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CCA National Convention & Tradeshow Recap
The CCA was overjoyed to finally connect in-person in Montreal this fall for NCT’22. The weekend was filled with inspiring programs, special events, and a tradeshow exhibition. NCT ended with glitz and glam at our Le Jazz Hot gala and awards ceremony recognizing those individuals whose passion and dedication haveRead More
Advocating for the inclusion of chiropractors in the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program
“There is so much more we could be doing for Canadians in these communities” – Greg With graduation on the horizon, chiropractic students like Danika are grappling with the question of where to practice. “The debt I have accrued will impact where I decide to work and build my practice.Read More
Preparation and conditioning for skiing
Winter can be a splendid and enjoyable time of year, especially if you love outdoor activities like skiing. Commonly, muscles that work to internally rotate the hips are activated and engaged during skiing – key for maintaining balance and coordination1. A great way to condition the body and build muscleRead More
Shovel Light: Tips for Shoveling Snow During the Winter
During the winter months, snow shoveling can be a pain, considering that each shovelful of snow weighs about six pounds. That’s a lot of repetitive lifting, and wear and tear on your back. These back health tips will ease the hassle of clearing your driveway and help keep your backRead More
Chiropractic Approved Gift Guide
Holidays are just around the corner (and doesn’t it feel that way every year when Autumn rolls around?). Whether you’re shopping for a loved one (or yourself!), here are some gift suggestions that are chiropractor-approved! Massage gun – Wrapping, unwrapping. And repeat. Alongside the shoveling that comes with the winterRead More
Pre and Post Game Hockey Stretches
Hockey is a physically demanding sport and injuries can occur. Here are some stretches and tips to keep you on ice with your team this winter. Starting Out Invest in equipment, sticks and skates that suit your height and size. Be ‘head smart’ – wear your helmet with the cage,Read More
2022 CCA Award Winners
With the CCA Awards, the Canadian Chiropractic Association honors those few exceptional individuals whose passion, dedication and hard work have contributed to advancing the success of the chiropractic profession. In keeping with our mission to bring you inspired leadership by building a strong, engaged national chiropractic community, our objective isRead More
At Work Back Tips
Does your job find you sitting most of the day? While sitting seems restful, staying in any one position for long periods of time can cause strain and injury to your muscles, joints, tendons and ligaments. Sustained sitting can take a toll on your neck and lower back – steadyRead More
Falls Prevention
Anyone can fall, but the risk of slips and trips increases as you get older. Every year one in three Canadians over 65 will fall – often with serious consequences. Hip, wrist and pelvic fractures are common in this age group and can take a toll on independence and qualityRead More
Can Long COVID affect your musculoskeletal system?
Long COVID is an umbrella term used to describe both the acute COVID-19 infection and any residual post-COVID-19 symptoms that last longer than 4 weeks1 and are not explained by an alternative diagnosis. Just like the infectious period of COVID-19, the signs and symptoms of Long COVID are on a spectrum,Read More