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I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome and began researching on the internet for anyway I could get any relief from my symptoms. A co-worker of mine re...
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I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome and began researching on the internet for anyway I could get any relief from my symptoms. A co-worker of mine re...
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To Adjust, or Not to Adjust
31 August 2010
Chiropractic is a scientifically proven treatment used to decrease pain, increase function and improve healing for a number of illnesses and...
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31 August 2010
Chiropractic is a scientifically proven treatment used to decrease pain, increase function and improve healing for a number of illnesses and...
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News & Events
To Adjust, or Not to Adjust
31 August 2010
Chiropractic is a scientifically proven treatment used to decrease pain, increase function and improve healing for a number of illnesses and ailments. This is mainly due to the fact that the removal of spinal subluxations has a positive...
The Hazards of Weekend Warrior Syndrome
23 August 2010
Are you planning to shoot hoops this weekend? Spile a volleyball down at the beach? Or wack a tennis ball across the court? If so, is your body prepared for intense physical activity like this?
With time a precious commody in our...
Can Chiropractic Help Rib Cage Pain?
16 August 2010
Pain in the rib cage area is a very common occurance. Because the ribs articulate with both the back of the body (with the vertebrae) and the front (with the sternum), joint irriatation can show up in either location. In addition, the...
Digestioin System Key to Overall Health
09 August 2010
How do you know if your digestion system isn't functioning optimally? You usually experience bloating, stomach pain and indigestion. Many minor ailments can cause stomach upset. However, serious disease may also be...
TMJ Disorder - It Can Make Talking Painful
26 July 2010
TMJ is the acronym for temporomandibular joint, a very long name for one of the most important joints in your body. It's what allows for movement of the jaw. Your TMJ is comprised of a movable part, namely the lower jaw bone (the...
The Best Ways to Protect Your Skin from Sun Damage
19 July 2010
When it comes to your health, the sun is both friend and foe. Like many things, moderation is the key when it comes to sun exposure.
Sunshine is vital to the process of creating vitamin D in your body. Not only does it keep bones...
Fibromyalgia - What Is It, and Can Chiropractic Help?
13 July 2010
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic disorder involving widespread pain and sensitivity in the entire musculoskeletal system. To be diagnosed with FM, a patient will typically possess a minimum of 11 out of 18 specific tender points on the...
Arthritis: A Real Pain in the Joint
28 June 2010
Arthritis, in its most literal sense, means joint inflammation. Although wear and tear may be the most common cause of inflammation and degeneration of the joints, arthritis is also common cause, and it comes in many forms. In fact,...
Vegetarian Sources of Protein
23 June 2010
When it comes to consuming protein, our North American diet skews heavily toward meat and dairy products as our main source. Unfortunately, these traditional choices can be high in saturated fat and cholesterol, contributing to problems like...
What You Need To Know About Osteoporosis
14 June 2010
According to recent statistics, one in four women over the age of 50 is at risk for osteoporosis, and 80% of all fractures occuring in people over the age of 60 are osteoporosis related. Hip fractures are common when those with osteoporosis...
Joint Supplements: The Healthy Alternative to Drugs
07 June 2010
There's promissing joint health research on natural eggshell membrane (NEM), which consists of proteins and glycosaminoglycans - a family of carbohydrates that also includes joint supporting chondrotin sulfate.
In a 2009 study published in Clinical...
Chiropractic Is Not Just For The Spine...
26 May 2010
ALL your joints require movement to stay healthy and functional, not just the ones in your spine.
Proper movement of joints is directly dependent upon their alignment. As an alignment specialist, your Chiropractor is concernded with the...
May Is Spinal Health Month!
03 May 2010
Chiropractors have long understood that the nervous system controls every aspect of how your body works. They also realize that physical, chemical and mental stressors of life can overwhelm or short circut the nervous system. When this...
Balance, Body Awareness & Chiropractic
19 April 2010
Have you ever wondered how you know where your fingers and toes are, even when you're not looking at them? You may be surprised to learn your joints provide your brain with a great deal of information about the position of your body. ...
Trying to Have a Baby?
12 April 2010
Come in and see our Naturopathic Doctor on Thursday May 13th, 2010 who will discuss what steps to take to prepare.
Some of the topics will include:- Nutrition- Best prenatal preperation- If vitamin D is important- What the best minerals are for the...
Can Allergies Be Treated with Chiropractic?
07 April 2010
Hay fever erupts this time of year. Millions of us suffer from this condition, which causes the body to become hypersensitive to pollen and other environmental substances. This condition causes a number of irritating symptoms that can...
