back pain

Winters Best Workout: Snow Shovelling!

Winters Best Workout: Snow Shovelling!

By Bryan Lynd (physiotherapist)

Treating this winter chore as exercise and give it the respect it deserves. As a physiotherapist I see a variety of injuries each year related to snow shovelling. Most commonly I see lower back strains and shoulder injuries. To help prevent you from needing to see me for a snow shovelling related injury, follow my advice below.

Ho Ho… Oh My Back! Does Santa Get Back Pain?

Ho Ho… Oh My Back! Does Santa Get Back Pain?

by Dr. Travis Bissonette (chiropractor)

As Christmas is fast approaching, Santa is probably gearing up for another night of delivering gifts to boys and girls all around the world. As a chiropractor, I am worried about Santa’s back. Low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide and contributes to a considerable proportion of absences from work.1 If Santa has to miss work because of back pain, millions of children won’t get the presents they wished for. So, what are some of the risk factors for low back pain that Santa should be aware of?

Moving Naturally As We Were Intended To Move: An Introduction to MovNat

Moving Naturally As We Were Intended To Move:  An Introduction to MovNat

By Bryan Lynd (physiotherapist)

This article will be the first of many more blogs to follow that discuss the importance of natural movement. While this blog is educational in nature, it is only meant to serve as a surface level introduction to these concepts. For a list of resources to further research natural movement please visit the references at the bottom. Before attempting anything mentioned in this article it is suggested that you consult with a licensed health care practitioner such as a physiotherapist, chiropractor, or sports medicine physician. Enjoy!

Core.Porate Machines: An Office Based Workout

Core.Porate Machines: An Office Based Workout

We are all crunched for time, so why not incorporate this workout into your daily routine?

There is no reason that we can’t get out of our seats at our desk in order to prevent a multitude of chronic conditions that are associated with an overly sedentary lifestyle…at work and at home.

Read more about getting engaged, getting active, and getting reactivated while you work…