Author: naturalwaychiro

Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Tennis Elbow, also known as Lateral Epicondylitis, is a tendinopathy of the muscles at the outside of the elbow.  Although the name suggests that it is caused by tennis, only 5% of all tennis elbow cases are related to tennis!  The most common causes of this condition include computer use, heavy lifting, repetitive twisting of […]

What to do About Rotator Cuff Pain

The rotator cuff is the name for a group of 4 muscles that provide strength and stability to the shoulder complex.  The muscles originate at the scapula (shoulder blade) and attach to the humerus (upper arm bone).  These muscles participate in almost every shoulder movement and also provide stability to the shoulder joint. Common injuries […]

What to Know About “Text Neck”

Text neck is defined as an overuse syndrome, causing excessive strain on the neck from looking down at mobile devices or from sitting at desks on computers. It can lead to headaches, neck, shoulder and arm pain and stiffness. A contributing factor is the head forward position. This leads to excessive strain on the posterior […]

Best Exercises for Gluteal Tendinopathy

Gluteal tendinopathy is characterized by lateral (outside) hip pain and tenderness.  The pain can refer down the outside of the thigh.  It is often misdiagnosed as trochanteric bursitis, however, recent research has found that the pain is due to a breakdown in collagen of the gluteus medius and/or gluteus minimus tendons. These muscles perform the […]

Anterior Knee Pain

Anterior knee pain may also be called patella femoral syndrome and is characterized by pain at the front of the knee, around the kneecap.  It is a chronic condition that worsens with activities such as squatting, climbing stairs especially going downstairs, running and prolonged sitting ( also called movie goers knee).  It is usually due […]

Dry Needling: A Way to Treat Muscle Pain

Dry needling is an invasive procedure where a fine needle, such as an acupuncture needle, is inserted into a trigger point in a muscle. Trigger points are irritable spots in muscles that can be tender and feel like little knots or lumps in the muscle. Hyperactive trigger points can cause both local and referred pain […]

Chiro vs. Physio: The Power of Holistic Care

When it comes to managing musculoskeletal conditions and promoting overall well-being, chiropractic care and physiotherapy are two popular approaches that often come to mind. Both modalities focus on improving physical function and reducing pain, but they differ in their philosophies and techniques. While each has its strengths, combining chiropractic care and physiotherapy can create a […]

Sleep for a Healthy Body: What We Know About Positive Sleep Hygiene

We can all agree there’s almost nothing more enjoyable than waking up after a refreshing, full night of sleep. When it comes to sleep, there appears to be a healthy balance. Too little and we get irritable and can’t focus. Too much and we’re groggy and feel unrested. There’s something that happens to our bodies […]

Resisting A Rest: Common Sleep Disorders

Most people have experienced an odd night of poor sleep due to stress, excess caffeine, or excitement. Usually, these sleepless nights lead to a grumbly, groggy, brain-foggy next day. It doesn’t feel good. Now, imagine experiencing that day after day after day. For many Canadians, that’s a reality. There are a number of disorders that […]

Auto Accidents

It started with a routine trip to the store. Suddenly you hear a screeching of tires and the harsh sound of metal hitting metal. In the split second before you can brace yourself, you feel your car moving from some unseen force! Hidden Damage It’s tempting to minimize your own injuries because your car has […]

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