Chiropractor for Salt Spring & the Gulf Islands
If you live on Salt Spring, Pender, Mayne, Galiano or Saturna, Saanichton Chiropractic Group is the closest full clinic to the Swartz Bay ferry terminal, about 15 minutes down the Pat Bay Highway. Many of our patients come over from the islands, and we plan their care around the ferry, not the other way around.
An easy trip from the ferry
Most island trips into town already pass our door on Highway 17. From the Swartz Bay terminal:
- Drive: about 15 minutes south on the Pat Bay Highway to the Saanichton exit
- Parking: free parking in our private rear lot off Island View Road, with an elevator up to the clinic
- Without a car: BC Transit buses and taxis run from the terminal. Ask us and we can help you plan the timing
- Where we are: #203 – 6981 East Saanich Road, in Saanichton village. See the clinic and both entrances.
Booked around your sailing
A ferry day is a long day, so we try to make every trip count:
- Appointments that fit the schedule. Tell us which sailing you’re on and we’ll find a time that works with it, whether that’s after a morning boat or before an afternoon one.
- Several appointments in one trip. Book chiropractic and massage, or chiropractic and athletic therapy, back to back so you get more done in one visit.
- Ferry running late? Call us. We understand when a sailing is delayed, full or cancelled, and we’ll fit you in later in the day where we can or rebook you.
- Home care to take back with you. You’ll leave with a clear plan and exercises, so the work keeps going between visits.
Care that’s hard to find on the islands
Islanders often come to us for care they can’t easily get closer to home:
- Sport chiropractic with Dr. Mike Hadbavny, team chiropractor for Pacific FC and the Victoria Grizzlies
- Shockwave therapy for stubborn tendon problems like plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow and Achilles pain
- Athletic therapy for injury rehab and return to sport
- Registered Massage Therapy and Osteopathic Manual Therapy under the same roof
- Accident and work injury care, with direct billing to ICBC and WorkSafeBC
Not sure which you need? Start with a chiropractic assessment and we’ll build one plan across the team. See all our services or the conditions we treat.
Looking for massage? See Registered Massage Therapy for Gulf Islands patients.
Coverage and billing
Island patients are covered exactly the same way as everyone else. We direct bill most extended health plans, ICBC and WorkSafeBC, so in most cases you won’t need to submit anything yourself. See fees and direct billing.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the clinic from the Swartz Bay ferry?
About 15 minutes by car, straight down the Pat Bay Highway to Saanichton.
What if my ferry is late or cancelled?
Call us at 250 223 0200 as soon as you know. We understand last-minute changes caused by the ferry and will fit you in later in the day where we can or move your appointment.
Can I book more than one appointment on the same day?
Yes. Many island patients book chiropractic and massage, or chiropractic and athletic therapy, back to back. Let us know your sailing times when you book and we’ll line them up.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly online or by phone.
Do you see patients from all the Gulf Islands?
Yes. We see patients from Salt Spring, Pender, Mayne, Galiano and Saturna, as well as Sidney, North Saanich and the rest of the Peninsula.
Ready to book in Saanichton?
Open 6 days a week, 8:00am – 6:00pm. Direct billing to most extended health plans, ICBC and WorkSafeBC.