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Vestibular Rehabilitation: An exercise-based program to improve balance and reduce dizziness-related problems. Who benefits from vestibular rehabilitation? Patients typically referred for vestibular rehabilitation therapy are those diagnosed with dizziness, imbalance, vertigo, Meniere’s syndrome, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), neck-related dizziness and migraines. Other candidates are patients who have had a stroke or brain injury or

All chiropractors are trained to work with patients who are pregnant. Not only is it safe to see a chiropractor during pregnancy, but it is also one of the best decisions you can make to help you feel your best and enjoy this special time. Your chiropractor can treat you right up to your delivery

We often hear people tell us that they have arthritis, so they know that “they’ll always have pain in a certain area”. Good news….this simply isn’t true. Research has found no correlation between findings of arthritis on x-ray and pain symptoms. This means you can look like a 90-year-old on the inside and feel like

It’s finally the time of year to pack up the car for long road trips! While sitting for long periods of time can hurt your back and neck, the added effect of the movements and vibrations in a car can increase your chances of pain or injury. Check out these 5 tips from the Canadian

Foam rollers come in a range of sizes, lengths, surface textures and densities, from low density (semi-soft) to high density (extra firm). All foam rollers are made of some type of durable synthetic plastic material. On the soft end, you will find the Polyethylene foam rollers. Standard density foam rollers are usually made of Ethylene

In the weeks and days leading up to time changes, you can ease yourself into the transition with these 5 simple steps: 1. WAKE UP A LITTLE EARLIER Two to three days before the transition between Standard Time and Daylight Savings Time, wake up 15-20 minutes earlier than usual. Then, on the Saturday before the

The human body is made up of 80% water and it takes only a small 2% loss in body mass (i.e. water weight) to have profound effects on your system. The following symptoms are indications that you may not be properly hydrated: – Tiredness (Dehydration is the #1 cause of fatigue!)– Struggling in class (more

With the gardening season upon us, we’re sharing 10 safety tips & techniques. Don’t let pain take the joy out of gardening for you! 1. Wear comfortable shoes with good cushioning and arch support – don’t garden barefoot or in flip flops. Everything in your body is connected. Protecting your feet will serve your efforts