Vernon Chiropractic and Massage
Experience over 25 years of dedicated, science-based chiropractic and massage therapy at Vernon Chiropractic and Massage. Led by Dr. Michael Salmon, a proud Vernon native, our clinic offers personalized care for patients of all ages—from infants to seniors. We go beyond temporary pain relief, focusing on long-term wellness through evidence-based adjustments, patient education, and genuine partnership in your health journey.
Our unique approach integrates Registered Massage Therapy with chiropractic care, offering a complimentary warm-up massage before every adjustment to enhance results. We treat a wide range of conditions, including back and neck pain, headaches, sciatica, sports injuries, and postural issues. Whether you need acute injury recovery, preventive maintenance, or support for age-related mobility, our team provides compassionate, comprehensive care in a welcoming environment.
We make visiting easy with same-day appointments when available, free parking, and direct billing for most private insurance plans, as well as ICBC and WCB claims. Join a community that values trust, clear communication, and lasting vitality. Contact us today to take the next step toward moving better and living pain-free.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-17h
- tuesday: 9h-17h
- wednesday: 9h-17h
- thursday: 9h-17h
- friday: 9h-17h
- saturday: (closed)
Our comment from PhysioFinder.net about Vernon Chiropractic and Massage:
A legacy of trust and holistic care
With over 25 years of experience, Vernon Chiropractic and Massage has established itself as a cornerstone of health in the community. Led by Dr. Michael Salmon, the clinic offers a unique blend of chiropractic adjustments and therapeutic massage, aiming not just to treat acute symptoms but to build long-term vitality. The team emphasizes a holistic approach, empowering patients with the knowledge to maintain their health proactively, making it a preferred choice for families, athletes, and seniors alike.
Personalized attention and patient education
Patients consistently highlight the exceptional level of personal care they receive. Reviews describe Dr. Salmon as a skilled listener who takes the time to explain conditions in understandable terms, fostering a sense of confidence and partnership. This dedication to education and genuine concern for well-being transforms the clinical experience into a supportive journey. Many long-term patients note that they feel like more than just a number, but rather individuals whose unique health goals are respected and prioritized.
Exceptional massage therapy and skilled practitioners
Complementing the chiropractic services, the massage therapy team receives widespread acclaim for their professionalism and expertise. Therapists such as Jamie Cawston, Sarah Leslie, and Cory Suastegui are frequently praised for their ability to adapt techniques to individual needs, providing significant relief and relaxation. The pre-adjustment warm-up massage is particularly noted for helping patients unwind and preparing them effectively for their chiropractic care, enhancing the overall treatment experience.
A welcoming environment and dedicated support staff
The clinic’s reputation is further strengthened by its front desk and administrative team, who are described as kind, patient, and incredibly helpful. Patients appreciate the staff's willingness to accommodate scheduling changes and assist with insurance and billing inquiries, creating a seamless and hassle-free visit. The warm, plant-filled environment and the friendly demeanor of the entire team contribute to a welcoming atmosphere that puts patients at ease from the moment they arrive.
Vernon Chiropractic and Massage: Reviews
Reviews are the opinions of their authors. We do not verify that the author was a customer.
Reviews on Google
4,8 out of 5 from 64 reviews
Fantastic experience:
Negative experience: Dr Salmon has no respect for his clients. He is often 15 minutes to half an hour late. My daughter will be going to a different chiropractor.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We understand that people’s time is valuable, and we take concerns about appointment wait times seriously.
There are occasions when we do run behind schedule, particularly when an unexpected situation or urgent patient need requires additional time. We also sometimes need to slow down and spend more time with patients who are experiencing new or significant mobility issues. While these situations can occasionally affect our schedule, we understand that waiting can still be frustrating, and we appreciate our patients’ patience and understanding when this happens.
Because we respect the privacy of our patients, we can’t discuss individual appointments or circumstances publicly. We would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly, better understand what happened, and address your concerns.
Please feel free to contact our office so we can discuss this with you privately.
Fantastic experience: Appreciate Dr Salmon and staff. Always friendly and I always feel better
Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Dr. Salmon on and off for 19 years. On and off only because we've moved around a ton. But every time we come back, he is who we see. He is a great listener, always has a story or 5 to share (making him very personable), and he is flexible in using the technique best for your system. But Dr. Salmon is only 50% of why we go to Vernon Chiropractic and Massage. The ladies at the front desk are my favorite. They are kind, patient, and will always try to squeeze you in when you're in rough shape.
