Muscle and Joint Blog

27th
Sep

Back To School Health Tips

  By Dr Ayesha Qureshi September is here and your kids are back in school. Whether you are a first time school parent or September marks a recurring school routine for your kids, it’s best to start the school year right and healthy. Here are some tips for parents in making the school year full…

27th
Sep

Recipe of the Month!

This easy banana bread seems too good to be true. It is incredibly moist, bursting with flavor and luxuriously drizzled with melted chocolate. INGREDIENTS Banana Bread Canola oil cooking spray 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 175 mL 1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour 250 mL 1/4  cup granulated sugar 60 mL 1/4  cup packed light brown sugar…

27th
Sep

Welcome Monika!

Our clinic is pleased to introduce our newest member to the team, Monika Nowak-Domanska! Monika is a Registered Massage Therapist and a graduate from the Institute of Complementary and Alternative Therapy. Monika is very passionate about massage therapy, and through her skills is able to help relieve pain, stress, tensions as well as maintain good…

27th
Sep

Metabolism and Weight Loss

You may have heard the word metabolism being used when describing weight loss, but what does this term actually mean? Usually, a poor metabolism is blamed for weight gain, but is it really the culprit? Metabolism is used to describe all the chemical reactions taking place within the body when converting food into energy. When…

27th
Sep

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Rotator cuff injuries are a very common occurrence, usually affecting people who are active in sports such as volleyball or tennis. The rotator cuff is the name given to four muscles of the shoulder: Supraspinatus Infraspinatus Teres Minor Subscapularis These muscles and their relationship to the shoulder can be seen below:        …

29th
Aug

Backpack Safety – Pack light and wear it right!

Kids may think it’s “cool” to strap on their backpacks and head out to school. But if they don’t know exactly how to choose, load, lift and wear them, backpacks can become a pain in the back. Carrying a heavy load incorrectly can result in poor posture. This can cause muscle strain, headaches, back, neck and…

28th
Aug

Recipe of the Month! Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancakes!

Oatmeal makes a great base for these hearty, chewy pancakes, which are lighter in texture than they sound. Kids always love pancakes and these are healthier than most, with fiber and protein. INGREDIENTS 2 cups rolled oats 500 mL 2 1/2 cups buttermilk, divided 625 mL 1/2 cup whole wheat flour or oat flour 125…

28th
Aug

Does Weather Really Influence Migraine Headaches?

Migraine headaches are a common occurrence, affecting nearly 2.7 million Canadians(1).  Causes for migraines can vary greatly, and can include the following: Hormonal changes Food additives Alcohol Stress Medication Another common cause of migraine headaches is the weather. Nearly 73% of people with migraine headaches reported weather as a trigger. Although there is no direct…

28th
Aug

Why You Shouldn’t Skip Breakfast (Video)

On a busy weekday morning, it might be tempting to skip breakfast. Here is why that is not a good idea. Breakfast provides the body with the right nourishment after an overnight fast (that is where the name originates from!). When waking up, the body is depleted of nutrients. If left unfed, a person could…

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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.