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 […]
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 […]
Apr
21
Fascia is a glistening membrane of connective tissue of varying thicknesses and tensile strengths that is one continuous system and encapsulates every single aspect of our anatomy. Yes….our muscles, tendons, bones, ligaments, nerves, blood vessels etc. It is widespread…from top to bottom, front to back and inside out. If you remove everything from the human […]
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 to a chiropractor that can tell you for sure! Degenerative joint disease is a better way to describe osteoarthritis, […]
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 […]
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