Preventing Falls – 10 Exercises to Improve Balance
As we age, we lose muscle strength and our reflexes slow down. This makes us more susceptible to falls because it is harder for us to regain balance. While balance exercises and training are important at any stage of life, they become increasingly important as we get...
Stay Safe on the Slopes – Elevate Your Ski Game and Avoid Injuries
Skiing and snowboarding are great ways to stay fit and get outside during the colder months. Whether you’re new to the sport or are an experienced skier, there are proactive steps you can take to stay safe on the slopes. It can be easy to get swept up in the...
How Chiropractic Care Promotes Healthy Aging
Aging is inevitable, but feeling unhealthy doesn’t have to be. As health problems tend to increase with age, chiropractic care can play a huge role in healthy aging. Although pain is not reserved for just the elderly population, many health conditions...
New Year Physiotherapy Goals
Happy New Year! It’s that time of year again: do you have your New Year’s Resolutions laid out yet? It can be overwhelming to think of ways to realistically improve yourself, so we’re here to help. Today’s blog is all about giving you specific goals that you can take...
What is Naturopathy?
In today’s stressful and fast-paced world, it is no wonder why more people than ever before are turning to naturopathy. But what is naturopathic medicine exactly? Naturopathic doctors combine traditional forms of natural medicines with the most recent health research...
Recovering From a Soccer Injury
Are you keeping up with the World Cup this year? The LiveWell team certainly is! If watching the experts play is making you antsy to get back on the pitch yourself, this is the blog for you. Whether you’ve joined an indoor league or are waiting for spring to get back...
The Difference Between a Sprain and a Strain
Have you ever sprained an ankle while playing a sport or moving awkwardly? Or maybe it was a strain, and you simply didn’t know the difference? The terms sprain and strain are often used interchangeably, however, there are some key differences that set them apart. So,...
Ways to Treat Chronic Back Pain
Although very common among adults, chronic back pain is often played off as normal or something you should just live with. However, that is not the case! You can do several things to pinpoint and treat your back pain. So, if you’re suffering from chronic back pain and...