Almost everyday we talk to our patients about the role of your immune system in pain and inflammation. It’s easy to forget that the immune system that is responsible for fighting germs and illness is the same immune system that produces the inflammation that heals sprained joints or causes arthritic joint pain. It’s also easy
Here at The Wellness Place, we sure do love our coffee! In fact, after water, coffee is reported as one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. There is nothing better than a good ol’ cup of coffee first thing in the morning, however, only a few years ago we were learning about
Remember when your mother used to say things like, “Eat all your vegetables.” And, “Look both ways before you cross the street.” Well, let’s not forget her mantra, “Sit up straight!” I catch myself reminding my kids on daily basis too. So many people today work in sedentary jobs that require them to sit for
The Wellness Place offers pre-natal massage with the comfort of our exclusive pregnancy massage table. Our highly experienced and qualified team of therapists are available to help ease your aches and pains caused by the changes your body will undergo over the next 9 months. Pregnancy or Prenatal massages are slightly different from the typical
Probably one of the most gratifying aspects of practicing health care is witnessing each patient’s journey from pain to relief. Eyes brighten. Postures improve. Hope returns. It’s a great feeling and mentally gratifying. This only becomes possible when you share your experience with others and inspire them to begin care. As the old saying goes, the
Take a minute to think about how often you sit each day. Now ask yourself what portion of that time was in ideal posture? This is a simple way for you to determine if it could be leading to back problems. It’s commonly accepted among experts that lower back pain is related to prolonged sitting. And let’s
With the summer season and the sporting activities gearing up, so does the occurrence rate of injurious. One of the important and common injuries in the sporting world is concussion. Concussion is a brain injury and must be taken seriously to ensure and safeguard the short and long term health of all players. The majority (80-90%) of concussions resolve in a short
The old saying “so and so is such a pain in the neck” highlights how frustrating neck pain can be. Discomfort, soreness, and stiffness can make it hard to turn your head and difficult to get comfortable while doing almost anything. To put it simply, neck pain can be a real pain in the neck!
As I write this, I grapple with two very different thoughts and feelings. My logical side analyses the current climate and appreciates that such challenges are temporary. We have had them before, some even worse than this and we get over them. Humans are wonderful specimens. They are adaptable and resistant. They are flexible. They
