not hesitate to contact our office and you can talk to the Dr.'s one on one. Enjoy and stay in touch,

Dr. Angelo and Carla Santin

Transform your sleep beyond external fixes.Imagine achieving deep, restorative sleep not solely through environmental ad...
02/12/2026

Transform your sleep beyond external fixes.
Imagine achieving deep, restorative sleep not solely through environmental adjustments, but by optimizing your body's foundational structure. This shift can lead to lasting improvements in your nightly rest.

We obsess over the variables we can buy.
The memory foam mattress. The weighted blanket. The ergonomic pillow that costs more than a car payment.

But then we lie down on a spine that has been misaligned for years and wonder why the math doesn't add up.

You see, the variable might not be the bed. It might be the body lying in it.

When we look at the data, specifically a study with 76 participants, we see something fascinating. Chiropractic care did more than just address pain. It shifted brain activity.

Specifically, it increased Alpha and Theta waves.

Those are the brain states you need for deep relaxation. When your spine is subluxated, your nervous system often stays in a "fight or flight" mode. It is trying to protect you. But it makes it nearly impossible to truly power down at night.

We focus on the spine to help the brain calm down.

-> Your nervous system regulates better
-> Sleep cycles find their natural rhythm
-> You wake up feeling like you actually rested

It is a common thing we hear at the office. Someone comes in for low back issues and mentions a few weeks later that they are finally sleeping through the night.

Sometimes you don't need a new mattress. You just need to clear the interference in your own system so you can finally relax.

Do you find yourself waking up tired even after 8 hours?

Drop a "👋" in the comments if you’d love to Discover Better Health through better sleep.

Science reveals adjustments change brain wave patterns.This evidence points to a new understanding of focus, calm, and a...
02/11/2026

Science reveals adjustments change brain wave patterns.
This evidence points to a new understanding of focus, calm, and alertness.

Most people walk into our clinic thinking about their lower back or a stiff neck. They view the spine as a column of bones that simply keeps them upright or complains when they lift something heavy.

But new research painted a very different picture of what is actually happening during care.

When we looked at the data, specifically regarding brain function, we saw that chiropractic adjustments produced a decrease in Delta brain waves while simultaneously increasing Theta, Alpha, and Beta power.

That might sound technical, so let’s translate it.

⬇ Delta waves are often associated with that groggy, detached state.
⬆ Alpha and Beta waves are linked to alertness, calm focus, and processing.

Essentially, the brain shifted from a stressed, foggy state toward a more alert and capable one. The spine isn't just about structural support; it is a direct line of communication to how your brain functions and processes the world around you.

This helps explain why so many of our patients tell us they sleep better or feel "clearer" after their adjustments.

We aren't just moving bones. We are helping the nervous system reset.

At Santin Chiropractic, we want you to Discover Better Health in every sense—physical and neurological.

Does this match your experience with chiropractic care?

Like and Comment "Clear" if you’ve noticed that mental shift after an adjustment. We’d love to know we aren't the only ones seeing this.

5 reasons to love chiropractic this Valentine’s Day ❤️💗 All Natural – A holistic approach that helps your body heal itse...
02/11/2026

5 reasons to love chiropractic this Valentine’s Day ❤️

💗 All Natural – A holistic approach that helps your body heal itself
💗 Reduces Stress – A healthy spine supports your nervous system, helping ease stress and anxiety
💗 Alleviates Pain – From chronic aches to new injuries, chiropractic care helps relieve pain naturally
💗 Improves Sleep – Better spinal alignment = better communication in the body = better rest
💗 Elevates Performance – Boosts flexibility, range of motion, recovery, and overall performance

Fall in love with feeling your best 💕
Your spine will thank you.

Your back's breaking point isn't random.We call it 'throwing out your back' like it happened in that exact second. You b...
02/10/2026

Your back's breaking point isn't random.

We call it 'throwing out your back' like it happened in that exact second. You bent down to tie a shoe and—snap.

But the reality? Your back didn't fail you in that moment.

It was pushed to the edge. Slowly. Over months or even years.

Think of it like a bucket under a dripping tap.
Daily stress.
Old sports injuries that never quite healed.
Sitting at a desk for 8 hours.
Repetitive lifting.

The bucket fills up. That final movement wasn't the cause; it was just the drop that made it spill over. The moment you felt the pain wasn't when it started. It was simply the moment your body finally ran out of ways to compensate.

We see this constantly at the clinic.

And interestingly, recent research suggests this overload affects more than just your spine. It actually changes how your brain works.

There’s data showing that when we address these spinal issues—what we call subluxations—we see measurable changes in brain activity (specifically in the Default Mode Network, for the science geeks out there).

