Jul
25
As a very bad tennis player, I feel I can speak with authority on this subject! It also helps that I’m a chiropractor. However, personal acquaintance with a subject really does give one a deeper appreciation for it. Tennis elbow is properly known as lateral epicondylitis; it is a repetitive strain injury of the extensor […]
Jun
2
Golf season is here! That low hum you hear is the collective grumbling of NS golfers that they are not on their favorite course yet. Here are some tips to make the transition to golfing easier: Dress warmly. Your body tenses up when cold. Early spring in NS can be damp, cold and windy, so […]
Oct
1
One of the most common questions asked of chiropractors is whether or not we can help people who are suffering from osteoarthritis. The short answer is yes and no, get redirected here to arrange a visit Arthritis Clinic in Northwest Seattle that can tell you for sure! Degenerative joint disease is a better way to […]
Jun
8
Feeling inspired after the Bluenose? Change in the weather making you want to be outside? If you are considering lacing up those sneakers, this is the first question you need to ask. Do I need new sneakers? Shoes that may be poorly fitting or have lost their cushioning or support are not worth using, as […]
Mar
31
Sometimes, pregnancy can be accompanied by pain in the lower front pelvis, usually later in pregnancy. The pain is felt at the symphysis pubis, where the two halves of the pelvis form a joint; this joint does not behave as a typical joint does, it really does not move much at all. However, with the hormone relaxin, all […]
Oct
16
The routine is probably getting a bit easier now, but take a few minutes and do a check on your kids’ backpacks to make sure they are still safe for your child. 1. Weigh the pack on a typical day. The guideline is that a backpack should not weigh more than 10% of your child’s […]
Apr
16
If you suffer with IBS, there have probably been more pressing matters than the communication between your gut and your nervous system. But there is a connection that may help to explain some of your symptoms. The nerves that supply the intestines originate in the low back/lumbar spine, if you have any sort of pain […]
Oct
21
Pregnancy is a wonderful experience for most women, filled with many hormonal and biomechanical changes that are fascinating to observe. During the nine months, as these rapid changes take place, the body’s pelvic joints and ligaments prepare themselves for labour and delivery by widening and relaxing. The spine must also adapt to these changes- not […]
May
22
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Oct
17
According to Wikipedia, 75-85% of women are wearing the wrong size bra. Those numbers seem really high, until you start thinking about it- weight changes and pregnancy are two of the most common reasons for change in one’s bra size. Many women buy the same size all their life, regardless of what has changed in […]
