Before hitting the water, warm up your body to prepare it for the physical demands of paddling. Engage in light aerobic exercises like jogging or cycling to increase blood flow and warm up your muscles.
Summer road trips offer an exciting opportunity to explore the vast and diverse landscapes of Canada. However, spending long hours in the car can lead to discomfort and stiffness. To…
As many Pride festivities kick-off throughout Canada this month, the CCA was thrilled to have the opportunity to speak with Priyanka, the winner of Canada’s Drag Race. She also happens to be a regular chiropractic patient!
The CCGI has been involved in projects with the World Health Organization in response to the WHO Rehabilitation 2030 call for action, which is committed to developing a Package of Interventions for Rehabilitation to support integrating rehabilitation services into health systems. Two sets of projects are highlighted here.
An interprofessional project to model the integration of NMSK care on funded primary care teams: This study provides the opportunity to model the integration of chiropractors as integrated MSK experts in funded primary care teams in Canada.” - Dr. Kopansky-Giles
Does your job find you sitting most of the day? While sitting seems restful, staying in any one position for long periods of time can cause strain and injury to your muscles, joints, tendons and ligaments.
Anyone can fall, but the risk of slips and trips increases as you get older. Every year one in three Canadians over 65 will fall – often with serious consequences. Hip, wrist and pelvic fractures are common in this age group and can take a toll on independence and quality of life.
Just like the infectious period of COVID-19, the signs and symptoms of Long COVID are on a spectrum, ranging from a mild residual cough, to more severe symptoms like difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, and nerve or muscle damage.
As we age we are generally more susceptible to develop injuries, aches and pain. Canada’s chiropractors are committed to helping Canadians live healthy lives by reducing the risk of falls, injury and disability.