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Looking for an appetizer that satisfies your taste buds and supports healthy joints? This 20-minute Mediterranean flatbread delivers muscle-friendly protein, bone-loving calcium, and a hefty dose of anti-inflammatory phytonutrients—perfect for fuelling an active lifestyle or a recovery day after your chiropractic, physio, or massage session at the Muscle & Joint Clinic. Why It Belongs in…

  We’re thrilled to announce that the Muscle & Joint Clinic is launching a brand-new Stretch Clinic led by our in-house Registered Athletic Therapist (RAT). Think of it as personal training for your flexibility: a one-on-one, assisted-stretch experience that pinpoints tight spots, releases stubborn knots, and restores easy, pain-free movement. Book Your Free 30 Minute…

Pregnancy is a remarkable experience, but the same hormonal and postural changes that nurture new life often leave expectant parents with back aches, pelvic pressure, swollen legs, and disrupted sleep. At the Muscle & Joint Clinic we take a team-based approach—combining chiropractic, physiotherapy, and registered massage therapy—to help mothers-to-be stay comfortable, active, and confident right…

If you’ve ever felt pain travel from your lower back into your hip and down the back of one leg, you may have experienced sciatica. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in your body. It begins in the lower spine, passes through the buttock, and runs down each leg to the foot. When that…

Over the past week I immersed myself in a fascinating two-hour episode of The Diary of a CEO featuring biomedical scientist Dr. Rhonda Patrick. Her evidence-packed discussion on exercise, nutrition and brain health kept looping in my mind because so much of it dovetails with what we teach at the Muscle & Joint Clinic. Below…

  Looking for a nutritious, energizing treat you can enjoy guilt-free? These chocolate protein balls are a clinic-approved favourite—packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats to keep you feeling full and fueled between meals or after a workout. Why They’re Great Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, natural peanut butter, flax and chia…

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise among Canadians. Whether you’re aiming to complete your first 5K or preparing for a marathon, it’s important to take proactive steps to protect your joints and back. While running is an efficient way to improve cardiovascular health and mental well-being, it also comes with the…

How to Move More, Feel Better, and Find the Right Program for You At the Muscle and Joint Clinic, we often say: motion is lotion. Whether you’re managing arthritis, building strength after 50, or just looking to boost your energy, staying active is essential—and the City of Mississauga offers a wide range of accessible, affordable…

Turning 50 is a milestone worth celebrating—but it’s also the point when natural, age-related changes in muscle, bone, and metabolism begin to accelerate. Without deliberate action, adults can lose up to one-third of their muscle mass between ages 50 and 70, a process known as sarcopenia. Strength training is the single most effective way to…