Every year, thousands of Canadians suffer from whiplash associated disorders resulting from motor vehicle accidents. These injuries can cause a range of symptoms from pain and stiffness to problems with concentration, anxiety and depression. Evidence suggests that whiplash treatment can be highly successful with early intervention that includes active [...]
Chiari malformation is a condition where the lower part of the brain pushes down into the spinal cord. While some people with this condition will never have symptoms, late childhood and early teen years are when symptoms typically do occur. While surgical management can address headaches, hydrocephalus (abnormal build-up [...]
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis of the knee and a significant cause of disability. With osteoarthritis the cartilage in the joint breaks down changing the underlying bone and often leading to pain, stiffness and swelling. As a result, knee osteoarthritis can have huge effects on mobility and [...]
The recent popularity of mindfulness and growing research around its many benefits has allowed it to be part of the modern prescription for health and wellness. You can now find meditations and information on any number of mindfulness topics—from mindful walking and mindful eating to mindfulness in the workplace [...]