Fantastic experience: So, i was already seeing Corey for Massage and we decided i should check in with Dr Salmon after certain areas were not recovering. Dr Salmon is . He made me feel completely at ease. He is honest and up front and is able to explain things in a VERY understandable way. Like "I" understand whats going on. He was able to provide significant relief at my first visit and it has continued into subsequent visits. Such an easy to get along with personality. I told him at my last visit that "I leave here feeling healed physically AND mentally!" Definitely a professional/master of his art. So grateful for the life changing pain relief this team has provided. Right from walking in the door!
Fantastic experience: The team at Vernon Chiropractic and Massage is not your every day customer service. I have been going here for years and there has not been one time of a poor customer experience. From the time you enter the door to see the lovely team of Riley and Denise and then you’re welcome and taken to your room with a lovely massage ( I can’t temper the lovely assistant’s name! ) and then Dr. Salmon making his entrance and providing welcome relief; Both comedic and physical! He is such a kind, knowledgeable, and beautiful human being. He knows his craft and is one of the best chiropractors I’ve had in my life. I’ve also had the pleasure of Massage performed by Jamie and Cory. Both of their services are incredible! I know exactly how to heal me once I let them know where my pain is. The professionalism and expertise is beyond your normal massage therapy. Do yourself a favor… Don’t walk run to Vernon Chiropractic and Massage and have a very healing time there!!!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Salmon is a fantastic chiropractor. Super personable and easy to talk to. I came in with hip issues that had me hunched over like a 100 year old and literally got me jumping for joy :p His staff is also amazing, friendly, and accomadating. I probably change my appointment time 50% of the time and they suit my schedule without batting an eye. Also the massive plants in there are how you know this place is really a gem. Will be coming back as long as they let me ;)
Fantastic experience: The staff are so lovely and kind. Excellent treatment and patient care. I feel so much better after I see massage and Chiro.
Fantastic experience: Best massage and chiro in town always a good experience
Fantastic experience: This was a top-notch experience. In all my years, I have NEVER experienced a chiropractor who was so skilled at the whole patient experience. It was a totally superb experience from start to finish. I will be with Dr Salmon for the rest of my life - no question about that. I think I will try to visit a couple of times a year just for a checkup. He immediately found a few small issues in seconds that I didn't even know I had until he told me about them. And he was totally right! I loved the experience!
Fantastic experience: Best Chiropractor in town! Dr.Salmon will make sure you are well taken care of and you will leave feeling better than when you walked in! The RMT's are also so friendly, highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Excellent staff, friendly, patient, and focused on wellbeing; they're the best chiropractor office in town. Dr. Salmon has helped fix a couple issues over the years caused by mountain biking and lifting. Each time he's given me all the background info I need to not only fix the issue but also to prevent future injury. Visits have been very effective.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this office! Dr Mike is by far the best chiropractor I've ever been to. He truely cares about the health and wellbeing of each of his patients. He goes above and beyond. He is the only chiropractor that can give me the results I need to feel better.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Salmon is an amazing chiropractor! He is friendly and professional, as well as extremely skilled. I have been the beneficiary of his incredible adjustments on numerous occasions throughout the years. Highly recommended for anyone seeking top-notch chiropractic care!
Fantastic experience: I feel very fortunate to have found Dr. Salmon, and the massage therapy team at Vernon chiropractic & massage. The reception staff are very professional, friendly and provide compassionate & exceptional service! Dr Salmon is an expert in his field and really takes the time to listen, to answer questions and address any concerns that you have. He has a very holistic approach to pt care which i appreciate. Kalia my massage therapist is very client focussed and takes the time to listen to what my body issues are. She is great at making adaptations during treatment. Love her home care suggestions too. This is a quality "team" practice and has been an ongoing part of my disability and rehab regime.
Fantastic experience: Great place for a massage!!! Highly recommended
Fantastic experience: Great place and very nice people
Fantastic experience: Jamie is an amazing RMT, incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Very personable and easy to talk with, makes me very comfortable! I always book her:)
Fantastic experience: Jamie is the best! Explains everything well and super knowledgeable. She is also very friendly and easy to talk to.
