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Why Does Pain Sometimes Continue After an Injury Has Healed?
Why does pain sometimes continue after an injury has healed? The answer is that healing tissues and experiencing pain are related, but they are not always perfectly synchronized. Pain is produced by the nervous system as a protective response. After an injury, signals from the affected area help encourage you to slow down and avoid further harm. As healing progresses, those signals usually settle. Sometimes, however, the nervous system remains more sensitive than it was befor

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Sep 222 min read


When Pain Changes the Way You Move
When pain changes the way you move, your body often begins making adjustments before you are even aware of them. You may shorten one step, shift your weight to one side, avoid turning your head, or tense your shoulders to protect an uncomfortable area. Initially, these changes can be helpful. Guarding an injured ankle or sore back is one of the body’s ways of preventing further irritation. The problem begins when a temporary protection strategy becomes your everyday movement

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Sep 152 min read


Men -Headaches Are Draining Your Power—Let’s Fix That
Men and Migraines: A Silent Struggle Finding natural relief through chiropractic care. When most people think of migraines, they picture...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Jun 17, 20252 min read


Understanding Fibromyalgia and How Chiropractic May Help
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas. This...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Aug 13, 20242 min read


Choosing Chiropractic Care Over Prescriptions: A Natural Path to Back Pain Relief
In a world where quick fixes and instant relief often come in the form of prescription medications, it's essential to explore...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Dec 12, 20232 min read


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...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
May 17, 20222 min read


Myths and Facts About Back Pain
It is easy to confuse myths and facts when it comes to back pain. Back pain is one of the most common health complaints today with 80...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Oct 12, 20212 min read


Almost One-Third of Canadians Say Back Pain Limiting Their Work & Daily Lives
According to the Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA), more than 11 million Canadians suffer from an injury or disorder that affects...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Sep 14, 20213 min read


Chiropractic Response to the Opioid Crisis
Opioids have quickly emerged as one of the primary means for managing acute and chronic non‐cancer pain in primary care settings. With an...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Sep 7, 20212 min read


Untreated Whiplash
Whiplash injuries are known for not presenting symptoms immediately after an accident or injury. It is not uncommon for delayed pain...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Apr 13, 20212 min read


Why Chiropractic Care After a Motor Vehicle Accident?
If you’re suffering from an auto accident, you might be surprised to learn that chiropractic care can provide a drug-free way to relieve...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Mar 9, 20212 min read


Ergonomics & Headache Pain: How Your Body May be Causing Its Own Stress
People suffering from recurring migraines may only have to look as far as their paycheck for answers. Sometimes we are so busy trying to...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Feb 23, 20212 min read


Chiropractic for Migraine Headaches
Migraine Symptoms: Throbbing pain. Eye and neck pain. Blurred vision. Nausea. Aura. If you’re one of the millions who suffer from...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Feb 16, 20213 min read


Sleep Ergonomics – Wake Up Pain Free
Getting a good night’s sleep is something many of us struggle with. Sometimes, it is difficult to relax or our sleep gets disrupted....

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Jan 26, 20213 min read


What is Cervicogenic Headache and How is it Treated by Chiropractic
Cervicogenic headache (CGH) occurs when pain is referred from a specific source in the neck up to the head. This pain is commonly a...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Jan 19, 20212 min read


6 Ways Chiropractic can Manage Headaches
Being able to think clearly and calmly allows us to make decisions, process emotions, and carry on with our day-to-day lives. That...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Jan 12, 20212 min read


7 Reasons to Try Acupuncture for Depression and Anxiety
There are many benefits to this ancient practice, including potential relief from depression and anxiety. Here are seven reasons to try...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Dec 15, 20202 min read


Seven Reasons to Stay Active
Chiropractors stress the need to remain active during Covid-19 to relieve back-pain and improve health. Learn more...

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Nov 17, 20202 min read


How to Manage Chronic Back-Pain Naturally
Back pain is something that most of the population will deal with at some point in their life. There are natural alternatives to opioids.

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Sep 15, 20202 min read


Chiropractic care for back pain tied to lower odds of opioid use
People with chronic back and neck pain who receive chiropractic care may be less likely to use opioid painkillers, a research review suggest

Dr. Andre Rodrigues
Sep 9, 20202 min read
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