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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Are Chiropractors Doctors?” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23f8941e” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”3346″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Opponents of chiropractic medicine often point out that chiropractors are not doctors. Of course, the truthfulness of this statement depends on what they mean by “doctor.” If they mean that most chiropractors are not physicians or surgeons, then they are correct. The majority of chiropractors do not […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”How Your Wallet Can Contribute to Back Pain” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23f8941e” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”3348″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The phrase “watch your wallet” almost always refers to finances or money management. However, your physical wallet could also be causing your back pain. How so? If you keep your wallet in your back pocket and sit on it for hours at […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”The Intersection of Therapeutic Massage and Chiropractic Treatment” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23f8941e” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”3350″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Therapeutic massage and chiropractic treatment have a lot in common, especially from a patient’s point of view. For example, both therapies can relieve pain, help you de-stress, and aid in preventing future injuries. So how do you know if you need chiropractic […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”When Does a Chiropractic Problem Need Immediate Attention?” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23f8941e” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”3352″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A common question patients ask about all sorts of medical issues is “When do I need immediate help?” Whether the problem is a cut or a toothache, some medical complaints require urgent attention while others can be delayed until a scheduled appointment. […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Chiropractic Care and Chronic Medical Conditions” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23f8941e” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”3354″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Chiropractic care can be helpful for a variety of chronic, or long-lasting, medical conditions. These include spinal issues, sciatica, chronic pain, headaches, and many others. But what about non-orthopaedic chronic medical conditions – diseases that do not primarily affect the bones, joints, and connective […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Should Chiropractic Treatments Be Painful?” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23f8941e” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”3356″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] On YouTube, it’s possible to find compilations of chiropractic adjustments featuring very audible cracks and gasps from patients. You may even wince in sympathy from watching these. However, the fact is that chiropractic treatment is generally painless. After all, two of the major goals of […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”How Soon After Surgery Can You Have Chiropractic Treatment?” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23f8941e” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”3358″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Surgical operations are a standard part of modern medicine. By many estimates, the average person will have about nine surgical procedures during their lifetime, including outpatient and in-office procedures. These surgeries may be quite minor and routine, such as a mole […]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When it comes to your health, preventative care is just as important as responsive care, if not more so. For example, you visit your dentist every six months for a cleaning to help prevent cavities and gum disease. Women of a certain age receive regular mammograms for the early detection of possible breast cancer. It’s […]

Most people realise that proper nutrition is essential to good health. But what you may not know is that your chiropractor can be a detailed source of nutritional and diet advice. Chiropractors are trained in not only the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system, but they also receive in-depth instruction concerning metabolism, nutrient deficiencies, […]

Dr. Mary Lynch, the former president of the Canadian Pain Society, has reported that one in five Canadians suffers from chronic pain. For many of these individuals, their pain is a direct result of some type of accident. Accidents of any type may cause traumatic injury or aggravate a pre-existing illness, condition, or old injury. […]