LIFTING RIGHT – 10 tips to lift properly and avoid disc herniation

What are the causes and symptoms of disc herniation? A disc herniation can put pressure and irritate the nearby nerves that originate from the spinal cord and exit the spine Symptoms can include neck pain or low back pain with pain referring down the arm or leg (depending on the location of the disc [...]

By |2017-10-01T02:21:41+00:00September 13th, 2017|Back injury, Back Pain, Chiropractic and pain, Chronic Injuries, Chronic pain, Disc herniation, Healthy back, Lifting injury, Lifting properly, Lifting right, Lifting technique, Low back pain, MSK injuries, Pain, Pain management, Postural syndrome|Comments Off on LIFTING RIGHT – 10 tips to lift properly and avoid disc herniation

5 tips to reduce low back pain while cycling

Cycling is a great exercise and activity. It can be fun yet challenging and it has many health benefits. Some of the benefits of cycling include: Aerobic workout which helps increase cardiovascular fitness Helps build muscles and increase bone mass/density Non impact sport - puts less pressure on joints Helps with weight loss Can [...]

5 Tips to make shovelling snow safer and to avoid injuries

During the winter months, shovelling snow is a common contributor to injuries such as low back pain. In most cases, snow falls unexpectedly depending on where you live, and shovelling is something that must be done without delay. The movements involved with shovelling are repetitive and can cause excessive wear and tear. Therefore, it [...]

By |2017-09-13T22:46:43+00:00February 9th, 2017|Acute Injury, Back Pain, Healthy back, Healthy Living, Low back pain, Maintenance, MSK conditions, MSK injuries, Neck Pain, Pain, Pain management, Shovelling injury, Shovelling snow, Shovelling tips, Wellness|Comments Off on 5 Tips to make shovelling snow safer and to avoid injuries

Do chiropractors just treat the back and the neck?

N O Chiropractors are extensively trained and are experts in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions and their neurological sequalae. These conditions are not just limited to the neck and the back. In fact, they can treat any joint system and the conditions associated with that area. Chiropractors [...]

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