Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) dysfunction is a common issue I see on a week to week basis with different patients. TMJ dysfunction refers to a group of conditions that affect the temporomandibular joint in the jaw. The joint connects your jaw to your skull, so it stands to reason that if you have issues with the … Continue reading TMJ Dysfunction
Stress Management
Stress in your life is almost expected these days. Rushing around trying to get life’s duties taken care of can have a big impact on the stress you feel. Some people will just try to deal with stress as best as they can, but others will actively look for ways to help reduce and manage … Continue reading Stress Management
Chiropractic & Pregnancy
A woman has to bare a child for approximately 38 to 42 weeks during her pregnancy. During this time she will experience many uncomfortable symptoms. These symptoms can be relieved through an allopathic model of taking medication, however these medications will pose side effects on not just the mother, but the baby too. The nagging … Continue reading Chiropractic & Pregnancy
The Cell Phone Slump AKA Text Neck
Since technology is now all about being portable, the cell phone slump is on the rise. Everyone does it, including me! Chances are you are either on your tablet, smart phone or computer reading this post right now. Take a minute to notice your posture; is your head aligned with your shoulders, or is your … Continue reading The Cell Phone Slump AKA Text Neck
Allergies
Spring is here, which means so is allergy season! Overreacting of the nervous and immune system: Our brain controls all activities in our body, our brain and body communicate using pathways in our spine called nerves. The nerves supplying the immune system have been damaged by the bones in your spine causing to be hyperactive. … Continue reading Allergies
Chiropractic & Kids
Infants, Children and Chiropractic Something I already get asked when I tell people I want to work with kids is, why would my healthy child need chiropractic? Here's a little insight: Being born is tough work! There is a ton of physical pressure and strain on a baby’s spine as they enter the world. These … Continue reading Chiropractic & Kids
Overuse Injuries in Youth Athletes
As someone with a passion for sports, it's refreshing to see youth sports becoming more and more competitive. Youth sports are much more aggressive than they used to be, kids are motivated to throw harder and shoot better. A child can learn an abundance of skills, however, along with increased participation comes increased injury. … Continue reading Overuse Injuries in Youth Athletes
Sitting is the New Smoking!
Are you sitting all the time ? Think about how often we sit everyday and for how long to determine if it could be leading to back problems. It’s commonly accepted among all professionals that lower back pain is related to prolonged sitting. And these days we spend plenty of time during our day doing … Continue reading Sitting is the New Smoking!
Introduction to your Chiropractic Intern
Welcome to my Chiropractic Blog. I will be using this platform to share my knowledge of health, exercising, and overall body wellness that I've learned the past 7 years of education. But first, a little bit about my self and what brought me into the world of chiropractic. I grew up in Surrey, BC a … Continue reading Introduction to your Chiropractic Intern
The Journey Begins
Thanks for joining me! Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton