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If you don't find a solution to your problems, your body will!
Posture: A window to the spine
What is the Arthrostim and why do we use it with all our patients?
Why do we take and re-take X-Rays?
As a follow-up to our last Podcast, "Is there such a thing as a perfect X-ray?", we review why we take X-rays in the first place and why we re-take X-rays throughout your care. We also discuss the information we gather when we see your X-rays and explain how it helps us dictate your care.
Curious how your spine would look like? Contact us here for more information.
Is there such a thing as a perfect Xray?
Bulletproof Your Lower Back
Do we adjust someone with scoliosis differently?
4 Effects of Untreated Whiplash
Quick and easy body composition to stay accountable to your goals for 2023
Want help to stay accountable for your health and fitness goals for 2023? We now have the ability to quickly assess your body composition (muscle vs fat) to help you stay on track and measure your progress as you continue to get healthier.
Want your own body composition to measure your starting point for 2023. Let us know on your next visit or contact our office at info@lindenwoodschiropractic.com for more information.
Healthy Holidays
Getting through the holidays can be difficult and take its toll on our overall health. Overeating, staying up late, no routine and sometimes more stress!
In this episode Drs. Dan and Pascal review the top 3 tips to proactively stay healthy over the holidays so you can start 2023 with momentum on your side!
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Are you health rich or health poor?
Is our health just based on luck or hard work? Yes, there is a small genetic component to our health however, we have more control of our overall health and wellbeing than we realize. Health is the natural state of the body, we just have to give it the right environment to thrive. Therefore, the question we should be asking ourselves is, what am I doing today to help my body thrive?
Listen in on Dr.Dan and Dr. Pascal as they discuss this topic.
Healing is uncomfortable
Yes, we all want to get better, feel better, lose weight, get in shape without doing any work. It's just human nature! But unfortunately, healing, or changing a behaviour, or starting a workout is uncomfortable. We have to do things differently, we have change our habits or ways of doing things. And change is hard, and uncomfortable!
Today we review the best strategies to help you heal and get better faster while still being realistic on what you need to do to get better.
Is it normal for teenagers to get headaches?
Most Canadians will suffer from at least one headache in their lifetime; however, just because it is common, does not mean it is normal. Headache triggers can vary from environment, food, stress, dehydration and others. But for teenagers, poor posture is usually at the top of the list.
Poor posture will lead to extra pressure in the upper back and neck resulting in pain and usually a headache. In this episode we review the most common factors as to why your teenager may be experiencing headaches and what can be done about it.
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What is rucking and how can it improve your health?
Rucking is simply the action of walking with weight on your back. It builds muscle and strength while improving cardio and endurance. Bringing both types of exercises together provides a fuller range of benefits to improve your health. You can burn up to 3x more calories than walking but also less stressful on knees and hips.
In this episode, Drs. Dan and Pascal discuss how rucking can help you stay fit and strong.
Random Show
In this episode of The Healthy Commute Podcast, we discuss our favourite workouts, our kryptonite (late night snacking), night time routine, great books we have read, how we de-stress and some great patient results we have seen recently in the office.
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The Connection Between Pain and Your Brain
Did you know the feeling of pain is something your brain decides you should experience if it believes there is some tissue damage in your body?
In fact, your brain can decide that you should feel pain even if it only thinks there is a potential threat of tissue damage. It may seem strange, but it’s up to your brain to decide whether you should feel pain or not.
In this episode we review the connection between your pain and your brain and discuss 5 habits to incorporate to have the best outcome possible for anyone dealing with pain.
Why does our risk of falls increase as we age?
In this episode we review the 3 key factors that may contribute to a loss of balance or falls. This includes postural breakdown, lack of movement and a general loss of strength.
"Doc... I feel overwhelmed by all the stretches and exercises I need to do to get better... what should I do?"
When patients start care, they are usually excited to get started and do whatever it takes to get better. But a few short weeks later, they may feel overwhelmed with the stretches and exercises we have given them, plus any other exercises from their physiotherapist, message therapist or athletic therapist.
In this episode, we review what key things to keep top of mind to continue to get better but make it more manageable.
Can I get adjusted during pregnancy? And should my baby get checked after birth?
Sometimes we are the first to know.... "Doc, I haven't even told my family yet, but I'm pregnant! Can I still get adjusted? And will my newborn need an adjustment after the birth?"
We get that question a lot. Yes! Getting adjusted during your pregnancy is safe and ideal for you and your baby.
In this episode, Drs. Dan and Pascal discuss the benefits of chiropractic care throughout pregnancy and for the baby after the delivery.
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