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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

          A Chiropractic Patient’s Testimonial

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            I would like to share this testimonial written by one of my Gelley Chiropractic Office (St.Vital) patients. “For over nine years I had my own business, sewing and manufacturing baby products. I had one lady who sewed my most popular items like car seat covers and buntings, etc. but I sewed for 8 – 10 hours a day making clothing. I sewed a lot of Disney jackets made with beach… Read More »A Chiropractic Patient’s Testimonial

            Relieving Overworked Neck Muscles: Techniques, Symptoms, and Lifestyle Adjustments

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              The muscles at the back of the neck, found deep to the trapezius, play a crucial role in neck movement and stability. These muscles range from small, diagonal fibers to larger muscles that originate in the upper thoracic spine and attach to the neck or base of the skull. Their primary function is to aid in extending the neck and head, with some muscles also contributing to neck rotation. When… Read More »Relieving Overworked Neck Muscles: Techniques, Symptoms, and Lifestyle Adjustments

              Neck Circles (CARs) for neck mobility

                This is another one of my exercises that I give to athletes/patients in the controlled articular rotations (CARs) category. The training method and acronym is popularized by Dr Andreo Spina. It was taught to me at a Functional Range Conditioning course in Winnipeg.  I call them “circles” to my patients because it’s easier for them to understand.  What I like about CARs is that they are easy, yet challenging, and… Read More »Neck Circles (CARs) for neck mobility