Excessive Sweating: Embarrassing Problem Affects Millions
29 March 2010
It impacts over 10 million people in North America, but only 30% of those affected seek treatment for the embarrassing and socially-inhibiting problem of excessive sweating. Sufferers of this condition report a dramatic negative effect on...
Chiropractic is a Golfer's Best Friend
24 March 2010
If they weren't a necessary component of a popular sport, the movements involved with a golf swing would be banned by most Chiropractors. The repetitive, one-sided nature of the golf swing makes it a common cause for back injuries. ...
Food and Your Mood
15 March 2010
Most of us underestimate how food can affect our moods. The brain reacts quickly to food - both good and bad - fed into your body.
Although you may feel sugary candy gives your mood a lift, you expose yourself to erratic fluctuations in your...
Is Obesity Linked to Low Back Pain?
09 March 2010
Low back pain has been recognized as a problem of epidemic proportions. It's estimated that approzimately 80% of the North American population will experience debilitating back pain at some point in their adult lives. It's no surprise...
Yoga Renews Both Mind and Body
22 February 2010
Yoga has undergone a resurgence in popularity in the last couple of years. It's proven as an effective method to develop flexibility and balance as well as relax your body from stress. The deep breathing distributes more oxygen...
Shoulder Problems? Your Chiropractor Can Help!
17 February 2010
The shoulder is the one structure that relies on all major areas of your spine for proper function - your neck, your upper back, and your lower back - so it's one of the most Chiropractic relevant joints too.
A little-known fact is that your...
Garlic: A Gift for Good Health
08 February 2010
Garlic was acclaimed for its healing properties across the ancient world - from Greek physicians like Hippocrates and Dioscorides to Roman philosopher Pliny the Elder. The builders of the Giza pyramids of Egypt consumed garlic because they...
Postural Imbalances: Bad Posture Has Dramatic Impact
03 February 2010
Do you remember your mother reminding you to "stand up straight, and don't slouch?"
You may have been annoyed by her nagging, but Mom knew what she was talking about. Forward head posture is one of the leading causes of pain in the neck and...
Your Healthy Guide to Dining Out
25 January 2010
If you've added "eating better" to your list of New Year's resolutions, then you'll definitely want to review this Topic of the Week. We'll reveal tips and strategies to help you choose healthy options and keep off the pounds when you're...
Interval Training: Get into Great Shape in Less Time
12 January 2010
At this time of year, many of us set goals to lose weight and get in shape. But as we all know, that's easier said than done. Time is in limited supply, which makes it difficult to participate in a regular exercise routine. But did...
The S.M.A.R.T. Way to Achieve New Year's Resolutions
04 January 2010
Did you make a New Year's resolution for 2010? A good protion of us make resolutions at the start of every year. But what's the best way to make your goals achievable? In this issue, we share some interesting statistics about...
The Most Powerful Health Substance You've Never Heard Of
23 December 2009
Your Chiropractor will tell you that Chiropractic techniques do much more than adjust musculoskeletal misalignments. Chiropractic has been scientifically proven to help boost your immune systam, aid with asthma and allergies, reduce stress and...
Energy Boosting Herbs for the Busy Holiday Season
17 December 2009
December can be both a wonderful time and a stressful time. As we arrive into the holiday season, we juggle regualr daily commitments of job and family and then add duties like shopping, decorating, baking, cooking, travelling and...
Scoliosis: How Chiropractic Helps a Twisted Spine
01 December 2009
Scoliosis comes from the Greek word that means crookedness. When you have scoliosis, your spine's straight position begins to bend sideways. It can take the form of a single curve (C-shaped) or as a double curve (S-shaped). The...
Fortify Your Body With Zinc
23 November 2009
As autumn winds its way to the official start of winter, many of us are looking for ways to pump up our immune system for what's expected to a long and severe fle season.
Last month in Topic of the Week, we revealed the importance of vitamin D in...
Topic Of The Week
03 November 2009
Research Shines Bright on Chiropractic (Part One)
As the wealth of scientific information in the Chiropractic field continues to build, your Chiropractor wants to keep you up to date with the latest research. In this issue, we focus on...
Topic Of The Week
26 October 2009
Chiropractic Delivers a More Comfortable Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a wonderful and rewarding experience for most women. However, the female body experiences a number of dramatic physical changes during pregnancy that can lead to considerable...
Topic Of The Week
23 September 2009
The Dangers of Energy Drinks
Energy drinks - not to be confused with sports drinks used to rehydrate the body - have become enormously popular over the last few years, especially among young adults and teens. It's now a $5 billion industry in...
Topic Of The Week
08 September 2009
Do Backpacks Equal Back Pain?
As parents, we are focused on providing the very best for our children. As we send them off to school, our intention is no different.
We are often told that carrying a bag of books on one shoulder is bad for...