We aren't just moving bones.
-> We're helping the brain process input better.
-> We're seeing patients report better sleep quality.
-> We're seeing reductions in fatigue.

The goal isn't just to patch you up after the bucket spills. It’s to help you Discover Better Health so the bucket doesn't get that full in the first place.

Don't wait for the spill.

Does this resonate? Drop a "Yes" below if you’ve ever ignored a small ache until it became a big problem. 👇

Many expect spinal changes in one visit. Your body actually needs consistent, dedicated effort, like learning any new sk...
02/09/2026

Many expect spinal changes in one visit. Your body actually needs consistent, dedicated effort, like learning any new skill. Understanding this reality prevents frustration and wasted effort.

The strangest thing I've noticed after years in practice is this disconnect.

People understand that learning to play the piano takes years of daily practice. You wouldn't expect to sit down at the keys once and suddenly play a concerto. Your body works the exact same way. It learned your current patterns through thousands of hours of repetition.

Think about it.

That posture you're trying to fix? It's a neurological pattern your body memorized while you sat at a desk or looked down at your phone for years. Your nervous system has set that misaligned position as "normal."

So when we start care, we are essentially teaching your body a new language.

Moving the vertebrae is only the first step. The real work happens when we retrain the nervous system to accept a better position as the new normal.

→ The adjustment creates a window for better movement
→ Repetition teaches the muscles to hold it differently
→ Time allows the change to actually stabilize

Research generally suggests it takes 4 to 8 weeks just to see those initial neuromuscular changes. Strength, endurance, new activation patterns... they don't happen overnight. For true stabilization, we're often looking at six months.

There’s no shortcut. Just consistency.

And honestly? That’s what makes the results stick so you can get back to doing the things you love without the issue coming right back.

Drop a ❤️ if you prefer doing it right over doing it twice.

🎿 Let the Winter Games begin! ❄️From Lake Placid to Vancouver and beyond, chiropractic care has been part of Team Olympi...
02/06/2026

🎿 Let the Winter Games begin! ❄️
From Lake Placid to Vancouver and beyond, chiropractic care has been part of Team Olympic sports medicine for decades — helping athletes stay aligned, mobile, and ready to perform at their best.🏆

✨ Did you know? Chiropractors have been part of the U.S. Winter Olympic medical team since the early 2000s, and athletes like Lolo Jones (who competed in bobsled) have openly discussed using chiropractic care as part of their performance routine. 🛷 Plus, Aussie skeleton racer Melissa Hoar brings her own chiropractic expertise from the world of elite sport ➰.

Here’s to strength, resilience, and peak performance at every turn! 🥇❄️

Your morning stiffness or shoulder tension isn't simply random discomfort. Your body uses a specific, underlying code to...
02/06/2026

Your morning stiffness or shoulder tension isn't simply random discomfort. Your body uses a specific, underlying code to tell you exactly what it requires for optimal function.

Unlock your body's secret communication code.

Most of us treat pain like it's the enemy. We try to silence it or just ignore it until it hopefully goes away. But after years of practice here in Thunder Bay, I've realized your body is actually trying to have a conversation with you.

That stiffness you feel right when you wake up? That's usually your joints begging for movement. They are craving the lubrication that only comes from being in motion.

And that feeling in your shoulders that you think is just stress...

It’s often a neurological pattern your body has memorized. Your nervous system has essentially set a slouched position as your default "normal" because you've spent thousands of hours in it. So what you feel isn't just a tight muscle; it's a misalignment.

The pain isn't the problem. The pain is the signal.

When pain moves around your body, it can actually be a good sign. We call it centralization. As we reduce pressure on the nerve through adjustments, the pain often walks itself back up towards the source. It means things are changing.

We have to stop shooting the messenger. Instead of just numbing the sensation, we need to read the code.

-> Stiffness means "I need motion"
-> Radiating pain means "A nerve is compressed"
-> Headaches often mean "My neck structure is off"

Your body is incredibly resilient, but it needs the right inputs. It needs proper alignment and consistent care to function the way it was designed to.

Are you actually listening to the signals, or are you just turning down the volume?

Hit Like if this makes sense. And tag a friend who's always complaining about a "bad back" — they might need to read this.

⭐Star Athlete of the Month: Marcello⭐"Marcello has been adjusted since birth...he was checked by Dr. Angelo when he was ...
02/05/2026

⭐Star Athlete of the Month: Marcello⭐

"Marcello has been adjusted since birth...he was checked by Dr. Angelo when he was only 5 minutes old! Marcello is an avid athlete. He enjoys playing hockey, basketball, soccer and golf. Marcello credits chiropractic with keeping him healthy and strong."

**posted with patients permission

Device posture: a silent spinal epidemic.Clinical observations reveal a growing epidemic: abnormal neck flexion from dev...
02/05/2026

Device posture: a silent spinal epidemic.

