Emergency brain surgery and a cancer diagnosis won’t stop this BC chiropractor from helping patients get better
When she got the call to join the medical team for Team Canada’s track and field squad at the Commonwealth Games this summer, there was no hesitation for B.C. chiropractor Dr. Elna Johnson to pack her bags. It was quite an opportunity to be a part of Team Canada, especially as they brought home serious
Returning to sports after a concussion
Concussions can be a common form of injury, affecting between 5 and 10 percent of all athletes1. At times, symptoms of a concussion can be overlooked by players, coaches and parents; however, the reality remains that a concussion is a traumatic brain injury and should be taken seriously to prevent long-term consequences. Athletes should seek
Managing athletic injuries with chiropractic within team-based care
As part of the medical services for the Pan Am and Parapan Am Games in Toronto this summer, there are nearly 140 volunteer chiropractors working alongside other healthcare professionals to help manage musculoskeletal injuries among athletes. Chiropractic care as part of the medical services team can help manage musculoskeletal injuries and enhance performance to ensure
Sports with greater risk of back injuries and how to prevent them
The Pan Am and Parapan Am Games are taking place in Toronto July 10-26th and August 7-15th respectively. To celebrate, the Canadian Chiropractic Association will be featuring a special blog series throughout the month of July and early August that focuses on injury prevention related to Pan Am and Parapan Am sports. Many of the
How to enjoy summer activities without back pain
The summer months are generally active for everyone. There are events and day trips, added work around the house and summer sports activities, for example, that require us to be more physically active than we would be in the winter months. That being said, the extra activities can put additional strain on our backs that
Three tips for managing neck pain
Neck pain can be caused by trauma, inflammation and even repetitive stress on related structures. In fact, among repetitive stress injuries (RSIs), neck and shoulder pain were most common at 25%, with wrist and hand pain coming a close second at 23%.1 . Interestingly, a large portion (55%) of RSIs occur while on the job and
Lending an ear to pain, talking the talk
To you, your pain is very personal and very real. Yet, it is common for many chronic pain sufferers to show no overt physical signs that might explain why they are experiencing pain. Due to the general misunderstanding of pain, you may feel frustrated to repeatedly explain your pain to family, friends and even your
What a pain in the back!
Odds are that you or someone you know has suffered from back pain in the past year. Low back pain, in particular, is very common affecting four out of five people at least once in their lifetime1,2. A recent survey revealed that, in Canada, back pain continues to be the most common health complaint of
Four back-saving tips for the office
Given the number of hours in a work week spent sitting, including commuting time, it’s not surprising that many office workers suffer from at least one musculoskeletal (MSK) condition. Common workplace injuries include tendonitis/osis, carpal tunnel syndrome, back and neck pain, as well as neck/shoulder stiffness and circulatory problems. Pain and discomfort can be caused
Six back-saving tips for new parents
Becoming a parent brings joy like no other, but it also brings a host of new challenges that test the most patient and nurturing among us. It’s no secret that childbirth and the general sleep deprivation that typically accompanies caring for a baby have a profound impact on the body. In fact, musculoskeletal (MSK) complaints