The articular shoulder capsule (a sac of the ligaments surrounding the joint) swells and stiffens causing restricted mobility for the shoulder. Frozen shoulder, otherwise known as adhesive copsulitis is a condition specific to the shoulder joint. Frozen shoulder may develop when you stop using the joint as normal Risk factors and those … Read More ›
Muskoskeletal or MSK injuries are common not only in elite athletes but also in those who practice strenuous activities such as martial arts. Injuries are bound to happen, they key is really prevention! There are quite a few causes for injury: cold, fatigue, poor nutrition, static stretching pre-event, dehydration, improper or lack … Read More ›
Exercise is always associated with weight loss and cardiovascular health; however there are other benefits of exercise as well. If you are suffering from chronic pain, such as from Chronic pain syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, joint pain or arthritis exercise is a great way to decreases your body’s sensitivity to pain. … Read More ›
The snow has graced Toronto with its’ presence and we finally have our ‘white winter’. Many of us have seasonal hobbies we enjoy and for those who don’t its’ never too late to start something new. It is important to keep both our bodies and minds sharp for optimal health and well-being. … Read More ›
With the delayed snowfall it seemed as if most of us were caught off guard with the first big storm. Shoveling can be a pain and stressor on the body but most people don’t know that being cramped up in your car with all that snowstorm traffic can take quite the toll … Read More ›
The sun is setting earlier, the leaves are changing colours, we switch up our sports and activity routines, and come to the end of ‘marathon season’. From spring till late fall many of us even enjoy a simple jog in the park perhaps taking a break through the winter season. With this … Read More ›
The leaves have been changing colours for weeks, frost is appearing and it won’t be long before we get our first snowfall. The weather is encouraging us to huddle up in doors and stay warm. Its’ also the time to finish the leaf raking and yard clean up, put away the patio … Read More ›
Spring has sprung! And we’ve come up with some helpful tips for you green thumbs out there! Although you would assume gardening is a relatively safe and relaxed activity, there are possibilities for injury if you are not careful. Positioning your body correctly reduces strain on muscles and joints, so use these … Read More ›
Shin splints or medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is originally known as the “microscopic pulling of muscle fibers away from the bone where the belly of the muscle attached directly to the bone” (Solomon, Soloman & Minton, 2005, p. 97). Shin splints are now generally known as a pain that generates from … Read More ›
Knee Acute injuries can occur in the knee from a sudden trauma or blow or from an abnormal twisting/movement. Some acute injuries that are common with the knee include: sprains/strains, ligament tears, fractures, or dislocation. A sprain is the stretching or tearing of a ligament. Sprains can vary in degree; mild, moderate … Read More ›
Weight loss, better sex, glowing skin, loads of energy, improved sleep, resilient immunity and stable mood; these are but a few of the benefits of optimal nutrition. Yet, in this world of ever changing recommendations, who knows what to really eat anymore? As a naturopathic doctor and expert on nutrition, this is … Read More ›