Clinical observations reveal a growing epidemic: abnormal neck flexion from device use, affecting nearly everyone. This consistent stress, accumulating for thousands of hours annually, profoundly impacts spinal alignment.

We see the evidence on x-rays constantly.

Here is the hard truth about the conveniences making our lives easier.
91% of people flex their neck downward to scroll, type, or watch. That adds up to somewhere between 700 and 1,400 hours of abnormal stress on your cervical spine every single year.

The physics are startling.

When you tilt your head forward just 45 degrees, your neck muscles have to work as if they are lifting a 50-pound weight. You are essentially carrying a heavy bag of potatoes around your neck all day, every day.

Eventually, the structure has to compensate.

Bones shift. The natural curve of the neck flattens. We call this being subluxated or misaligned.

The scary part? You won't feel it happening.

Pain is the last symptom to show up. It is the final alarm bell, not the early warning system. By the time you walk into our clinic on Fort William Road with a stiff neck or a headache that won't quit, the degenerative changes have often been progressing silently for years.

That is why we are honest about the timeline.

Getting out of pain might happen quickly with adjustments, but stabilizing your spine takes time. Your body has to "unlearn" the bad patterns it has memorized over thousands of hours.

-> Lift your phone to eye level.
-> Take breaks.
-> Get your spine checked before the pain starts.

Your spine is the only one you get.

Be honest—did you just straighten up while reading this?
Like & Comment "YES" if you caught yourself slouching. Let’s get Thunder Bay moving better.

Early breathing habits predict adult posture challenges.You watch your toddler playing and probably don't think twice ab...
02/04/2026

Early breathing habits predict adult posture challenges.

You watch your toddler playing and probably don't think twice about how they're breathing. But after nearly 20 years of practice here in Thunder Bay, I can't help but see the future trajectory.

When I see a child who is consistently mouth breathing, I'm often looking at the very beginning of forward head posture.
The tongue and the neck are connected in ways most people don't realize.

If the tongue isn't resting at the roof of the mouth, the deep neck flexors get aggravated. They stop doing their job of stabilizing the neck.
And just like that, a pattern begins.

Then comes the modern amplifier.
Tablets. Phones.
We see kids spending hours with their heads dropped forward. Five hours a day is the average now for screen time.
That is five hours of reinforcing a collapsed position. Five hours of teaching the nervous system that "down and forward" is the normal state.

By the time someone comes to our office on Fort William Road with neck pain in their 30s, the issue isn't new. The story started decades ago.
Your body is always learning. It memorizes the positions you spend the most time in.

Correcting this isn't about forcing your kids to "sit up straight" for two minutes. It requires a different approach because we are trying to reprogram the nervous system.

-> Adjustments help restore the joint mechanics that have been stiff for years
-> Specific exercises wake up those sleepy deep neck flexors
-> Time allows the body to accept a new, healthier normal

If you notice your child is a mouth breather, or if they struggle with asthma, pay attention to their neck position.
It is always easier to guide the tree while it's young than to fix it when it's fully grown.

Helping families Discover Better Health means looking at these subtle patterns before they become pain.

Have you noticed your kids slouching more when they're on their devices? Hit Like if you're constantly reminding them to look up!

Does certainty limit true health discovery?In health care, certainty feels comfortable. Yet, our continuous learning sho...
02/03/2026

Does certainty limit true health discovery?

In health care, certainty feels comfortable. Yet, our continuous learning shows true discovery lies in asking more questions. Is your current health approach missing crucial insights?

Random clinic thought: Every patient teaches me something new.

The body is endlessly complex.

What works for one person simply doesn't work for another. And the more I learn after all these years, the more I realize how much I don't know.

That is exactly what keeps this work interesting.

Certainty is comfortable. Curiosity is useful.

Take neck pain.
We could just look at where it hurts. That's the certain path. But often, that pain is the final chapter of a story that started years ago.
Maybe it’s a neurological pattern your body memorized from sitting at a desk for 700 hours a year. Or a tongue position issue that started when you were a toddler.

If we stop asking questions at "where does it hurt?", we miss the actual cause.

Your nervous system is constantly recording your position, building a model of what "normal" feels like. Changing that model takes time.
> 4-8 weeks for initial changes
> Up to 6 months for stabilization

We have to be willing to look deeper than the symptoms. That is the only way to truly Discover Better Health.

Healing requires us to be curious enough to find the root cause, even when the answer isn't simple.

Agree? Like this post if you believe health is worth the extra attention.

Address

815 Fort William Road, Unit #2
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B3A4

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 11:30am
2pm - 5:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 11:30am
2pm - 5:30pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Santin Chiropractic posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Santin Chiropractic:

Shortcuts

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Category