By Dr. Jessica Fitzpatrick, DC I see back injuries in clinical practice every fall related to the repetitive nature and inappropriate techniques with raking leaves. The optimal form of treatment is to be proactive and minimize the risk of injury with the proper...
By Dr. Lauren Quattrocchi, BSc (Hons), DC Sitting has become the most popular position in the modern workday. On average, the majority of workers sit 9 hours a day. Sitting has become so ingrained into our way of living that we do not even question how much we are...
By Catherine Grant, RMT There are various types of cups used for cupping massage including, bamboo, glass, silicone, and plastic. In all types, the goal is to create a vacuum in the cup, which draws the layers of skin and fascia up and creates separation among them....
By Amanda Hynes, D.Ac, R.Ac Acupuncture is proven to reduce stress and even reverse the effects of stress. Research shows that acupuncture stimulates the release of oxytocin, a hormone that signals and regulates the parasympathetic nervous system. Acupuncture also...
By Catherine Grant, RMT It’s that time of the year when although the weather outside might not indicate so, the summer fun is coming to a close and we are back to the grind with school or work. For many of us, that also means cleaning up the diet and getting back to...
By Dr. Ryan Trueman, BSc, DC As August comes to a close, we are quickly moving into the school year. Studying and long classes can be hard enough on your body, so let’s try to minimize issues we may face before we even get to the books and talk about backpacks. Note:...