Martinson Health

It all began on August 16, 2006 with a corporate filing at AMA, a lease from Knaut Johnson, some files and furniture from Dr. Dieslissen, a phone number and some loyal folks who figured they’d stick around to give the new guy a shot. Not many know the story of how I ended up back in Camrose:

I was in the library at college in Dallas, TX when I saw a girl walk by out of the corner of my eye, wearing a UofC sweatshirt. I went over to her to find out if she was a fellow Canadian. As it turned out, she was also from Camrose! Thanks to Jaime (and Joe) Mohan for setting the wheels in motion to connect me with an opportunity here in my home town.

Throughout the years, there have been so many people who I couldn’t have made it without. So many clients I actually can’t name here. *All* my current and past staff, now numbering too many to list on an Instagram caption but no less meaningful. A few notable public thank-you’s to my wife Erin; Amanda Schmidt, Sherry Cardiff, Michelle Gartner, Barb Lesser, Lana Hennig, Larry Johnson, David Francouer, Marty McPhee, and Greg Stewart.

I suppose it was fitting that I spent a good part of the day today in the clinic with power tools and a paint roller. I’d like to express gratitude to all who have been part of this journey.

Here’s a cheesy ai image to mark the milestone! 😝

Jordyn has finished her Classical program! 🎉 She’s got her space all ready for 1:1 sessions. Currently we have limited enrolment so call the office to book!

Between the updated canopy, new concrete / rock landscaping, and the flowers tended by Carissa and Kim, the clinic at 51st Street has never looked better!

Arthritis in the spine is common—especially as we age. But here’s a key point to remember: Many people with significant “wear and tear” on imaging have little to no pain.

Pain is less about the presence of arthritis, and more about the overall health of the system it exists in. Things like physical activity, sleep, nutrition, stress, and our beliefs about pain all influence whether those structural changes become meaningful. This is good news—because much of what drives symptoms is modifiable.

helps—but not because it “fixes” strength deficits or improves core stability. It helps because it builds a more adaptable, resilient, and well-functioning system.

And while doesn’t mean a life of pain is inevitable, we have to acknowledge when joint changes are more advanced, pain can be more likely, and additional support (including things like medication, injections, and even surgery) can be appropriate.

However, if we focus on improving overall health and the capacity of our system, we often improve too

We are still open at 51st Street! The old red shale is going, so pardon the interruption for a few days!