Muscle and Joint Blog

7th
Sep

Study: Isometric vs Eccentric Knee Exercises

Isometric versus eccentric knee exercises, which one is right for you? Before we answer that question, it might be a good idea to review what each exercise looks like. Isometric Exercises: Isometric exercises is where the joint does not move and the muscle does not lengthen. The joint stays still and there is no movement,…

7th
Sep

Study: Weak Quadriceps Can Lead To Falls

The elderly population is at an increase risk for falls. In fact, elderly falls are the main reason for hip and knee replacements. It is not only a source of injury, but can lead to disability as well. A recent cross-sectional study was conducted investigating the role weak quadricep muscles have on increased falls. Results…

31st
Aug

Case Study: Knee Arthritis and Chiropractic Care

The following study describes the use of chiropractic care for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis. A 47 year old female office-worker with eight-month right knee pain, described having difficulty squatting, sitting on a chair for over one hour and climbing stairs. The patient was treated with conservative chiropractic care twice per week, which included: IASTM…

24th
Aug

Ganglion Cyst Treatment With Electro-Acupuncture – Case Study

This study describes the use of electroacupuncture to help treatment ganglion cysts. A total of six treatment sessions were used over 4 weeks which helped reduce the size of the ganglion cyst and associated pain.  More information about ganglion cysts can be found below. To learn more about this study click here.  Ganglion cysts can…

16th
Aug

Goodbye Robyn :-(

Good-Bye Robyn 🙁  This year marked seven years since the establishment of the clinic. Two months after opening our doors Robyn Loo joined our team as a Registered Massage Therapist, and since then she has been faithfully serving our patients. It has been an absolute pleasure having Robyn as part of our team, and we…

16th
Aug

Blueberry Lemon Breakfast Quinoa

Recipe By:France C. “Sweet blueberries and tart lemon pair well in this alternative to oatmeal. High in protein and fiber, quinoa is a great start to your day! I made this up one morning when I had a craving for quinoa and was looking for a change from the usual. Top with extra milk for…

16th
Aug

Topical Pain Relievers: What You Should Know

If you’ve ever experienced muscle or joint pain, chances are you may have experimented with topical pain relievers. These topical pain relievers are available in many different brands, such as Muscle Care, Voltaren, A535, Biofreeze and others. Topical ointments and creams are a great solution to short-term and quick pain relief, and are safer to…

16th
Aug

Can Listerine Help Eczema?

As a chiropractor I see many different skin condition. One of the most popular tends to be eczema. Eczema, also known as Atopic Dermatitis is an overreaction of the immune system causing itchy skin. This condition produces red bumps as well as thickened, scaly and itchy skin. People who tend to have allergies are more…

30th
Jul

Recipe of the Month: Black Bean Pizza

Makes: 4 servings Prep: 12 mins Cook: 20 mins Carb Grams Per Serving: 73 Ingredients 1 15 – ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup thawed frozen corn kernels 4 plum tomatoes, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces 1/2 cup chopped scallions 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 avocado, diced into 1/4-inch…

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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.