January is often considered a month of renewal. Many of us start the year off with resolutions to make healthier choices during the coming months. Walk into any local gym right now and you will be greeted by a multitude of people keen to become more healthy and “turn over a new leaf”. While I …
Acupuncture based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), focuses on bringing balance to the body. Therefore, optimal health is maintaining equilibrium within. What does this mean? Our bodies are influenced by external factors such as food, lifestyle habits, exercise and developing good eating habits, one can achieve disease-free longevity and may recover quickly from injuries and illnesses. Due to the demands of our work and lifestyle, it is …
It seems to be the time of year when people are reflecting on their past year and thinking ahead about plans for the New Year. Maybe you are thinking about a new project, a vacation, or a healthy lifestyle change such as quitting smoking. Let’s face it, the thought of standing huddled outside in the cold in January, trying to stay warm just to have a cigarette, is probably something that you could do without, for many reasons. As there is a growing body of research showing evidence on the effectiveness of hypnosis and guided imagery, …
It is officially Flu season in Canada! Let’s prevent the Flu this year using Homeopathy. Symptoms of the Flu: Sore Throat Chills Fever Blocked/ Runny Nose Sinusitis Muscle and Joint pains Headaches/ Migraines Fatigue What is Homeopathy/ Homeopathic Remedies Homeopathy is an Alternative system of Medicines Homeopathy Treats each individual by enhancing there body’s natural healing …
The gluteal muscles of your buttocks are among the largest and strongest in the body. They are responsible for moving your leg at the hip joint. More specifically, they extend your thigh, help with rotation, and help keep your pelvis stabilized and strong. For example, every time you climb the stairs, get out of your …
With spring around the corner, it’s time to get out the golf clubs and dust them off. If you have been sitting around during the long months of winter with not too much physical activity, now is the time to be getting your body back into shape. Along with physically moving well again, many athletes …
One of the best tools for spotting inflammation is thermography (infra-red imaging). It is well documented that inflammation is a precursor to many diseases. As well as detecting inflammation, thermography is extremely useful for pinpointing neurological, vascular and circulatory dysfunction, and revealing injury to muscles and bones. Breast Thermography can also give a better view of …
One of the key qualities I recognize in my patients that come regularly is that they are in tune with themselves. They know their bodies. When a patient comes to me for the first time they are always surprised at how many things I can help them with. Many of the pains and symptoms that …
Self Care is the Key to Optimal Well Being Life is very busy and fragmented for most of us these days. We are pulled in many directions at the same time with lots to do, and it can be overwhelming. Usually the first thing to ditch is caring for one’s self. skipping exercise and fresh …
Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful moments in a woman’s life. Each woman dreams of the perfect pregnancy with no pain, no vomiting, etc…. It is possible if the future mum’s body has effective adaptive capacities against weight gain, modification of her center of gravity and baby’s development. When a pain or discomfort develops, …