Naturally Balanced was established in 2014.
However, this practice first opened its doors over 20 years ago as a Chiropractic and Massage clinic. We have since expanded to offer
additional services including Naturopathic Medicine, Contemporary Medical Acupuncture,
and dynamic cupping. Naturally Balanced is owned and operated by Chiropractor Dr Melissa Reinke, who has been a practitioner at this location since 2011.
Naturally Balanced is a safe space. We welcome and value diversity in religion, race, gender, sexual orientation and ability.
Meet Our Team
Team Bio's
Dr. Melissa Reinke
I graduated from the
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2011 and have
been privileged to serve the community of Highland
Park and surrounding area, ever since. I have a broad
patient base and enjoy working with people from all
walks of life. While my focus is on Pregnancy and
Postpartum rehabilitation, I treat a wide variety of
conditions including: acute and chronic injuries,
repetitive sprain/strains, WCB claims, Motor Vehicle
Accident claims, headaches, concussions/Post Concussion
Syndrome, and preventative/maintenance care. I
absolutely love what I do and I especially love sharing
my knowledge with others. I strongly believe that if my
patients understand what is causing their pain and how
certain movements will make it worse or better, then
they will be empowered to help themselves heal and
prevent re-injury.
I was born and raised in rural Alberta, and
after living in both Edmonton and Toronto, I now happily call Calgary my
forever home. My husband and I welcomed our daughters in 2018, and 2021
and I greatly enjoy the challenge of balancing life as a wife, mom and
business owner.
In my free time I love spending time
outdoors- camping, hiking, skiing, and fishing. I'm also an avid reader
and love nothing more than sitting outside with a good book. I enjoy
lifting weights, and doing resistance training and am constantly
expanding my knowledge in rehabilitation to better my own functional
training, as well as to provide my patients with a more comprehensive
treatment approach.
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Services and the treatments offered
by Dr. Melissa~ Click_Here
Dr. Candice Staniek
I graduated from Bastyr University in Washington state and practice
as a Licensed Naturopathic Doctor. This is actually my second career- my
first being an internal auditor in Calgary's oil and gas industry. I've
found that being an entrepreneur and a Naturopath has been a perfect
combination. When I work with my patients, I typically incorporate a
variety of tools such as: herbs, nutrition, counselling, physical
medicine, neural therapy and frequency specific microcurrent. I believe
in the healing power of the body (The Vis), and my job is to provide the
right tools in order to facilitate the healing process and to empower my
patients to be their best selves. In my free time you'll find me out in
nature, reading, snuggling with one of my cats, spending time with my
partner, or meditating.
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Nicole Lewis
Hi! My name is Nicole and I graduated with my
diploma in Massage Therapy from Mount Royal University in Calgary, AB. I
work with many different populations including: athletes, pregnancy and
postpartum, pediatrics and geriatrics. Yes, even babies and children can
benefit from Massage Therapy! I enjoy the challenge of having a wide
variety of clientele who range from having incredibly complex
conditions, to those who just want to relax. I chose Massage Therapy as
a profession because I've always taken an interest in the human body and
the way it moves, and wanted to help people feel, move and perform to
the best of their ability. I’ve seen the huge impact Massage
Therapy can have on someone’s overall mental health and physical
wellbeing, and I pride myself on ensuring that ALL of my treatments,
even relaxation, include a therapeutic component.
I use a variety of techniques during my treatments including:
dynamic cupping; myofascial
release; trigger point therapy; passive stretching; joint mobilization;
and my specialty, deep tissue massage. I pride myself on taking the time
with my clients to educate them on their conditions, as I believe that
understanding the cause of your pain/dysfunction is an important step in
rehabilitation. I take special interest in nerve entrapments, including
thoracic outlet syndrome, sciatica and carpal tunnel syndrome, as well
as lower back and hip pain. I am also experienced in post Motor
Vehicle Accident (MVA) care. Each of my treatments and homecare plans
are customized to my client’s individual needs, using a clinical and
intuitive approach to maximize recovery. My treatment plans are also
designed to fit in with your busy schedule.
In my spare time, I enjoy hiking through the mountains with my partner
and my dog, doing yoga and exploring the abundance of markets and other
outdoor events Calgary has to offer.
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Michelle Van Dyk
I graduated with honours from MH Vicars School of Massage
Therapy in Calgary, AB. As a former competitive dancer, I'm all too
familiar with injuries and how effective massage therapy can be in
the recovery process. After completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Dance, with a concentration in choreography and performance, I
found my interest in the human body and how it functions and moves.
I'm skilled in a variety of techniques including
therapeutic, deep tissue, trigger point release, joint mobilization,
myofascial stretching and relaxation massage- bringing passion and
expertise to every treatment. My goal is to identify underlying
patterns such as muscle imbalances, postural changes and movement
dysfunctions that lead to pain-tension cycles, and subsequently
create an individualized treatment plan to address clients’ concerns.
I like to educate my clients in customized self-care, empowering
them to be active participants in their healing process and
continued recovery. Influenced by my years of training and passion
for exercise, I believe that movement is often the right medicine
for combating aches and pains.
I've recently added dynamic cupping as a treatment option to
include with your massage. This unique modality increases blood flow
to the tissue, releases fascia that can otherwise be difficult to
treat, and improves overall muscle function. It also feels great!
In my spare time you can find me in
the mountains hiking, backpacking, paddle boarding, snowboarding,
and camping and spending time with my partner and dog.
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