evolve Success Stories

Throughout the years, many of our patients have experienced wonderful results here at evolve and have shared their story of personal healing. Below are just a few of these stories. If you would like to share your story, click here.

I don’t think winning any amount of money would have felt as good as regaining movement in my left side that day

I was born with a mild form of cerebral palsy, the result of which has left the toes on my left foot completely paralysed and the fingers on my left hand with limited movement. All my life, I had not been able to move my left pinky independently from my other fingers. While I tried to seek help a few times, I was always told by doctors that there was nothing they could do and to "learn to live with it".

Last year, at the age of 34, my friends and family recommended I see Dr. Rahim. I had never been to a chiropractor before and didn’t know what to expect. Dr. Rahim listened attentively and began care. The next thing I knew, to my utter astonishment, I was moving my left pinky! I couldn’t believe my own eyes! I immediately started screaming and jumping up and down as though I’d won the lottery.

Truthfully, I don’t think winning any amount of money would have felt as good as regaining movement in my left side that day. Since then, my left side has been getting stronger and stronger. I can even move my left toes a little now am enjoying drinking the tea I carry into the living room with my left hand! Thank you Dr. Rahim.

– D. Jurcic

We have been successful in reducing not only the number of migraines experienced but their severity.

I suffer routinely from migraines. With the help of Dr. Chamberlain and Dr. Parmar we have, in a few short months, been successful in reducing not only the number of migraines experienced but their severity. The combination of chiropractic work, acupuncture and naturopathic care has made this possible and we continue to work towards total health and hormonal balance in my life and cycles. Thank you!

- V Smythe

They've inspired me to take responsibility for my health and I feel better than ever!

The practitioners at evolve Nurturing Vitality provide a holistic approach to treatment that really works for me. The combination of treatment, encouragement, and moral support give me both the tools and the motivation to work towards healing. They've inspired me to take responsibility for my health and I feel better than ever! Thanks!

– T. Shubat

I would like to thank Dr. Rahim for making my life "migraine free".

Through her care, my migraines have disappeared and I am living without any of the pain or debilitation associated with having migraines.

– Dianne

After 4-5 short treatment sessions with Dr. Chamberlain, my daughter’s ear fluid had been completely drained, and an updated audiology exam indicated normal hearing, whereby I could cancel our surgery!

I am pleased to commend Dr. Chamberlain, and the entire team at evolve Nurturing Vitality. My 5 year old daughter was scheduled to have tympanostomy tubes surgically placed into her ears, as a result of a mild conductive hearing loss (i.e. fluid in her ears). I had never considered the possibility of chiropractic care/treatment for this condition, until a friend spoke to this as a viable remedy. Dr. Chamberlain’s kind, compassionate and friendly demeanor immediately put my daughter at ease.

After 4-5 short treatment sessions, my daughter’s ear fluid had been completely drained, and an updated audiology exam indicated normal hearing, whereby I could cancel our surgery! I was thrilled beyond words, and I cannot express how thankful I am to Dr. Chamberlain for believing and helping us avoid an intrusive surgical procedure. I can only hope to educate others about our experience, with the goal of having accessibility to non-intrusive interventions through the fabulous team at evolve Nurturing Vitality.

- Mother of a happy 5 year old daughter

One day I watched as my granddaughter was treated and could see that she actually enjoyed her session. I decided then that I would give it a try. Seeing Giselle has been one of my best decisions!

I have suffered with severe fibromyalgia and osteoporosis for over 12 years. I have used pain medication, exercise & “the power of positive thinking”, but nothing really helped, except in the short term. I had never considered chiropractic treatment because, to be honest, I was afraid of someone manipulating my spine, especially someone who didn’t understand my conditions. However, my daughter has been treated at evolve for a number of years, including through her pregnancy, and my three year old daughter has always had treatment, too.

One day I watched as my granddaughter was treated and could see that she actually enjoyed her session. I decided then that I would give it a try. That has been one of my best decisions! Giselle has helped more than I can say because of her knowledge, understanding and gentle technique. The pain and stiffness, while not completely gone, have been eased considerably and I know that relief is only a treatment away. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending evolve Nurturing Vitality to anyone who is looking for friendly, competent and professional treatment.

