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 …
Rethinking Treatment for Concussions
Concussions are mild brain injuries that can cause headaches, dizziness, fatigue, vision changes, memory loss, neck pain as well as other symptoms. In the past, the traditional recommendations for a concussion have been to take it easy and avoid anything that aggravates symptoms. So you may have been told to take it easy and stop …
Dr. Joel Weber
Experienced Chiropractor and Acupuncture Provider
Dr. Joel has been providing both Chiropractic and Acupuncture services to the Rideau Lakes community since 2013.
Dr. Joel is the only provider of these services within the Township of Rideau Lakes.
He promotes living an active, healthy lifestyle complimented by Chiropractic care.
Joel Weber B.SC. DC
Guthrie House
10 Perth Street
Elgin ON K0G 1E0
613-453-1831