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Headache: Cervicogenic headaches

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    What is a cervicogenic headache? The word cervicogenic is defined as something originating from the cervical spine or other anatomical structures in the neck, such as nerves or muscles. Therefore, a cervicogenic headache (CGH) is a headache originating from the cervical spine or the structures in the neck.  A cervicogenic headache is considered  a secondary headache because it is the result of an underlying condition, for example, a neck injury.… Read More »Headache: Cervicogenic headaches

    Recent Back Injury? Core exercises to minimize spinal load

      If you’re recovering from a recent back injury or are just starting core training, it’s important to choose exercises that not only strengthen your core but also minimize the risk of re-injury. In this post, I’ll break down some of the best core exercises for those in the subacute phase of recovery, and why they are effective, based on the latest biomechanics research. Awhile back I attended a seminar by… Read More »Recent Back Injury? Core exercises to minimize spinal load

      Your Tension-Type Headache Guide

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        Tension-type headache (TTH) is the most common type of headache, affecting up to 78% of people at some point in their lives. Specifically, tension headache feels like a dull, aching pain or pressure around your forehead, temples, or the back of your head and neck – often described as feeling like a tight band around your head.

        Research: Chronic Spinal Pain comparing medication, acupuncture and spinal manipulation

          As a Chiropractor and Athletic Therapist I treat a lot of backs and necks.  Approximately 80% of the population will have back pain in their lifetime. Between 6 and 22% of people have chronic neck pain. Four to 10% of people will experience chronic back pain. Millions of dollars are spend caring for people with chronic spinal pain.  For neck pain, in Australia, the direct cost of medical examinations and therapies… Read More »Research: Chronic Spinal Pain comparing medication, acupuncture and spinal manipulation

          Try this daily activity or your ankles: Ankle Circles (CARs)

            For a healthy ankle joint you need to move and use the joint. Ankle circles or CARs (Controlled articular rotations) are a way to: Dr Notley, Winnipeg Chiropractor and Athletic therapist, demonstrates how he performs ankle circles in this video The intent during this exercise is to be active in the process and attempt to work at the outer limits of the joints motion. If you are experiencing ankle pain… Read More »Try this daily activity or your ankles: Ankle Circles (CARs)

            Mindfulness Meditation: A Simple Guide to Awareness and Pain Management

              I must admit, I don’t regularly practice meditation myself. However, as a healthcare professional, I believe in the value of techniques supported by consistent research. Mindfulness meditation may not help everyone, but it could make a significant difference for some, particularly for those managing chronic pain, stress, or conditions like headaches, TMJ pain, or lower back discomfort. What is Mindfulness Meditation? Among the various types of meditation, Mindfulness Meditation is… Read More »Mindfulness Meditation: A Simple Guide to Awareness and Pain Management

              How to deal with pain during training

                You’ve been training consistently for several months.  You’ve been adding weight to your squat but recently you’ve started to experience left knee pain during your squat. This can be worrisome. You might start thinking you are causing damage. Though this may be true that ,in some cases, pain is an indication of damage in many cases that is not the case.   Pain is a warning system. It indicates that there… Read More »How to deal with pain during training