Fantastic experience: I would recommend any practitioner at this clinic. Especially Jamie Cawston. She has been in the industry for nearly 15 years and it shows. She is one of the kindest people I know. Her professionalism and gift for facilitating healing are next level. As an RMT myself and an educator of RMTs-to-be, I have seen hundreds of practitioners and still Jamie remains at the top of my list!
Fantastic experience: Everything is amazing at this clinic. From the moment you call to make an appointment, you are treated with respect and care. There have been many times that reception/ administration have spent time with me clearing up issues with my benefits providers (before my providers decided to upgrade into the ease of direct billing). I have been a client of Dr. Salmon's for just over 20 years and my three children have seen him since they were born; I attribute their easy temperaments to his dedication to keeping their bodies aligned as they grew!! I trust his treatment, judgements, and recommendations completely. Everyone I have referred to him tell me that they are extremely pleased with his service and have continued to go to him. The massage therapists are incredibly well trained, not only through their certified programs, but also taking many additional courses in specialized areas. Personally, my massage needs are extensive and complicated due to multiple abdominal surgeries, internal trauma, and work-related CPTSD, each causing physical pain throughout my muscles and nervous system. The RMT(s) work together to stay informed of my progress so that anyone could cover if my main RMT is on holidays and I do not have to miss much needed therapy. Thank you Tara, Cindy, Sarah, and Jamie! Without this group, I would not be able to make it through a day!
Negative experience: Watch out for their massage therapists especially Jamie Cawston. She will insists for you to take your necklace off, and she will put it on a tissue safely on her desk then say it has gone missing. Her massage also wasn’t good. It’s either too rough or too soft.
We were saddened to hear your necklace was misplaced after visiting our clinic recently. After your phone call to inform us it was missing, Jamie and staff searched the room and clinic thoroughly. We understand the sentimental value it holds and sincerely hope that you find it.
It is general policy for massage therapists to recommend clients take off jewelry to prevent potential damage from massage oils. Our clinic is currently reviewing policies surrounding client’s valuables and welcome your input.
Fantastic experience: Love the team at Vernon Chiro!!! Dr Salmon has been amazing in my healing journey. If it wasn't for him I would be in so much pain. He is so great with my kid as well when she comes in with me !!! We love coming here as he is focused on getting me better and I don't feel like another number in a file or just another client he truly cares for his patients !!
Fantastic experience: I see Tara H for massage, and she is absolutely amazing at what she does! She’s very attentive and checks in on your comfort throughout the treatment and adjusts accordingly. She listens to your concerns and keeps notes on previous treatments, and checks in, which very few RMTs seem to do! It’s really helpful for someone with chronic pain/injuries to know you’re being followed closely by a provider. She has a wealth of knowledge and a calm demeanour and is an overall gem of a human! Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: I would like to say “Thanks!” to The Vernon Chiropractic and Massage Team! All staff are friendly, helpful and very professional. Dr. Michael Salmon, Cory Suastegui and Cindy Posivak helped me to recover from the accident in a very short time. I got all the answers and explanation to my questions, which helped me to understand how my recovery will go. I recommend this team to everyone who is looking for an amazing Chiropractor and Massage therapists!
Fantastic experience: I can't rave enough about Dr. Michael salmon and Cory Suastegui at Vernon Chiropractic and Massage. If you are looking for an amazing chiropractor and Massage therapist, look no further. The care and attention you receive, is second to none. Not only did they squeeze me in when I could barely stand, but Dr. Salmon had me more mobile with significantly less pain after one session. I am so extremely thankful to both of these gentleman. They are both so incredible at what they do. The two ladies at the front desk are also so extremely helpful and kind. If I could give them ten stars, I would.
Fantastic experience: I am so lucky and happy to found this place. Dr. Salmon is the kindest doctor. Stuffs are very friendly and helpful.Massage is also amazing.
