Rotator Cuff Injuries & Chiropractic Care What is the rotator cuff and how does it get injured? The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint and work to keep the bone of the upper arm securely within the shoulder socket.…
Bad Posture & Chiropractic You probably remember as a kid being told to “stop slouching” and not thinking anything of it at the time but as you get older, you may know start to understand. Maintaining good posture goes beyond appearance, it can prevent strain on…
Acute vs. Chronic Pain Any pain you are experiencing is unpleasant to say the least. There are a couple different types of pain that occur, and the main difference between them is the cause of pain. What are the Different Types of Pain?…
Shoveling season is upon us! Do you know how to shovel safely to avoid injury?? Keep reading to learn about the mistakes you DON’T want to make. Every year we keep getting bombarded with snow, and every year it still seems to take us by surprise. At the first…
Bulging Disc & Chiropractic Care You’ve been diagnosed with a bulging disc by your doctor. What does that mean and how can you get pain relief for it? To better understand what this injury means for you, let’s talk about the anatomy of your spine. Your spine is made…
Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVAs) You’re driving to work on a rainy morning in Kelowna and you’re making a turn onto another road. You have to slow down suddenly in the turning lane and someone rear ends you because they were going too fast to stop. What do…
Whip It Good! If you have experienced whiplash at any point in your life, you understand how debilitating the effects can be. This soft tissue injury of the neck occurs due to a sudden and unexpected extension and flexion of the neck. Pain can begin anywhere from 2 to…
Are All Chiropractic Patients Adjusted The Same Way? Many initial patients who have not had chiropractic treatment before do not know what to expect. Some are terrified of chiropractors adjusting body parts such as the neck. Others are nervous or fearful. One common question patients ask…
Top 10 Tips for Sitting At Work So, your back and neck hurt constantly. You’re sitting at a desk staring at a computer screen all day at work and you don’t have any pain relief until you are up and moving. What could be the cause? A…
Chiropractic Care for Knee and Ankle Injuries Millions of people across the globe have had some sort of surgical work done on their knees or ankles. Even more people avoid contacting their doctor about their knee or ankle pain because they don’t want to go through…