You’re eager to get moving and achieve your fitness goals, but the last thing you want is an injury that puts your progress on hold. What exactly does it mean to be “in shape,” and how can you achieve it without risking harm? Defining Being in Shape Being in shape isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept. It’s not about conforming to a predetermined standard, whether you’re a professional hockey player or a… Read More »Get in Shape without Injuries
As a Chiropractor, I treat a number of people because of back pain. I have a number of patients who come in figuring they have typical lower back pain (disc derrangement, facet syndrome, sciatica, mechanical lower back pain) and most times they are correct. But there are those situations where it isn’t typical. One of the atypical situations that I have seen is lower back pain due to cancer. Though… Read More »Back Pain: It is not always typical
When people think of back or neck pain, they often imagine accidents or heavy lifting. However, many of my chiropractic patients experience pain with no clear cause—often from long hours at a desk or on their feet without taking a movement break. Even though the forces involved are minimal, the prolonged stress on the spine from these sedentary habits can lead to significant discomfort. These sustained positions cause an increase… Read More »Movement Breaks to Minimize Neck and Back Pain
As a Chiropractor lower back pain is one of the most common problems that I see at my Winnipeg offices. A number of my patients come to me with an MRI report in hand and it’s findings. These findings can give us some good information about our patients in conjunction with a full history and physical examination. On its own, the results of the MRI may result in an improper… Read More »The MRI and Lower Back Pain Controversy
Core training is crucial in both fitness and back rehabilitation. The primary goal is to enhance spine stability by improving muscle stiffness. Stability refers to the spine’s ability to maintain or quickly recover its position after being disturbed. Stronger muscles around the spine lead to greater stability. This is especially important for those with back issues, as “individuals with higher muscle activation had a higher margin of safety in terms… Read More »Core Training for Spine Stability: The Impact of Rowing Exercises
Cervicogenic Headache Treatment Guide Comprehensive Care for Neck-Related Headaches | Dr. Christopher Notley, Chiropractor Understanding Cervicogenic Headaches Cervicogenic headaches originate from dysfunction in the upper cervical spine and neck muscles. These secondary headaches affect approximately 15-20% of all chronic headache sufferers and can significantly impact daily activities when left untreated. What Are Cervicogenic Headaches? Cervicogenic headaches are secondary headaches that originate from disorders or lesions within the cervical spine and… Read More »Understanding cervicogenic headaches
The Cat Cow exercise is often used to begin gentle movement in the lumbar spine. It is frequently one of the first exercises that I give for those with back pain depending on spine tolerance. When used as a controlled articular rotation exercise it aids in keeping the discs, joints, muscles and ligaments around the lumbar spine (and the thoracic spine, more mobility and healthy. Experiencing pain is not what… Read More »Cat-cow exercise for lower back mobility and joint health
Introduction Experiencing an acute injury sports injury, such as an ankle sprain or muscle strain, can be distressing. It’s natural to feel concerned and unsure about the best course of action for a speedy recovery. In this podcast episode, Dr. Notley, a Winnipeg chiropractor and athletic therapist, explores the evolution of acute injury care over the past 25 years. He discusses how traditional principles have been updated and expanded to… Read More »Evolving Sports Injury Care: Winnipeg chiropractor’s View
This week I’d like to introduce to you the overhead squat while facing the wall. This is one of the exercises that I commonly recommend to my athletes. The reason I prescribe this exercise to them was to help them with improving their mobility in their thoracic spine. This was one of the reasons for their shoulders being a problem when they performed the overhead squat. I like this exercise… Read More »Exercise of the week: Overhead squat facing wall
As you may know, I am on Twitter (@drnotley). I meet many interesting people on there and see many people who have had successes in their goals of loosing weight and getting healthy. One such individual is Kym (@kymberley76). Kym is a true success story and she should be applauded for her transformation. She did it the old fashioned way; hard work and good nutrition. I decided to email Kym… Read More »Weight Loss and Getting Healthy Success Story – An Interview
