How many hours a day do you spend in front of a screen with your head tilted forward? Think about it. If you have a cell phone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer, you probably spend hours hunched over them. When you’re watching TV, driving or reading, chances are you’re leaning your head forward again. This… Continue reading 5 STRETCHES AND EXERCISES FOR BETTER POSTURE
The cold weather is upon us, the leaves are falling and the kids are already talking about Santa Claus; many of us will take this opportunity to officially say goodbye to summer. And while work is being done inside and outside the house, our neuro-musculo-skeletal system is taking its toll. Welcoming the cold season is… Continue reading THE GREAT AUTUMN BALL
Spring is finally here and we can put away our winter boots. It’s time to update our wardrobe and shop for new shoes! However, we must choose the proper ones, as ill-fitting shoes can lead to pain in the knees, hips and low-back. Your feet are the foundation of your body and deserve special attention.… Continue reading SHOES
The New Year always comes with its share of good resolutions. For many, this includes an intensive training program. In 2010, are you ready for any kind of torture to get back into shape? Not so fast! The aches and pains caused by a poorly planned return to exercise could discourage you sooner than you… Continue reading ACHES AND PAINS
When we’re in pain, we naturally turn to a healthcare professional. Did you know that pain is the main reason for consulting a health professional? Even more so if it forces us to change our behavior or lifestyle habits. Did you also know that pain is often only the tip of the iceberg? The underlying… Continue reading PAIN, OUR BODY’S ALARM SIGNAL
Does your little one wake you up in the middle of the night complaining of leg pain? It could be growing pains. It’s estimated that between 25% and 40% of children aged between 4 and 8 suffer from them. The human body undergoes major transformations during childhood. Parents, keep a close eye on these changes.… Continue reading GROWING PAINS
Golf season is finally here and many people are enjoying the sport. But don’t forget that there are some things you can’t buy in the pro store: physical fitness is one of them. And yet, back pain and golfer’s tendonitis rank among the most common golf injuries. It’s estimated that around a quarter of all… Continue reading GOLF
Field hockey is part of Canadian culture. It’s a sport that not only improves cardiovascular fitness and physical endurance, but is also fun to play. To enjoy it to the full, here are a few tips on how to avoid injury. CARRY YOUR EQUIPMENT You know that big black bag that holds all those smelly… Continue reading PLAY FIELD HOCKEY SAFELY
At last, spring and warmth are back!The sun is shining brighter and brighter, and the dust is starting to appear on your furniture. It’s time for the famous spring cleaning ritual.For many people, this annual ritual is good for morale, but it can also cause problems due to excessive physical activity. Many of us have… Continue reading SPRING CLEANING
Have fun Pleasure contributes to balance and overall health.It is a trigger for disease prevention. Biology and the study of the brain confirm that human beings are born for pleasure; our brain has a pleasure “center”.This center, equipped with neurons and neurotransmitters, discharges pleasure hormones into our system, nourishing body and mind.Pleasure hormones, such as… Continue reading FIVE RESOLUTIONS TO KEEP!