-D. E. Alston

I have never been healthier and happier!

5 years ago, I came to Shamira with left shoulder pain that threatened to limit or end my activities as a musician. Not only did Dr. Rahim fix the specific shoulder problem, she identified and helped me correct underlying causes for various aches and pains I had come to accept as part of being a grown-up. With the addition of acupuncture to fine tune the nervous system, the team at evolve Nurturing Vitality has become part of my regular health care routine. I have never been healthier and happier!

– T. McPherson

I am feeling better about the symptoms and Dr. Parmar's skills allowed him to identify something that all my previous western Doctors did not.

Dr. Parmar was recommended to me a few months ago, and within this short time he has been able to accurately diagnose (PCOS) and treat me.  This is something I am very grateful for as I am feeling better about the symptoms and Dr. Parmar's skills allowed him to identify something that all my previous western Doctors did not.  In fact within this last year I spent over $1000 in laser-hair removal treatment for my grossest symptom, this laser treatment was administered by same Doctor who saw me regularly as my family Doctor.  Within 2 weeks of taking Dr. Parmar's natural herbs and seeds protocol this symptom was resolved.  I would like to also add that while recently I had a medical emergency involving going to the hospital via ambulance, Dr. Parmar gave excellent phone support during this time.  In conclusion; Dr. Parmar is a wonderful human-being, very knowledgeable, very kind, one of those rare people that make the world a better place.

Shamira's approach to partnership in my wellbeing has always been holistic and empowering.

5 years ago a series of emotional disasters and the inherent overload of stress landed me, at the recommendation of a friend, in the office of Dr. Shamira Rahim, Chiropractor, in tears. I was unable to sleep, concentrate or make decisions. I was completely depleted and in constant pain and discomfort in my upper back, shoulders and neck.

Shamira has demonstrated, since the moment I met her, an uncanny intuitive ability to read my emotional state, and a calm, practical and confidence inspiring manner in dealing with my physical state. After an initial intensive treatment period, my condition quickly improved, along with my general state of health. Regular tune-ups and her innate positive energy help keep me in great shape and she accepts with great humour my occassional best efforts to undo all her work on the ski hill.

Shamira's approach to partnership in my wellbeing has always been holistic and empowering. I have come to regard her as my wellbeing cheerleader and friend.

– D. McCubbing

Dr. Parmar maximizes my treatment plan through careful and patient-centric consideration.

Dr. Parmar's approach is a welcome change. Unlike other naturopathic doctors that I have seen in the past, Dr. Parmar maximizes my treatment plan through careful and patient-centric consideration. Even with a very limited budget, Dr. Parmar treats me as a patient who deserves the best.

–Sue

I continue to enjoy a pain free work life as well as bike riding, hiking, downhill skiing and riding my horse.

Before my first treatment with Dr. Rahim, I suffered intermittant neck and back pain, pain in my right knee and pain in my left hip especially upon retiring at night. Thanks to Dr. Rahim's chiropractic treatments including prescription orthotics, I continue to enjoy a pain free work life as well as bike riding, hiking, downhill skiing and riding my horse.

– J. McKee RN, BScN 63 years young

Giselle seeks out that which ails you, and approaches the problem with logic and care. Take the first step . . . you will not regret it!

As an athlete, I had played both hockey and rugby with disdain to my personal well-being. I suffered numerous "injuries" back in the day, the most significant being a fracture of C3 and C4, from which doctors prescribed a sedentary life, limiting me to everything other than walking to the couch. Not being one to accept their diagnosis, I pushed myself through various activities with the same zeal I had given to my original pursuits. I ski, I bike the shore, and kayak as well as coach midget hockey. I had accepted pain as a part of my life, yet refused to allow it to dictate my existence.

The pain increased exponentially and after many years of "soldiering through it," I approached Dr. Chamberlain's office after having exhausted my trust in the standard treatments as physio and prescriptions had left me daunted. Giselle quickly dispelled my angst, explaining all of the options that lay before me. There was no negativity aimed at the other methods that I had tried, only the extension of a willingness to work with me to alleviate the barriers that had left me experiencing pain on a daily basis.

