How would you like a treatment that helps reduce stress, improve digestion, enhance sleep quality, and boost energy? While this may sound tempting, we understand that if you’re afraid of needles, you may be averse to the treatment that can offer you these — acupuncture. Acupuncture comes with many benefits, but we know there are […]

There is growing evidence that acupuncture is safe, has no adverse side effects, and has a number of amazing health benefits. While this traditional ancient Chinese medicine is great for adults, can it be safe and beneficial for kids? A Harvard-affiliated children’s hospital study backs the belief that acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment […]

So you've been hitting the gym for as long as you can remember, yet cannot explain why you still are carrying an extra 20 pounds. The problem may not be with the gym or the time you spend working out. It may be time to consider the relationship among your workout routine, what you eat, […]

Is It Time to Replace My Mattress? 11 Signs It Is Conventional wisdom has it that a mattress should be replaced roughly every ten years. The exact time can depend on the material, but most mattresses last about that long.  As you near the end of that time, you may wonder when exactly you should […]

The holiday season can be fun, joyous, chaotic, and stressful all at the same time. Throughout the winter holidays, many of us are busy decorating our homes, shopping for presents, standing and cooking for hours, and running errands. According to Canadian Federation of Podiatric Medicine: “75 percent of Canadians will experience foot health problems in […]

Physiotherapy treatment can address the needs of clients suffering from injuries and acute or chronic conditions. Several therapeutic devices are often employed to help relieve pain and promote healing. One approach that modern clinics use is laser therapy, which uses photons of light to help reduce pain while encouraging healing. It is used for a […]

Knee pain is a common ailment affecting people of all ages. Although it is prevalent in older adults, knee pain can also occur in young people. Arthritis is often considered the number one culprit for knee pain, but certain activities (e.g. sports and dance) -- and genetics -- may also be contributory factors. When it […]

Chronic pain is tough to deal with. The smallest things, like standing up from a chair or playing with your kids or grandkids, become a constant struggle between daily life and escaping the pain. Treatment options work a little differently from each other, which is why sometimes a combined approach is most successful. Physiotherapy (also […]

Injuries caused by running include sprains, shin splints, Achilles tendonitis, and “runner's knee” take a toll on the body. Using the tips below, take preventative measures against painful injuries that greatly reduce your performance. In the event that you are injured, seek physiotherapy and medical help immediately to prevent further damage. Wear Proper Footwear Wearing […]

At least 13% of adults experience neck pain. One component of neck pain is neck strain. Soft tissue surrounds and supports the neck, consisting of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Normal movement of the neck is critical to keeping the head upright and avoiding injury to the cervical spine. In order to prevent neck pain there […]