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How Acupuncture Helps with Weight Loss

How Acupuncture Helps with Weight Loss Acupuncture can target many biologic systems with specific acupoints. Modulation of the nervous system, endocrine system, and digestive system with acupuncture can enhance your body’s ability to achieve homeostasis and altogether manage weight loss. Let’s explore how this holistic approach influences key bodily functions…
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Snow Shovelling Injuries

Snow Shovelling Injuries: How to prevent them with Chiropractic Care Engaging in the winter chore of snow shovelling is a common activity for many individuals. However, it can result in unexpected injuries if not undertaken with caution. This blog post delves into prevalent snow shovelling injuries and highlights how chiropractic…
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What is Wellness?

What is Wellness? Improving wellness will show up in many aspects of life as it relates to everything we do, every day. It’s helpful to be aware of the different dimensions of wellness so that you can can strive for healthier behaviours and balance. All dimensions influence each other, when…
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8 Factors That Contribute to a Quality Sleep

8 Factors That Contribute to a Quality Sleep Sleep is an important part of our daily well-being that many people take for granted. Sleep can affect memory, mood, alertness, and several other key parts of daily functioning. Some factors may impact sleep like work and school, making it a difficult…
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What is Osteopathy?

What is Osteopathy? In the realm of healthcare, various approaches exist to facilitate the body’s natural healing process. Osteopathy, often misunderstood or conflated with other medical practices, stands as a distinct holistic approach to rehabilitation. Osteopaths, or manual osteopathic practitioners, focus on hands-on therapies, emphasizing the body’s musculoskeletal system and…
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Sprains vs Breaks

Sprains vs Breaks Connective tissue injuries are common occurrences that affect the musculoskeletal system, causing discomfort and impairing movement. Among these injuries, two prevalent types are sprains and breaks. While both affect the skeletal system, they differ significantly in their nature, severity, and recovery processes. Connective Tissues Connective tissues constitute…
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5 Benefits of Massage Therapy

5 Benefits of Massage Therapy   In a world where stress seems to be an unwelcome companion and restful sleep feels elusive, the allure of massage therapy as a remedy has steadily gained traction. There are countless benefits to getting a massage beyond relaxation alone. Here are five compelling reasons…
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Acupuncture and Gastrointestinal Health

Acupuncture and Gastrointestinal Health The ancient practice of acupuncture has gained significant popularity in recent years as a complementary therapy for a wide range of health conditions. Among its many applications, acupuncture has shown promise in promoting gastrointestinal and gut health. This blog post explores the science behind acupuncture and…
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Scoliosis & Chiropractic Care

Scoliosis & Chiropractic Care What Is Scoliosis? Scoliosis is a condition that affects the curvature of the spine, causing it to curve sideways rather than maintaining its natural straight alignment. To understand how our practitioners at Harmony Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic can provide relief, it’s essential to first grasp what…