How Chiropractic Care Promotes Healthy Aging
In Canada, the average life expectancy is increasing and is reported as 80 for males and 84 for females1; however, are Canadians living...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Oct 4, 2022
- 2 min
October is National Chiropractic Month
Did you know October is National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM)? Started by the American Chiropractic Association, the holiday’s...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Aug 9, 2022
- 4 min
The Complete Guide for Muscle Knots (Everything you need to know + tips for relief)
Chances are, you’ve experienced the tender, achy feeling of a muscle knot at some point in your life. Research has shown that muscle...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Jul 12, 2022
- 3 min
Which forms of exercise can relieve the pain of arthritis?
Aches and pains can convince us that our joints need a rest, but often the opposite is true. There are many ways that swelling, stiff...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Jul 5, 2022
- 3 min
The top 6 common myths about chiropractic treatment
Many Canadians continue to have questions about the role that chiropractors play in the healthcare team, and what benefits chiropractic...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- May 31, 2022
- 3 min
Recreational Activities to Minimize Stress and Prevent Back Pain
Going to the chiropractor can help relieve pain and prevent injuries but being active is also a great way to help keep your spine...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- May 17, 2022
- 2 min
Who Gets Back Pain?
Pretty much, anyone, it depends on where it hurts. Upper Back Chronic upper back pain affects 15 to 19% of people globally. Those...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- May 10, 2022
- 3 min
Back Pain Prevention
With the number of sources of back pain, you might think it’s inevitable. It is not. There are steps you can take to reduce your risk of...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- May 3, 2022
- 2 min
Back Pain Causes
Among all the different areas of back pain—neck pain, upper back pain, lower back pain, and tailbone pain—there’s a host of conditions...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Mar 1, 2022
- 2 min
7 Reasons to Stay Active
For many of us, reducing the spread of COVID-19 has meant long periods of isolation at home. This pandemic has disrupted our routines,...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Feb 22, 2022
- 2 min
Wearing Shoes Inside Is a Good Idea After All. Here’s Why…
Thanks to COVID-19, many of us have spent the better part of a year either barefoot or in slippers. When you work from home, can't leave...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Feb 8, 2022
- 3 min
7 Daily Habits That Are Totally Sapping Your Energy
Do you feel like a constant infusion of coffee is the only thing getting you through the day, even though you're logging plenty of...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Dec 21, 2021
- 2 min
Chiropractic for Soft Tissue Therapy
When you think about going to the chiropractor, you might envision a chiropractic adjustment. In addition to the adjustment, your...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Dec 14, 2021
- 3 min
What is the Difference Between a Sprain & a Strain?
If you’ve ever tried to define sprains and strains but can’t quite identify the difference between the two, you’re not alone. These two...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Nov 30, 2021
- 2 min
Tips to Prevent Cold-Weather Injuries and Stay Healthy
With December approaching, we are constantly reminded about the coming festivities. Associated with these festive holidays are rapid...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Nov 23, 2021
- 2 min
Avoid Back Pain When Shoveling Snow
As the seasons start to turn, we sometimes forget things from the year before. In winter, we may underestimate the preparation needed to...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Nov 16, 2021
- 2 min
Stretching Exercises for Your Back
Knees to Chest Stretch Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Place your hands on the back of your thighs...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Nov 9, 2021
- 3 min
Sprains & Strains – What’s the Difference?
A strain is an acute or chronic soft tissue injury caused by overstretching or tearing a muscle, tendon, or both, whereas a sprain is the...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Nov 2, 2021
- 2 min
Fall Yard Safety Tips
Fall is here and that means it's time to break out the rakes and leaf blowers for yard clean-up... which is prime time for muscle...
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Dr. Andre Rodrigues
- Oct 26, 2021
- 2 min
Back Health at Work
Does your job find you sitting most of the day? While sitting seems restful, staying in any one position for long periods of time can...
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