Muscle and Joint Blog

17th
Dec

Clinic Holiday Hours 2016

Please note clinic hours over the holidays will be the following: December 24th: Open 10am to 3pm December 25th: Closed December 26th: Open 10am to 1pm December 27th: Open 3pm to 7pm January 1st: Closed Happy Holidays!

17th
Dec

Lift Light to Shovel Right!

Snow Shovelling Winter weather can pack a punch and, with the season’s heavy snowfalls, injuries often result. Improper snow shovelling is often to blame. But shovelling out after a storm doesn’t have to leave you stiff and sore. With a little know-how, you can clear your driveway without the all-too-common back, neck and shoulder pain…

Choosing the right pillow

29th
Nov

Choosing The Right Pillow

Following up on our discussion last month on good sleeping positions this month we will take it a step further by discussing how to choose the right pillow. This is a question we get asked often at the clinic, especially after someone has hurt their neck. Sleeping on a bad pillow can lead to muscle…

Car Lumbar Supports - Should You Use One?

29th
Nov

Vehicle Lumbar Supports – Should You Use One?

If you have a long commute and are experiencing back pain, a lumbar support seat cushion may be right for you. Driving can put considerable stress on the lower spinal muscles and joints, leading to pain and discomfort. Add the aggravation of driving and the stop-and-go traffic, chances are your back is not too pleased…

Chocolate Decadence Recipe Of The Month!

29th
Nov

Recipe Of The Month – Chocolate Decadence!

Inspired by the old-school, ultra-rich, mousse like chocolate cake that usually calls for a whole pound of chocolate, half a dozen eggs and lots of butter, this enlightened rendition has deep bittersweet chocolate flavor and dense melt-in-your-mouth texture. No one will guess it’s healthier. The secret is excellent natural cocoa powder and good quality bittersweet…

26th
Oct

The Best Sleeping Position

Good sleep is imperative to good health. Good sleeping posture can result in a more restful sleep and a decrease in muscle and joint pain symptoms. Maintaining the three spinal curves while sleeping can put less pressure on the joints throughout the body. Let’s explore some common sleeping positions and if they are good for…

26th
Oct

The Problem With Scar Tissue

Have you ever had an injury that just won’t heal? And then when you think it has healed, you go and re-injure it again. If you do, you may have a problem with scar tissue. When a tissue is injured the healing process begins. From an injury point of view, the initial healing process is…

26th
Oct

Keep Your Gut Healthy!

By Dr Ayesha Qureshi ND Did you know the gut has a strong influence on your immune system? Keeping your gut healthy is an essential step in keeping your whole body healthy! Incorporating probiotics in the diet is one recommendation I often tell my patients to help improve their gut. Probiotics are live bacterial organisms…

26th
Oct

Recipe of the Month – Creamy Pumpkin Apple Bisque

It’s October and pumpkins are everywhere! This creamy bisque should satisfy your pumpkin cravings this month! 1 Tbsp canola oil 15 mL 1 cup diced onions 250 mL 1/2 medium Gala apple, peeled and chopped 1 can (14oz/398 mL) reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/2 of (15oz/426 mL) can solid pumpkin 2 Tbsp sugar 30 mL 1…

Did You Know:

You Can Book A Free Virtual Pain Consultation!

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.