Muscle and Joint Blog

30th
Sep

What To Look For In A Winter Boot

When that first snowfall hits, many of us scramble to unearth last year’s winter boots from the back of the closet. If you’re realizing they’re a bit tired, it may be time to hit the shoe store for a new pair—but first, here are some tips on choosing a winter boot that won’t just provide…

30th
Sep

What Are Processed Foods?

We have all heard that processed foods are bad for you, but what exactly are processed foods, and what makes them so bad? Did you know that most foods need some degree of processing, and that some processed foods may actually be good for you! According to the Mayo clinic, “processed food are any raw…

31st
Aug

A Naturopathic Approach to Thyroid Health 

By Dr.Mehreen Hussain,ND   Around 20 million Americans have some form of Thyroid dysregulation and that’s only those who get lab tested, the millions that have not been tested or lab values are normal range, are left thinking what’s wrong with my body? Naturopathic doctors see thyroid conditions on a regular basis, as conventional medicine…

31st
Aug

Sitting Properly: Decrease Pain, Improve Productivity

Research has shown, sitting at work accounts for one-third to one-half of sitting time. Sitting at your desk, in meetings and in your car to and from work, are common for most people. You’re likely sitting while reading this blog. Sitting for prolonged periods can cause back, neck and shoulder pain. Most think you’re more…

31st
Aug

Rib Pain

If you have ever experienced pain while breathing, it could have been due a rib subluxation. We have 12 pairs of ribs that encircle our lungs for protection. To help us breathe, these ribs must move with the lungs, similar to the movement of a bucket handle. The ribs are anchored to breast bone in…

31st
Jul

How To Protect Your Body While Cycling

Cycling in Ontario has seen a spike in popularity, trading in the car for a bicycle has become more commonplace than ever. Some cyclists strap on their helmets and ride for exercise or enjoyment while others view cycling as a way to protect the environment from unnecessary emissions. Although cycling has many benefits, cyclists can…

31st
Jul

Get in Golf Shape to Improve Your Game Without the Pain

One key to success on the golf course can’t be found at the pro shop. It’s your physical condition as a golfer. Pain shouldn’t be par for the course. Get in golf shape to protect your back and improve your game, without the pain. When you consider the spinal rotation that goes into a golf…

31st
Jul

It’s Not Sciatica

One of the main causes of back pain is too much sitting. We often see patients who are experiencing intense back pain. This pain usually starts from their low back and travels down their leg into the calf muscle.  By the time they reach our clinic, many of them have performed a Google search, and self-diagnose themselves as…

30th
Jun

Scoliosis and Chiropractic

You don’t have to be a chiropractor to know that our backbones are some of the most important bones in our bodies. They protect our spinal cord and for most people, they keep us walking straight and tall. For a person with scoliosis, however, the spine can also be the source of a number of…

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We understand that being in pain is not a choice, and it can present you with many questions. This is why at the Muscle and Joint Pain we offer free, no strings attached consultations with a doctor. This allows you the opportunity to get answers fast, and be guided towards the treatment method that can deliver the best results.