Category: Blog
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Understanding Swollen Ankles and Feet: Causes, Prevention, and When to Seek Help
Swollen ankles and feet are common issues that affect many people, often causing discomfort and concern. While occasional swelling may be harmless, persistent or severe swelling could indicate an underlying health problem. Understanding the causes, prevention strategies, and when to seek professional care can help you manage this condition effectively. At Chiropractic & Physiotherapy Health…
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How Psychological Stress Impacts The Physical Body!
Stress. What is it? How does it occur? How can stress impact your health? Stress is a natural reaction in the body that activates your innate ‘fight or flight’ response – otherwise known as your sympathetic nervous system. This occurs when we experience some kind of threat and require an immediate response from the body. …
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Too young to Hurt- Why Teenage Athletes Are Facing More Back Injuries.
Adults aren’t the only ones who suffer from back pain. Children and teens especially participants in competitive sports are likely to experience upper or lower back pain/injuries. In fact, one study found that as many as one in three adolescents ages 10 to 18 experienced back pain in the past year. Dr. Smurawa, M.D. from…
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School Bags And Spine Health On Children
Your spine matters:School Bags, Sitting, and Screen TimeInstagramWelcome back to another edition of our Health and Wellness Newsletter! In this issue,we’re diving into a crucial topic that affects us all, from children to adults: spinal health.Our spines are the backbone (literally!) of our bodies, supporting our everyday activities.However, common habits like carrying heavy school bags,…
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Back Pain During and After Pregnancy: Causes, Relief, and Exercises
Pregnancy is a transformative journey, but it often brings physical challenges—back pain and musculoskeletal issues topping the list. As the body adapts to a growing baby and later adjusts postpartum, these discomforts can linger. Let’s dive into why they happen, what they feel like, and how to manage them with targeted exercises. During Pregnancy: Why…
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Tiny Spine, Big Future: What Every Parent Should Know
A Strong Start Begins with the Spine Your baby’s spine is more than a column of small bones. It is the central support system of the body, protecting the spinal cord, which carries messages between the brain and the rest of the body. It supports posture, allows movement, and forms the foundation for sitting, standing,…
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When To Worry About Back Pain: Red Flags You Should Not Ignore.
Back pain is almost a rite of passage in adulthood. Long hours at a desk, binge-watching your favorite series, lifting groceries like you’re in a weightlifting competition at some point, your back will protest. The reassuring truth is that most back pain is common, mechanical, and not dangerous. It usually stems from muscles, joints, postural…
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Are You Riding Right?
Nothing improves my mood more than a long bike ride , so I say this next part with reservations (and sadness). Cycling has its dark side – possibly the most significant being that it can wreak havoc on your posture. Which begs the question ‘are you riding right?’ There are myriad physical and mental health…
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Understanding your spine: Why back pain doesn’t always mean damage.
The word ‘back pain’ is so general. It sounds alarming. When it hurts, the natural assumption would be something must be broken or something is wrong. However, it’s good to appreciate the fact that back pain does not equal to damage. Most of the back pain cases are “non-specific” and not linked to structural damage,…