Category: Chiropractic
Sciatica pain: why it happens, where it happens, how it is treated and who do you need to see
Why sciatica pain? The sciatic nerve is made up of a bundle of nerves that branch off your spinal cord and is considered to be the longest and thickest nerve in your body. When this nerve becomes irritated or injured it... Read More
Why chiropractic care
This is a question I hear often, and I understand why. Before becoming a chiropractor, I worked as an emergency room nurse. In the hospitals where I worked, chronic pain was one of the main reasons people sought medical attention. Interestingly,... Read More
How heart rate variability is measured and why is it important?
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is the measurement of the variation in time between each heartbeat. While your heart beats with a regular rhythm, the time interval between beats is not always the same. For example, if your heart rate is... Read More
The Marvelous Connection Between Your Mind, Emotions, and Health
Psychoneuroimmunology....this mouthful of a word is a mash up of psychology, neuroscience and immunology and it has been around since the late 1970's. To put it simply, psychoneuroimmunology is the study of how your thoughts and feelings can impact your... Read More
Navigating the Holidays: Understanding Holiday Stress and its Impact on Your Health
The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for many individuals, this time of the year can also bring about a unique set of challenges that lead to increased stress levels. In this... Read More
Is stress and increased cortisol costing you your health??
Let’s talk about stress, particularly the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol is a tiny hormone that plays a big role in your body, it influences everything from our energy levels to our immune system. Cortisol is produced by our adrenal glands, and it... Read More
How do you handle the stresses of life?
Let’s talk about stress, particularly the stress hormone cortisol.Cortisol is a tiny hormone that plays a big role in your body, it influences everything from our energy levels to our immune system. Cortisol is produced by our adrenal glands, and... Read More
Injury prevention: just another benefit of chiropractic care
I am sure you know that chiropractic care is a great way to treat pain naturally, but did you know that regular care can also help to prevent injuries? Before I elaborate on this let’s talk about your core. I... Read More
Is your posture to blame for your hip pain??
Did you know that your posture may be to blame for pain in your knees, hips and even your feet? It’s true! Proper posture is assessed by drawing an imaginary line down the side view of your body. This line should... Read More
How do you respond to a fire alarm...take out the batteries or put out the fire? 🔥
Imagine you woke to the sound of a smoke alarm going off in your house and when the fire department arrived then went straight to the alarm and pulled out the batteries. While it solved the problem of the noisy... Read More
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