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Sitting at a desk all day puts extra strain on your neck, shoulders, and back. Plus, it forces you to sit in an unnatural position for long stretches.

The downward dog stretch is a great way to work several body parts to counter some of those effects.

• Relieve neck, shoulder & back pain
• Lengthen hamstring & calf muscles
• Build strength in your shoulders, arms & core
• Align your spine and reduce strain on your vertebrae
• Improve strength in the muscles of your hands & feet

Not only does this stretch reduce pain throughout your body, it increases strength, mobility, and flexibility, which can help you with everyday activities. Plus, improved strength reduces injury risk!

To perform the exercise, start on your hands and knees. Lift your knees off the floor as you bring your hips back and toward the ceiling. Keep your arms straight while stretching your chest toward your feet and bring your head between your arms. Now that you’re in the position, relax into it by taking a few breaths. Bend your knees and slowly return to the starting position. Repeat several times as needed and as comfortable.

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Exercising in the morning may lower blood pressure, improve sleep, and increase weight loss. Research also suggests that people who exercise in the morning tend to exercise more consistently.

Did you know that our bodies typically can’t handle sitting at a desk for more than 20 minutes at a time?

If you have a desk job, be sure to change positions frequently, including standing up, stretching, or even going for a short walk.

This week’s Team Tuesday spotlight is Dr. Craig Lines, one of our chiropractors!

Dr. Craig is a chiropractic professional with a diverse service background and a passion to provide holistic, person centred care that promotes optimal health and wellness.

Originally from Camrose, Dr. Craig obtained his doctor of chiropractic degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University. He played hockey when he was younger on teams in various towns in Central Alberta.

All our chiropractors are dedicated to improving your health with natural methods. We consider your particular needs and comfort at every visit, ensuring that you receive the care you need to enhance your well-being.

The many techniques our chiropractors offer include

* Activator methods
* Clinical biomechanics of posture
* Diversified
* Extremity adjusting
* Subluxation station
* Thompson

Dr. Craig is in our clinic in the afternoons on Monday and Wednesdays. To book an appointment, phone (780) 962.0724 or click on the link in our bio.

We all know that we need to do more to increase our activity levels. But getting a gym membership, setting aside an hour each day to get there, and trying to create a workout program seems daunting and discouraging.

The good news is that getting more exercise doesn’t have to be complicated. Even walking more can make a difference.

Normal posture seen from the front has no head tilt yet level shoulders, hips, and knees. From the side, an imaginary line can be drawn straight through the centres of the ear, shoulder, hip, and knee, ending just in front of the ankle.

The relentless pull of gravity, combined with work and play habits, means poor posture doesn’t self-correct. And without intervention, this can lead to various health issues, including

• Chronic muscle tension
• Loss of movement
• Fatigue
• Degenerative joint disease
• Heart and lung difficulties

The next time you visit your chiropractor, ask them to assess your posture.

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Chiropractic treatment relieves lower back pain using effective clinical tools, such as soft tissue therapy, exercise, modalities, patient education, manipulation, mobilization & rehabilitation.

To book with one of our chiropractors, click on the link in our bio.

Don’t worry about hitting 10,000 steps right away.

No matter, how active you are now, your goal should be to add the number of steps equivalent to walking for 30 minutes, which will be 2,000–4,000 steps, depending on your walking speed. That’s 1–2 miles of walking.

This week’s Team Tuesday spotlight is Bira Baradas, one of our physiotherapists.

Bira graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree from the Methodist University in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Orthopedics is his main area of practice, with ample experience working with the adult population treating diverse conditions.

He aims to deliver quality physiotherapy treatment to his patients, where evidence-based practice, patient safety, and ethical conduct are his pillars. He is a strong believer in constructive patient-therapist interaction, where listening carefully to his clients and addressing their needs will lead to better and faster results in rehabilitation.

When not working as a physiotherapist, Bira loves to spend quality time with his family, travelling, cooking, and learning more about people, the culture, and habits that form our beautiful and diverse world are also part of his interests in life.

Bira is in our clinic Mondays through Fridays. To book an appointment with him, phone us at 780.962.0724, or you click on the link in our bio to book online.

Remember, poor posture can lead to neck pain and back pain.

Devices like phones and laptops make it easy for us to do work from more places, but they also encourage us to sit in unnatural ways, adding stress to our core muscles, which can lead to stiffness, discomfort, and pain.

Have you been looking for a reason to get a massage?

Well, here are 3.

Thanks for your kind words, Kim! We appreciate your recommendation and are glad to hear you’re seeing improvement.

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Take one-minute stretch breaks every hour to feel and honour your body. Stretching can also reduce strain and pain.

