Dr. Colin Johnston
(DC, BKin, FR®, Acupuncture)
Dr. Johnston grew up in Calgary, graduating from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. He then relocated to Toronto where he successfully completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and received training in Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture through Canadian Memorial Canadian Chiropractic College before returning to Calgary in 2016.
Dr. Johnston uses an evidence-based approach to diagnosing and treating various neuro-musculoskeletal conditions of the spine and extremities. Dr. Johnston is a diversified chiropractic practitioner who utilizes a combination of spinal and extremity manipulations, various soft tissue therapy techniques, Acupuncture, and rehabilitative exercises to manage both acute and chronic injuries.
A former international competitor in competitive lifeguarding, Dr. Johnston developed a passion for rehab and health and wellness. As a result of his work with swimmers and personal injuries, Dr. Johnston has developed a special interest in the management of shoulder and upper body injuries.
In his free time, Dr. Johnston enjoys getting out on the weekends to do back-country hiking and camping with his dog, Toller. Several large adventures, such as hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro, Berg Lake, and this coming year, the West Coast Trail have led him to do education talks on hiking and injury prevention with MEC, CORE, The Ramblers, and the Calgary Alpine Club.