What causes headaches?
Headaches are a very common condition, and they can be severely debilitating and disruptive to your life. There are many different causes, so the best treatment for a headache depends on the root cause. Headaches are one of the most common reasons for a person to see a chiropractor. The following are the most common […]
Avoid back pain with snow shoveling.
Low back injuries are very common with snow shoveling, especially after the first big snowfall of the year. But if done properly, it can actually be a good workout. Think about the these tips next time you are out shoveling to avoid injury. –Warm up and start slow: Don’t go in cold and lift heavy […]
Tips to avoid pain in the garden.
Gardening season is here! Back injuries are common, especially at the start of the season when our bodies aren’t used to the demands of lifting, lugging, bending and digging. Here are some tips to help avoid aches and pains in the garden. -Pace yourself: Don’t overdo it the first time you get out there. Do […]
There is no perfect posture.
One of the most common causes of back and neck pain is deskwork or sitting at the computer. So chiropractors often get asked about posture at the desk. The common advice is to set up your desk and chair ergonomically so that you are sitting tall, with the spine straight, and the elbows, hips and […]
Is it still cool to ice your injuries?
An article recently featured in the Ottawa Citizen supported new evidence that icing injuries and sprains may not always the best approach. The traditional thinking, that applying ice to an injury to reduce inflammation and blood flow, is being challenged by recent studies that suggest that repeated icing of injuries or overworked muscles could have […]
What is the best sleeping position?
This is a common question with no simple answer. However, the good news is that in general, whatever sleeping position works for you is the best one. Sleep however your body is able to comfortably rest. But if you are frequently not sleeping well, or waking up stiff and sore, you may need to try […]