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Do you have a desk job?

Then there’s a good chance your legs don’t used properly, which can lead to muscle stiffness.

One of the easiest ways to address and prevent muscle stiffness is regularly stretching your muscles. Here are 6 hamstring stretches that cost you nothing and can be done anywhere.

Be gentle when performing any stretch. Go slowly, holding each stretch for 10–30 seconds then relaxing for 5–10 seconds.

You will likely feel slight pain; this is normal, as it’s caused by the stretching of underused muscles. Don’t overdo it though—any pain you do feel shouldn’t be unbearable. Make sure you maintain correct posture and technique to get a good stretch while reducing injury risk.

Always consult with your health practitioner before starting a new exercise regime.

Happy stretching!

This week’s Team Tuesday spotlight is Vraj Modi, one of our physiotherapists.

Vraj completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree in India in 2013 and Bachelor of Fitness and Health Promotion in Canada in 2015.

He’s been practicing as a physiotherapist in Canada since 2016. Vraj has a special interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. He provides treatment to all ages of patients starting from age 3.

Vraj offers a wide variety of treatments including manual therapy, IMS/dry needling, mobilization, cupping, soft tissue release, shock wave therapy, spinal decompression, electrical modalities, exercises program, postural correction, energy conservation, and physiotherapy consultation.

If needed, he’s available after hours and on weekends, too.

His hobbies include playing table tennis and volley, as well as photography and cooking.

To book a physio appointment with Vraj, phone 780.962.0724 or click on the link in our profile.

Increasing the strength and flexibility in the muscles around your knees makes them more efficient at their job, taking stress off your hips and knees, which reduces joint pain and makes them last longer.

Want a stronger core? Skip the sit-ups.

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Got back pain? Bring your knee to your chest and hold it there for 15 seconds. Repeat with the other leg.

Did you know that the average American drinks less than 2 cups of water per day? I wonder how Canadians do.

How much water do you drink each day?

This week’s Team Tuesday spotlight is Melissa Griffin, one of our massage therapists.

Melissa has completed the 3000 hr program at Makami College of Massage Therapy. She has been practicing as a registered massage therapist for over 5 years.

Melissa has worked with a vast range of conditions and creates a specific treatment plans that will individually suite her client’s needs.

Her education includes therapeutic massage, deep tissue massage, cupping, trigger point release, myofascial release, and temporomandibular joint disorder treatments.

Melissa uses her knowledge of the body and massage techniques to reduce pain, tension and discomfort.

She’s in our clinic Mondays through Thursdays. To book with Melissa, click on the link in our bio.

Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Posture Improvement When you slouch or hunch over, it can lead to all sorts of problems like back and neck pain, headaches, and even fatigue. Poor posture can also make it harder for your body to function properly. For example, it can compress your lungs, making it difficult to breathe deeply, or it can put pressure on...

If you’ve ever wondered how to make healthier grocery choices, a simple tip is to shop the perimeter of your store.

This is generally where they stock fresh foods, such as fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and fish. These foods are usually whole and unprocessed, making them some of the healthiest choices available.

💚 Fresh Produce

The produce section, often right at the entrance of the store, is a cornucopia of vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Here you’ll find everything from apples and oranges to leafy greens and root vegetables. Buying a variety of fruits and vegetables allows for a diverse diet packed with necessary nutrients.

🧡 Protein Options

Next, you’ll typically encounter the butcher and seafood departments. Lean meats, poultry, and fish provide high-quality protein, essential for maintaining muscle and promoting satiety. Plus, seafood offers omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart and brain health.

🤍Dairy and Alternatives

As you continue around the perimeter, you’ll come across the dairy section: milk, cheese, and eggs—all excellent sources of calcium and protein. If you’re vegan or lactose intolerant, there are plenty of alternatives, such as almond milk and tofu.

🩶 The Inner Aisles

While the perimeter of the store tends to house the freshest, most wholesome foods, this doesn’t mean you should completely avoid the inner aisles. They also contain some healthy options, such as canned beans, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. However, they also house heavily processed foods and snacks, which should be limited in a balanced diet.

Stretching isn’t just something we should do when we wake up in the morning or just before we work out. it’s something we should do throughout the day, especially if we sit at a desk all day or perform repetitive tasks.

Stretching regularly has multiple health benefits:

• Improves performance in physical activities
• Decreases injury risk
• Helps joints move through their full range of motion
• Increases muscle blood flow
• Enables muscles to work more effectively
• Improves ability to do daily activities

If you have questions about stretching, talk to your chiropractor, physiotherapist, or massage therapist at your next visit.

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