Fantastic experience: I've been seeing Dr. Salmon on and off for several years. He has always been so great to work with whenever I needed an adjustment. He and his entire staff are so friendly. On another note Sarah Leslie, one of the massage therapists, has been incredible! I saw several RMT's before meeting Sarah and she was the first one to make any effort to make a plan to work with me to get me back in tip top shape. She is so sweet and goes above and beyond to make sure I'm feeling relaxed and comfortable. 10/10 would definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: I was lucky enough to be exposed to the talents of both of these practitioners. They are a one stop shop for all of your aches and pains. They will provide you with the tools to change your life for the long term. 10/10 recommend
Fantastic experience: My ankle has been bugging me for about 4 yrs and never thought to go to a chiropractor. Wish I had seen Michael sooner feels great now!!!
Fantastic experience: Friendly and very professional!!!
Fantastic experience: Very friendly and helpful staff! Dr. Salmon is knowledgeable and understanding, and the pre-adjustment massage really helps you relax and loosen up.
Fantastic experience: Michael has really helped me with my sciatic pain, seriously! My back used to go out every couple months but now it's only once a year and that's only when I havent been keeping up with my maintenance
Fantastic experience: I was experiencing ongoing pain in my lower back, hips, legs, and ankles and my husband suggested that I see Dr. Salmon for chiropractic care. I have been overwhelmed with the positive changes that starting care has brought. Dr. Salmon takes the time to really help me understand what is happening in my body, what he can do to help, and also what I can do to help myself! I feel empowered by this new knowledge and outlook and especially the positive encouragement from Dr. Salmon and the entire staff at Vernon Chiropractic. It has opened my eyes to a whole new world of self care! I am deeply appreciative of these amazing and caring professionals--office staff, chiropractic assistants, chiropractors, and massage therapists! I am very excited to continue on my wellness journey! Making my first appointment was one of the best things I've ever done for myself. Thank you Vernon Chiropractic and Massage!
Fantastic experience: Highly suggested! Great staff and service! Dr. Salmon is AMAZING!!
Fantastic experience: Overall I feel confident that I will get better efficiently so as I can get back to normal life and work. Thank you Bonnie
Fantastic experience: I just had 2 weeks pain free for the first time in 40 years. Great Dr and staff
Fantastic experience: Got an appointment here and all staff very professional and dr explained everything and answered every question. Total got me moving. This will be tge place I will be going to for all my chiropractic needs.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Sam and he is an excellent chiropractor with lots of knowledge and a caring demeanor. Cory the registered massage therapist is also very caring and friendly! They have helped me tremendously with a car accident recovery! Thank you! ❤️
Fantastic experience: I love this clinic, the staff are always kind and welcoming. Dr. Salmon is great and very knowledgeable. Thanks VCM!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Salmon and the team at VCM have done so much for me as I work towards increased physical health and overall mobility. I didn't realize how much undue pain I was living with! Feeling fantastic is my new normal and I can't thank or recommend VCM enough!
Fantastic experience: Fabulous experience and results! Some years ago I suffered a soft tissue injury and thought "suck it up"...nothing broken/give it time. However, it has continued to bother me, and although somewhat improved, still negatively affects me on a daily basis. Recently, with an offer of a free consultation, I met with Dr Salmon. After 3 treatments, the improvement is tremendous; I believe a few more treatments will make me completely pain free, and fully mobile as I should be. Who knew!! I have never been to chiro before now, and with a multitude of others' bad experiences in memory, I was somewhat skeptical. However, I'd encourage you to meet with him if you have back or torso problems (ribs, etc). I've no doubt you'll have a far better understanding of your condition, and perhaps even the same wonderful results as I've experienced under his care and attention. Good luck!
Fantastic experience: It is a very friendly place and they do great work
Fantastic experience: Always feel better after my visits here.
Fantastic experience: They are amazing I have not felt better !!!!
Fantastic experience: Great staff! !
Fantastic experience: Very friendly and Dr Salmon spends so much time and gave me such an understanding of
Fantastic experience: Fantastic reception, great warm up message and Dr Salmon takes the time to learn about you. He is very kind and honest.
Fantastic experience: Friendly staff and welcoming environment
Fantastic experience: Been going there to see Dr. Michael Salmon since my accident in 2006. He had to work to regain my trust since the last chiropractor I saw was a real jerk. He did, and he's been amazing ever since. Always enjoy my chats with him, and he always knows just the right remedy for my aching body. I also go there to see Tim Craven, who, while he can be very mean to you (in a good way), he's really just a big teddy bear. He'll work out any muscles that want to get out of line.
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