A question I get asked a lot by clients and people with back pain is a really simple one: “When do I use ice and when do I use heat?” Rightly or wrongly, 9 out of 10 of my clients tend to favor heat–a nice hot water bottle, a soak in the bath, or one … Read more
Quick question: how much water have you drank today? For most people, the answer is not enough. From everything we drink and swim in, to the ice that reduces swelling, water is all around us (and even in us). As a matter of fact, it basically is us! Water makes up around two-thirds of who … Read more
Ever been in a foreign country and tried to order food off a long, complicated, unfamiliar-looking menu? Did you use hand signals to describe the dish you wanted? Did you whip out your phone and hope Google had the answers? And, in the end, did you just close your eyes and hope that what landed … Read more
If you’re an active individual who loves to stay active in any way possible, we understand how frustrating it can be to deal with chronic pain or an injury that just won’t go away. Ever since the pain started, you haven’t been able to feel like yourself and live life how you truly want to. … Read more
Have you ever been going about your usual daily jobs or chores such as taking out the trash, gardening, laundry, or even making your bed when you suddenly feel a sharp pain in your back that leaves you hardly able to move? Well you’re not alone! We frequently get patients who report this sudden onset … Read more
Have you taken a family vacation that required hours of travel this summer? Or do you do a lot of driving whether it’s a commute to work or part of your job? If so, I certainly wouldn’t be surprised if you’ve experienced some form of back pain. Around 30-60% of drivers report having back pain … Read more
A pinched nerve can cause discomfort and debilitating pain. Depending on where the pinched nerve occurs in your body, this condition can affect your ability to work and carry out everyday tasks. However, with the help of a pinched nerve specialist, you may find relief from a pinched nerve without undergoing surgery. This article provides … Read more
Have you or a loved one recently fallen or felt unsteady on your feet? If so, I know just how much it can affect your confidence when it comes to your independence. You may feel less comfortable with leaving your house without someone for support or unmotivated to do your regular recreational activities due to … Read more
Over the last few weeks, we have covered a lot of ground related to balance and osteopenia/osteoporosis. This included a wide range of topics including; how it’s not normal to shrink, how to change your bending mechanics, and what can be done about soft bones. We also covered topics such as vertigo, general muscle weakness, … Read more
When it comes to fall prevention and imbalance — it’s easy to become worried that one day, a fall may result in a terrible injury. You already feel yourself holding onto nearby objects for balance and you’re worried that with one wrong move, you could end up hurting yourself. Falls are one of the leading … Read more
