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How Do Hot Water Bottles Help Treat Back Pain?

Are you experiencing a nagging and persistent back pain that’s hard to deal with? Have you tried painkillers and stretching but just can’t seem to get the relief that you’re looking for? Maybe it’s time to try a hot water bottle to help alleviate and treat your back pain. The use of hot water bottles…

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The Importance of Stretching Before a Workout

The Physical Benefits That Stretching Offers When you get in the mood to work out you may be tempted to jump immediately into it and get it done while you have the energy. Stretching is one of the most important aspects of exercise but the importance of stretching can be so easy to overlook. It’s…

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Post-partum pain? Here’s how a chiro or physio visit can help

The top post-partum treatments from chiropractors and physiotherapists Having a baby is exciting – but beyond the excitement, not everything feels so great. A post-natal patient may feel a ton of physical sensations, from soreness to pain. After having a baby, many patients choose to seek help from a chiropractor or physiotherapist in order to…

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How to treat chronic back pain

There are more options than ever before Back pain doesn’t have to take over your life. This common type of soreness can be irritating, distracting, and quite upsetting. Fortunately, though, there are plenty of steps you can take to conquer your back pain – and you don’t have to go it alone. There are plenty…

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What you need to know about plantar fasciitis

Why your feet hurt, and what you can do about it What does it mean when the heels and bottoms of your feet hurt? Whether you spent the day running, lifting, on your feet, or seated at your desk, you may notice that your feet are strangely sore. There’s a pretty good chance that this…

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Facts and myths about headaches

Headaches: Setting the record straight We all know that headaches can be irritating, painful, and distracting. There’s plenty of misinformation out there about why headaches arise and how they can be treated – and that only adds to the headache! You may have heard that headaches come exclusively from caffeine – or that only women…

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How manual lymphatic drainage massage is performed

This massage technique encourages healthy bodily function Sometimes, your body needs an extra push. Maybe you’re a little sore, or you don’t feel particularly flexible. Lymphatic drainage might be the quick solution you’re looking for – and it’s easy to perform manually. A healthy lymphatic system can encourage the body to function smoothly, but lymph…

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How custom orthotics can curb your foot and back pain

Treat foot and back pain with precision thanks to custom orthotics When you choose your footwear, you’re probably focused on the comfort of your heels and toes. You may not realize it, but your footwear can also affect how the rest of your body feels – even when you’re not moving. Specifically, having proper foot…

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Common volleyball injuries and how to avoid them

The surprising risks that come with volleyball Summer’s here, and that means it’s time to play volleyball. Whether you play indoors or at the beach, volleyball is a rewarding team sport that encourages cooperation and athleticism. While Volleyball might seem like a relatively low-risk sport, players can actually develop plenty of pain symptoms and injuries….

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Common golf injuries and how to prevent them

How golfers can protect their health on the course Golf may seem like a relatively low-risk sport for injuries. However, the combination of rapid movements, twisting your body, standing for prolonged periods, and heat, can all lead to pain. Anyone who plays golf could develop an injury – from casual weekend golfers to the trophy-yielding…