Jan
23
Sciatic pain is a very common condition that massage therapists see on a regular basis. The sciatic nerve is located on the posterior aspect of the hip and runs all the way down the back of the leg. In extreme cases you’ll see a significant loss of mobility in addition to pain. Sciatica often affects […]
Jun
13
Parents often ask me for book recommendations about infant feeding and especially baby-led weaning. And while the original Baby-Led Weaning book written by Gill Rapley has been a staple on many shelves, I was thrilled to see a new book on the market by Canadian dietitian, Jennifer House RD. Baby-led weaning is quickly gaining popularity as an […]
Apr
13
Did you know that 90% of male factor infertility is due to low sperm counts, poor sperm quality or both? In western provinces 60% of sperm counts have plummeted in the last 40 years as modern life has impacted men’s health. 1 in 6 couples in Canada experience infertility. This number has doubled since the […]
Sep
9
For those who are not familiar with IBS, this is a common intestinal disorder that affects an increasing number of people. Symptoms can include constipation (IBS-C), diarrhea (IBS-D), alternating diarrhea and constipation (IBS-A), cramping, excessive bloating and gas. IBS is a chronic condition that may require long term management. Watching what you eat, lifestyle changes […]
Aug
24
What is Multiple Chemical Sensitives (MCS)? Also known as environmental illness. There are a wide range of symptoms that can occur on an individual basis. Some of the symptoms can include Headache, nausea, dizzy spells, sore throats, changes in heart rhythm, fatigue, digestive upset, sinus congestion, muscle pain, skin rashes, itching, yeast infections in Women, […]
Aug
16
Properly fitted orthotics align the foot and ankle into the most anatomically efficient position. They look like insoles, but are biomechanical medical appliances that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalance. Who Benefits? Anyone can benefit from the comfort and design of custom orthotics. When used in conjunction with proper footwear, orthotics can […]
Jun
19
In my last post, we talked about hunger, and learning to differentiate between physical and emotional hunger. Now we’re ready to talk about fullness! Think of hunger and fullness as a scale of 1-10, with 1 meaning you’re ravenously hungry and 10 being overly full to the point of being uncomfortable. I often suggest that […]
Jun
7
Tammy Turnbull RMT, along with Meghan Munro RMT and Cheri Walsh PT are excited to add this new technique to their practice! The Graston technique is a unique evidence-based form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to address soft tissue lesions and fascial restrictions resulting in improved outcomes. It uses a specially-designed stainless […]
Jan
5
Happy New Year! It’s a new year, and I’m sure there are many new babies getting ready to start solid food! Interested in the Baby Led Weaning approach to solid introduction? If so, here’s a list of my upcoming workshops in HRM: January 29 – Fiddleheads Kids Shop – Dartmouth March 2nd – Nurtured – Halifax March […]
Nov
24
December is just around the corner, and so many people spend a lot of time and energy into planning, worrying and even obsessing about food (and drink!) choices during the holiday season. Why? Because so many of us feel powerless to the staff room full of cakes and cookies, endless holiday gatherings and limitless selections […]
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