Christmas shopping can really take a toll on your back and body. For those who struggle from the aches and pains in your back, neck and shoulders from all the standing in line and carrying heavy bags, we have come up with a few tips to help reduce and prevent pain this holiday season. 1. […]
The arrival of fall means cooler temperatures rather than sweltering heat, wearing comfy sweaters, smelling the crisp morning air, hearing the leaves under your fall boots, and putting firewood into the fireplace and watching the embers fall. But with the season change can also come intense back pain if you are not careful while raking […]
Drinking water and staying properly hydrated is key for optimal health and well-being. The recommended amount of water a person should drink each day is around 2 litres. Health professionals recommend having eight 8-ounce glasses of water, which equals out to approximately 2 litres. An easy way to remember how much water you should be […]
We all look forward to summer holidays, but there is one small problem with the holidays – parents don’t get any! This makes it difficult to keep your children engaged and active all summer without the help of school; which is why we have compiled a list of 10 things for your kids to do […]
The main concern when you or someone you know endures a concussion is what will it effect and will their brain function be different from before the concussion? Symptoms and recovery vary for everyone when a concussion occurs. Doing a baseline concussion test allows for pre and post-injury comparisons. The baseline test provides a safer […]
For new parents, their average day usually consists of their baby crying, the telephone ringing, and the dog barking all at the same time. Throughout the day new parents are also faced with physical demands that can be strenuous on the back and body such as lifting, feeding, comforting, bathing, etc. Many people think a […]
Why bring my baby to a chiropractor? Chiropractic baby adjustments?! To some people, this seems like a really foreign and strange idea, potentially even dangerous. Isn’t chiropractic just for back pain, and why would babies have back pain? What are chiropractic baby adjustments? What would make a mom seek out the help of a chiropractor […]
What Is Blue Monday? January 21st is known as the most depressing day of the year, being commonly referred to as ‘Blue Monday’. Monday is usually majority of people’s least favourite day of the week – reason being it is the first day back to work after a weekend of relaxation and free time which […]
What Is Deep Belly Breathing? Belly breathing, also known for it’s scientific name “diaphragmatic breathing”, is a breathing exercise that helps to strengthen your diaphragm and is a key component in meditation and yoga techniques. Practicing this type of breathing has many benefits and not only helps to strengthen your diaphragm but also uses less […]
What is a Pinched Nerve? A pinched nerve is when a nerve is irritated and/or forced against. Pinched nerves can occur in the neck, back, elbows, and wrists. However, it could happen to any part of the body. When you have a pinched nerve, your body sends a warning signal to your brain to indicate […]