MPI student representative Astrid Trim is staying close to her roots. Born and raised in Toronto, Astrid attends Canadian Memorial College of Chiropractic (CMCC) in Toronto. Currently in her final semester at CMCC, Astrid is busily preparing for graduation and state boards. Her post-CMCC plans will include setting up practice in Toronto.
Astrid Trim, 25, has been interested in chiropractic since her days as a member of her high school track and field team. Due to an injury, she was unable to continue competing as a runner. Astrid credits Dr. Keith Innes as being her mentor and greatest inspiration to become a chiropractor. Dr. Innes encouraged her to get involved with chiropractic, and she says, "He really taught me a lot and encouraged me in my decision." Keith Innes, D.C., resides in Ontario, Canada and is the head of the MPI seminar faculty.
Astrid graduated from the University of Waterloo with a B.Sc. in biochemistry. She has been an MPI student representative since her first semester at CMCC. One of the goals that she accomplished as a student representative was establishing a student council sponsored Technique Club at CMCC. "That was something that I felt was important and I really wanted to do."
Astrid Trim will continue with her student rep. duties until her graduation in May.
When sports chiropractors first appeared at the Olympic Games in the 1980s, it was alongside individual athletes who had experienced the benefits of chiropractic care in their training and recovery processes at home. Fast forward to Paris 2024, where chiropractic care was available in the polyclinic for all athletes, and the attitude has now evolved to recognize that “every athlete deserves access to sports chiropractic."
It is estimated that 61% of patients with CTS avoid taking surgical options due to postoperative complications and costly surgical procedures. Chiropractic care offers a comprehensive and effective treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome, addressing the condition from multiple angles. Recent studies also have unveiled a game-changing adjunct to chiropractic treatments for CTS: nerve flossing.
Some doctors thrive in a personality-based clinic and have a loyal following no matter what services or equipment they offer, but for most chiropractic offices who are trying to grow and expand, new equipment purchases help us stay relevant and continue to service our client base in the best, most up-to-date manner possible. So, regarding equipment purchasing: should you lease, get a bank loan, or pay cash?
