Dr. Michaud is originally from Saskatchewan. He completed his Doctor of Chiropractic in Toronto at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College with an award in Clinical Radiology. He is certified in medical acupuncture through the Macmaster University Contemporary Medical Acupuncture program and is currently completing his residency in orthopedics with the Canadian Chiropractic Orthopedics Specialty (Canada).
Dr. Michaud is knowledgeable, caring, compassionate, dedicated and places his patients’ best interest at the forefront. He effectively diagnoses conditions/ailments affecting all areas of the body from knees and feet to the jaw and neck. With a particular interest in relieving headaches. His calculated approach to each patient’s condition is carefully constructed since we all have different needs and goals for recovery. The initial exam consists of a history, physical exam and a report of findings. Dr. Michaud’s initial assessment provides enough information to properly develop a unique treatment plan comprised of manual therapy, education and rehabilitative exercises for individuals to return to normal activities of daily living.
Dr. Michaud employs a diversified style of treatment and believes that an evidence-based approach to care is the best way to get people back on their feet and back in the game doing the things they love. He believes that it is imperative to collaborate together, along with family doctors and the entire health care team, to create a treatment plan that is realistic/achievable/attainable and produces results in the fastest and safest manner.
Dr. Steven Pederson was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. He attended the University of Regina where he received his Bachelor of Kinesiology. Following this, he obtained his Doctor of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in Toronto.
While growing up he participated in many sports including soccer, track, cross country, basketball and volleyball. With this background, Dr. Pederson became very experienced with athletes and sports-related injuries. During his time at CMCC, he had the opportunity to treat a variety of patients from all walks of life.
Dr. Pederson believes in an evidence-based approach in his practice by combining research with the values and beliefs of his patients to create an individualized treatment plan for them. He is a certified acupuncture provider through the McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture program, full body Active Release Techniques provider as well as a Canadian Red Cross First Responder.
He is committed to all his patient’s wellbeing while helping them achieve their physical goals through education and a variety of diversified manual techniques. These can include soft tissue therapies, acupuncture, adjustments and rehabilitation. When he is not in the clinic Dr. Pederson enjoys staying active through hiking, running, golfing and other recreational sports. He also enjoys playing the drums and catching the latest Calgary Flames game. He looks forward to treating the people of Olds and the surrounding areas.
