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Thoughts on issues affecting the chiropractic practice, patients and profession.
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8 Ways to Put Your Best Foot Forward This Month
Date: November 23, 2016
The holiday season is fast approaching. People tend to fall out of their typical routines and their time turns more towards vacation days and time off from work. Whether you are travelling or staying at home for the season, you can still remain active, healthy, and safe. Things can getRead More
Beyond Adjustments: When Do Chiropractors Use Acupuncture?
Date: November 16, 2016
Acupuncture can be used to treat musculoskeletal (MSK)-related pain—an area where your chiropractor is an expert. Doctors of chiropractic assess conditions related to the muscular, skeletal and nervous systems, and they are qualified to diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders and dysfunctions related to the musculoskeletal system. Acupuncture is just oneRead More
Veteran Spotlight | A Look into Polytrauma
Date: November 9, 2016
A 73-year-old Canadian Armed Forces Veteran walked into his chiropractor’s office with low back pain and chronic pain in his left knee and hip and his right shoulder. He developed these from long hours spent in a military helicopter. Just like this patient’s story, musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries among military personnelRead More
Going Beyond the Adjustment | Soft Tissue Therapy
Date: November 2, 2016
When you think about going to the chiropractor, you might envision a chiropractic adjustment. In addition to the adjustment, your chiropractor can do much more to help relieve specific types of pain or conditions while also improving how you move and function. One common tool is soft tissue therapy, whichRead More
5 Things You Should Know About Concussions
Date: October 26, 2016
Participating in sports is a great way to stay active and in some sports, a level of physical contact is required. However, this physical contact can sometimes result in injury. Although we hope that you are able to play safely, concussions are a common traumatic brain injury that can occurRead More
Sleep Ergonomics | Wake Up Pain-Free and Energized
Date: October 19, 2016
Getting a good night’s sleep is something many of us struggle with. Sometimes, it is difficult to relax or our sleep gets disrupted. Getting enough sleep is important for more than just functioning throughout the day; it also has a major impact on our health. Sleep plays an essential biologicalRead More
Straighten Up and Move this Year for World Spine Day!
Date: October 12, 2016
We spend a lot of time in the same position: sitting. Whether working at your desk, driving in your car, eating at the table or simply watching TV, sitting in the same position for long periods of time may increase your risk of lower back pain and other musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. The keyRead More
A chiropractor can change your pain to build a healthier you
Date: October 5, 2016
When you’ve got a lot on the go, personal goals can get lost in the shuffle. Between work, kids, commuting, cooking, and housework, it can be hard to find the time for your personal health and fitness. Chiropractors can be part of the solution to building a healthier you. YouRead More
How chiropractic care can help frequent headaches
Date: September 28, 2016
Headaches are a common inconvenience for many Canadians. They can seemingly strike at any time. Nearly 90 percent of women and about 70 percent of men will get a tension headache during their lifetime, while 37 percent of women and 21 percent of men experience them regularly. Most believe theRead More
5 Ways Exercise Can Help Your Chiropractic Treatment
Date: September 21, 2016
When you visit your chiropractor, do you ever think of the full array of skills and knowledge your chiropractor can offer? Chiropractors are extensively trained in the assessment, diagnosis, prevention, and management of MSK conditions. To help relieve pain and dysfunction, joint manipulation is only one of many tools chiropractorsRead More