Happy Primavera all. I learned from one of my Italian patients that “Happy Primavera” means the first of spring. Here I thought it was a pasta! As the nicer weather SLOWLY approaches us, one of the things that I would like to caution you about is the way you jump into spring cleanup. We all want to get out and get things done around the house or yard and elsewhere. The problem is that many of us jump in and are going full speed because of this nice weather. During my drive at lunch I saw so many people out…

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With spring just around the corner, everyone is getting ready to get of the couch and get back outside doing the activities they love. Whether it is golf, gardening, cycling, running or anything else it is important to make sure you are taking the proper steps to help prevent unwanted injuries and low back pain. Today we are going to go over a few things that everyone should be doing to prevent injuries as they climb out from under the cozy blankets on the couch and out into the sunshine. First, it is important to take it a little easy…

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Last blog we talked about the first step to combatting the aches and pains of working in an office.  How you set up your workspace dictates your posture. Sitting in bad or abnormal postures for extended periods of time can lead to muscle aches and imbalances that can just feed into the problem.  In this blog I am going to outline some simple exercises that can be done in the office to help retrain some of those postural muscles to keep and provide some relief from sitting all day. Exercise 1: Seated Chin Tucks Purpose: activation of the deep neck…

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If you are like most people that work at a job where you sit all day working on a computer, chances are you have realized how bad your posture is/can get. You have also probably experienced the constant aches and pains that come along with it. I’m talking about the dull, stiff, ache at the base of the neck and between the shoulders and the mild discomfort in your lower back. It is something that we see at Oakville Chiropractic Centre all the time and we want to help you with. Now I realize that sitting with proper posture for…

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First off I guess it is best to give you a bit of history with my particular experiences in life and healthcare and how they can relate to you and your family. Here at the Oakville Chiropractic Centre, I believe it is important for you to be well informed and armed with solid information that will empower you to make your own healthcare choices and decisions. Before that, we need to ask ourselves… What is Health? When I have asked patients over the years, I have received a wide variety of answers. Some will say you don’t have to take…

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While pregnancy can be a wonderful and beautiful process, it can also be very taxing on the body. Many people are unaware of the positive effects that Chiropractic treatments can have on the body during pregnancy. Studies report that over 50% of all pregnant mothers will experience low back and/or pelvic pain at some point during their pregnancy. Pregnancy related low back pain can have a severe effect on their daily routines and their ability to enjoy life. There are multiple reasons and causes as to why low back pain is so prevalent in the pregnant population. First, the body…

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Part 3: A Guide to Goal Setting Hello again, welcome to part three of three of our New Year’s Resolution series. In case you missed part one “How to diet…Or Not To” and part two “No Gym No Problem” make sure to go and check them out. This week we are talking about a very important topic that normally goes overlooked: How to set proper goals. When it comes to New Year’s resolutions most people think of things or activities they want to start, or stop doing; such as “I’m going to start eating healthy” or “I’m going to start…

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Part 2: No Gym? No problem Hi everybody, this is part two of three of our New years resolution series, in case you missed the first part “How to diet…Or Not To” make sure you check that out. This week I am sharing my ideas on the best way to approach the exercise and fitness portion of your New Year’s resolutions if traditional gyms aren’t quite your “thing”. Gyms and fitness centres around the world can’t wait for the New Year to come around. Their gyms are packed with people trying to fulfil their resolutions, and a lot of these…

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With the season of New year’s resolutions upon us, many of us will take on goals with aims of bettering our health. Whether the goal is to lose 10 pounds, 50 pounds, or just to live a healthier lifestyle, whatever your motivations are, we all start in the same place: How do I do it? In this Three-part blog series, I will share with you my advice, tips, and tricks to a successful new year’s resolution. Part one will talk about dieting, part two will talk about exercise, and in part three we will tackle how to set proper and…

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Chiropractic and Massage Therapy both have health benefits, especially when getting regular adjustments and massages in tandem. There are several Chiropractors and Massage Therapists that work together to ensure their patients are getting the best and most effective treatment. How do the two work together to improve your health? How Chiropractic and Massage Work in Tandem A Chiropractic treatment (referred to as an adjustment) corrects misalignments in the spine and reduces restrictions in the joints. During an adjustment, your chiropractor will apply gentle pressure to reduce inflammation in the affected areas and the nervous system. Massage Therapy techniques work the…

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As you all know, back to school is just around the corner! For all of you parents who are sending off your little ones to JK for the first time, don’t worry, they will be just fine! While it may be a sensitive time for some parents, others are jumping for joy. As we prepare for back to school with new clothes and school supplies, it is important that parents and students understand the implications of their apparel, specifically BACKPACK SAFETY! Did you know that in 2012, there were more than 24,000 people treated for backpack-related injuries? Of those patients,…

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Are you having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or sleeping in general? Don’t worry, you are not alone! Millions of people worldwide suffer from some type of sleep issues. We know the drill. It’s night time. Your bedroom is setup just the way you like it for the perfect sleep. The right temperature, you have had your water, done your nightly routine, put your phone on silence, closed the curtains…it’s time to fall asleep. At least that’s what you had hoped for. Instead, your mind is racing. You are stressing about tomorrow’s tasks, if you said something that offended someone…

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Well spring is finally here and there is still a little chill in the air. On the east coast, another Nor’easter takes aim to an already pummelled landscape. Oh this thing we call weather certainly throws curve balls with no remorse. Last year, in February we were reaching double digit temperatures and basking in the sun. Though it is around the corner or so they predict! Over my years in practice, I have witnessed the toll that the nicer weather can take on our bodies. After being cooped up over the winter, many believe that we can call on our superhuman…

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