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Member Highlight: How Dr. Yaad Shergill and the team at the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute are helping Canadians choose Power Over Pain
We recently interviewed CCA member, Dr. Yaad Shergill, to gain insight into Power Over Pain, a new and free evidence-based platform housing self-directed pain management tools. She described how her…
Truth and reconciliation at the Canadian Chiropractic Association
The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation is observed nation-wide on September 30each year. The day allows us to acknowledge the harm done by the residential school system, honour the…
Move Your Spine for World Spine Day!
On October 16, the Canadian Chiropractic Association joins the global movement to raise awareness about the significance of spinal health and well-being. Our spines play a pivotal role in our…
Back-to-school backpack guide
It’s back-to-school time for students! While most of your shopping for new school supplies may be complete, there’s always time to review one of the most essential items that students…
Lifting tips from Canadian chiropractors
From moving planters to picking up paint cans, lifting correctly is key to preventing injury.
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Back Pain: 3 ways chiropractors can help
With the fall season upon us, it’s back to school—and back to work—for a majority of Canadians. With many students and workers sitting for much of the day, back pain…
Behind the Scenes of Sports Medicine: Chiropractic Care at the FIFA World Cup
In recent years, chiropractic care has emerged as a vital component of sports medicine. Dr. Scott Howitt, a Canadian chiropractor, has been at the forefront of his field, working closely with athletes and soccer teams, including the Canadian men's national soccer team at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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Posture perfect: maintaining the spine’s natural curves
Good posture not only makes you look better, it also delivers increased energy, better breathing, improved circulation, and less wear and tear on your joints. It’s an investment in both your appearance and your health.
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New Study Reveals Opioids’ Failure in Treating Low Back and Neck Pain
The study divided patients with low back and neck pain into two groups: those receiving opioid treatment and those given a placebo. Over a designated period, researchers closely monitored the participants' pain severity. The study found no significant difference in pain severity between the two groups.
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