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Treatment methods for chronic shoulder pain

How to find the relief you need Experts estimate that 1 in 4 Canadian adults – about 7.63 million people – live with some type of chronic pain. For many, this takes the form of chronic shoulder pain. Whether you spend your days lifting weights, working a physically demanding job, or even sitting at a…

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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…

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…

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…

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…

Working at home? Here’s how to keep your back comfortable and healthy

Protect your back while working remotely Some of us have been working from home because of COVID-19, while others are working remotely for the long haul. In either event, remote workers have a bit more freedom to work wherever they want in their own home. Unfortunately, there’s a major side effect that many workers overlook:…

Dealing with back pain while you’re pregnant

How to conquer back pain when you’re expecting a baby You have a baby on the way, and you’re anticipating becoming a mother. This is an exciting time, but it comes with a lot of stress. From financial planning to setting up the baby’s room, you’ve already got a lot on your plate. The last…

A guide to sleeping properly when you have back pain

Stuck with back pain? sleep easier with these tips If you’ve ever experienced back pain, you probably know about one of the most irritating side effects: sleep troubles. Not only is all the tossing and turning totally frustrating, but it stops you from becoming well-rested. As a result, it might be even harder for your…

How stress can affect your body

Mental exhaustion can take a toll on your physical health Take a minute and think about everything that brings you stress. Did you realize how many stress factors you face? You may have thought about work, family, your home, your finances, something you saw on the news, and a ton of other things, big and…

Can a chiropractor help with allergies?

Chiropractic care could be the surprising solution to your allergy problems If you have seasonal allergies, you know what to expect during certain times of the year: sneezing, coughing, congestion, and so on. There’s no ‘cure’ for these allergies, and over-the-counter medication can only go so far. There’s one surprising approach to treatment that most…