We see many kids and adults who come into our Newmarket chiropractic office wondering if there is anything that can be done to help with scoliosis. They have been told to just “watch and wait”. There is always something that one can do to help mitigate, manage, and sometimes even reduce their curve.
Read MoreLow back pain is common today, and ‘couch slouch’ is adding to the prevalence of low back pain. Sitting in this relaxed posture is creating a bad postural pattern that is not easily corrected. Some muscles get stretched, some get shortened. Ligaments stretch to abnormal positions and discs undergo a tremendous amount of stress. Long-term this can cause inflammation and pain, disc degeneration, sciatica, and spinal arthritis. Simply, poor posture over time causes damage to the spine.
Read MoreOne of the most frequent questions I get in my Newmarket chiropractic office is, “Why am I so stiff in the morning.” “First movement” pain or morning stiffness usually lasts approximately 15-45 minutes for those who experience it.
Read MoreDon’t think your posture matters? Think again. Your mother was right when she told you to “sit-up”. The evidence is clear, your posture matters! Here is what some have to say about posture:
Read MoreIn almost 15 years of being a chiropractor in Newmarket and seeing thousands of patients, I have found that only a small percentage of people can recognize when they are “out” or misaligned.
Read MoreI recently had an older patient (late 70’s) come to see me for a “2nd opinion” in my Newmarket chiropractic office because they had heard we “test, don’t guess” and […]
Read MoreCongratulations! You’re pregnant! Such an exciting time for you – I know, I have 2 young ones myself – Silas and Sybil, and my wife was a champion (still is! 😊) throughout her pregnancies. As you already know, your body is going through some changes, some enjoyable and some not so enjoyable. Back pain is not something you signed up or even thought about when you became pregnant.
Read MoreFats (omega 3s) that are good! There are a couple of essential nutrients that your body needs to be healthy that it cannot make or get enough from the food […]
Read MoreMost, if not at all adult spinal problems start in childhood. Wow! Really? Yes. Wear and tear spinal damage (arthritis) can take years to develop, we all know this. This […]
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