How Long Does it Take for a Neck Strain to Heal?
Neck strain is a medical term that describes when one or more neck muscles, ligaments, or tendons are injured. Symptoms include stiffness, limited mobility (left/right and up/down), general discomfort, and pain. These symptoms get in the way of work, enjoyment of recreational activities, and can make the simple act of turning one’s head to […]
How Long Does it Take for Ribs to Heal?
You’ve recently sustained a rib injury and have quickly realized how debilitating it can be. Not only does it frustrate your ability to work, play sports, and enjoy a wide number of activities, it can be bothersome to walk and breathe. And forget about sleeping normally for awhile unless you’re blessed with the ability to […]
Who Should I See for Back Pain?
You’ve got back pain. Whether it’s the lower, middle, or upper back it’s a major inconvenience that can disrupt the smallest of movements. It can keep you from work, sports, and all sorts of activities. It can make sitting down for a cup of coffee a serious chore. You can’t take it for another day […]
Physiotherapy for Fractured Ribs
If you’ve sustained a rib fracture then you know the frustration. Unlike with a broken arm, wrist, leg, ankle and so forth, ribs cannot be put into a cast. Physicians don’t even prescribe compression wraps for rib fractures because they can restrict breathing and may subsequently lead to pneumonia. In some cases compression wraps for […]
Neck Pain Treatment to Look Forward To
Neck pain is extremely common in Canada. While more often diagnosed in women, in people aged 40-69 years of age, and those engaged in certain professions, it affects people of all ages, genders, and walks of life. Risk factors for developing neck pain include (but are not exclusive to) being overweight/obese, living a sedentary lifestyle, and other […]
Chiropractor for Women
You’ve identified one or more signs that it’s time to see a chiropractor. However, you want to find a clinic that you’re comfortable with which is why you’ve gone online and searched for a “chiropractor for women” near you. You’ve found the place you’re looking for. Here’s why. 3 Reasons Why Women in Greater Vancouver […]
5 Signs it’s Time to See a Chiropractor
There are certain things that your vehicle does to indicate that it’s time for a tune-up. You don’t put that off because you don’t want to be left stranded on the side of the road somewhere. You also realize that ignoring the small stuff can lead to bigger problems and a much bigger bill from […]
Open for Emergency Chiropractic Care in Greater Vancouver
Are you suffering from an acute condition and are in need of emergency in-person chiropractic care? If pain is preventing you from performing daily activities required to maintain a reasonable standard of living you may not have to wait for mandatory clinic closures to be lifted. As of May 2020 qualified Greater Vancouver residents are […]
A Chiropractor for What?
We’re not going to get into the definition of what chiropractic work is. You can find that here. You also already know that a chiropractor can treat and provide relief for neck pain and back pain, and is who you need to visit when it comes to your ICBC claim. If that’s what you’re interested in, by […]
Worst Activities for Lower Back Pain
Most lower back pain is the result of musculoskeletal problems. The pain and discomfort you are feeling may be the result of sprains or strains in the muscles, ligaments, or joints within or those that support the lower back. Of course, there are also systemic causes of lower back pain that require medical care. Whichever the case, a visit […]