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…
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…
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…
TMJ Disorders & Treatments In our fast-paced, stress-laden lives, we often unknowingly carry the weight of our tensions and anxieties in our bodies. One area that frequently bears the brunt of this strain is the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ. Temporomandibular disorder (TMD), is a common yet often misunderstood condition that…
Tendinitis vs. Tendinosis Tendons are strong bands of fibrous tissue that connect muscles to bones. When tendons become inflamed or irritated, it can cause pain and limited mobility which can affect our overall performance. However, not all tendon injuries are the same. Two common conditions that affect tendons are…
Acupuncture & Fatigue Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that is an effective treatment for stress relief and fatigue. This type of treatment particularly offers a non-drug approach for stress management! Why acupuncture for experiencingfatigue? Fatigue may present in a mental, physical or emotional form. Traditional Chinese…
Slo-pitch Shoulder Injury & Chiropractic Tis’ the season to play some ball! Diamonds are warming up for the spring and that means slo-pitch is about to get under way. For many, slo-pitch is a means to socialize with friends while getting in some physical activity. Unfortunately, this often means many…
Basketball Ankle Sprains As with all sports, injuries are bound to happen. Unfortunately, in basketball it is quite easy to injure your ankle. The constant bursts, stops, jumping, and twisting can take a burden on our bodies. One misstep or wrong landing can cause a painful injury. Ankle sprains…
Acupuncture & Stress Management Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that is a very effective treatment for stress relief. This type treatment offers a non-drug approach for stress management! How does stress affect our body? Regardless of your lifestyle, finding the right stress relief treatment is important…
Insomnia & Acupuncture Care Sleep is a special state of the body, brain and mind during which we not only restore our capability to startanother day but also repair, detoxify, and heal ourselves, on both aphysical and mental level. In essence, our wellbeing depends on good sleep. Research continues…