Why are we so unhealthy during winter? Winter is often the most unhealthy point of the year. Poor weather keeps us from our usual levels of activity and seasonal depression only adds to the burden. We sit more, bing watch more and, by and large, we eat more. But once spring swings around, it’s time…

Sore muscles should indicate a successful workout But pay attention to your speed of recovery. Muscle building relies on a simple formula in which you create tiny micro-tears in the muscle by exposing them to strain and then, during a period of rest, the muscles (using the power of protein) repair themselves to a stronger…

What does it mean to feel stiff and tight? It means something different to each and every person. However, everyone can agree that feeling stiff is not feeling well. Chiropractic is about determining the root of the problem and creating an action plan to solve it. A great place to look when chronic stiffness is…

Are you looking to gain an edge on the competition? Look no further than chiropractic. Facilitating smooth communication between brain and body means that all of your biomechanical systems will work more effectively, including the respiratory, muscular and cardiovascular systems. And Exercising with a properly aligned spine is the best way to ensure you are leaving…

Finding and using your center of gravity Your center of gravity is important because it is your balance point; a hypothetical location where the body’s mass is concentrated. This point is important because it essentially defines your balance and stability as a human- for example, having a center of gravity too high would make you top heavy…

Living with your pain, rather than in spite of it When considering your options for treating chronic back pain, non-surgical decompression therapy should be considered as a conservative care option. This treatment focuses on supporting the body’s natural healing mechanisms in an attempt to overcome injury, whether it be acute or chronic. By lending the…

When it comes to losing weight, there is a lot of misinformation. It’s important to know what to listen to- what is real, sound advice and what is just a fad. Everyone knows that they should maintain a healthy weight: it helps with cardiovascular health, makes diabetes less likely, lowers blood pressure and generally helps…

We wouldn’t stop short of calling it a public health crisis The fact that the demographic for back pain is shifting towards younger populations should cause great concern. Back pain and the associated problems are among the top contributors to disability in our society. If we see these problems affecting people at younger ages, then…

Back pain requires a coordinated treatment plan If you live a life that is defined by chronic, or regularly-occuring, back pain, it is time to put your foot down and seek treatment. Yes, the human body is resilient enough to suffer for years with back pain symptoms, but what is it doing to your quality…

Breastfeeding puts your body at an odd angle Even though you stop thinking about it after a while, you are craning your neck and hunching your back over; this is a flexion-based position that increases compression on your spine and leaves many mothers stiff and sore. There is already enough to contend with as a…