I began the road to full recovery almost immediately, discovering ranges of motion that I had forgot existed. I am so glad that I walked through the door that day. It has been said that through hard work comes personal satisfaction and Giselle personifies this believe. She seeks out that which ails you, and approaches the problem with logic and care. Take the first step . . . you will not regret it!

– D. Hillis

I feel stronger, healthier and free of those daily aches and pains that I now can't believe I thought were a normal part of everyday life

It has been nine months since my first appointment with Shamira and the changes in my body and in my life are astounding. The swelling around my knee from a car accident 17 years ago has finally gone down. I am playing tennis, working out regularly, and living in a way that is much more in line with my age, interests and passions. I feel stronger, healthier and free of those daily aches and pains that I now can't believe I thought were a normal part of everyday life. All of these changes have resulted in me feeling happier and more excited about the direction of my future health and well-being.

– K.Thomas

Thanks to the "Team" at evolve Nurturing Vitality who have been such a wonderful help on my journey

I am very grateful to Dr. Shamira Rahim and the "Team". They have truly changed my life. Given me a chance at a better quality of life, and I know they will continue to support me as I get stronger and evolve. Their healing synergy is exceptional.

– H. Kuhn, Medical Technician

I am constantly recommending her services to anyone I think can benefit from her skills

I have been a patient of chiropractics for over 30 years and have been to many practitioners as I moved back and forth across Canada. I started treatments with Dr. Rahim in the late ‘90s and have enjoyed our sessions very much. She is informative and attentive to all my concerns, and always has very helpful advice so that I might be more pro-active in my care. As well, she is constantly upgrading her knowledge which shows a strong dedication to the practice and her patients, and a sincere interest in her profession. I am constantly recommending her services to anyone I think can benefit from her skills.

- Another Happy Client

I leave an appointment with her feeling physically better and emotionally stronger.

Shamira does more than adjust my pelvis, ribs and neck, although she’s amazingly good at that. Somehow, she adjusts my attitude. About everything. I have more stress in my life than when I began visits, yet somehow I’m handling it better. I leave an appointment with her feeling physically better and emotionally stronger. Plus she’s just out-and-out nice.

– S. Fitterman

I consider Dr. Rahim to be so much more than a Chiropractor

In the two years that I have been seeing Dr. Rahim, she has been the catalyst for many, many positive changes in my life. The wellness care that she and her team at evolve Nurturing Vitality provide is always intuitive, insightful, caring, supportive, and above all, effective. With their focus on wellness and preventative treatment, I have begun to more fully nurture my own physical and emotional wellness, bringing a new sense of balance, health, strength and peace to my life, my relationships, and my career. I consider Dr. Rahim to be so much more than a Chiropractor – she is a mentor, motivational speaker, sage advisor, counsellor, cheerleader, and a person I admire and respect greatly.

– L. Thomas

Since starting treatment at evolve Nurturing Vitality, I have noticed vast improvements in how my body feels

Having been a passenger in seven car accidents, I had grown accustomed to having back, neck and hip pain – I couldn't hold any position for long without getting sore and having to adjust my body. I had to bring a pillow with me to the movie theatre to support my lower back, and I had resigned myself to the fact that I would never be able to realize my dream of becoming a runner.

Over the years I'd seen various chiropractors, massage therapists and craniosacral therapists yet still felt achy much of the time. When I started seeing Shamira two years ago, she began to undo the long-standing damage that had resulted from the car accidents. During each appointment, Shamira quickly recognizes what's going on with me on a holistic level and she is able to provide just what I need. the physical adjustments always bring relief, but equally healing have been the insights, advice, understanding and words of encouragement that Shamira shares with me during our visits. She is deeply intuitive and definitely has a gift for healing others.

Since starting treatment at evolve Nurturing Vitality, I have noticed vast improvements in how my body feels; I'm no longer achy most of the time and I can leave the pillow behind when I go see a movie. I've even become a runner, and it feels great!

– S.Thomas

Without hesitation, I will recommend they see Dr. Chamberlain particularly when I feel there is an emotional restriction that is manifesting as a physical one.