Arise Chiropractic and Wellness Blog

Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon BC Chiropractor Chia seeds were named a superfood a few years back and gained a lot of attention. They’re renowned for their anti-inflammatory effects, omega 3’s, antioxidants like vitamin B12, and high levels of fibre. I began eating chia seeds a couple of years ago to help with…

Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon BC Chiropractor I take and analyze quite a few x-rays in my Vernon BC chiropractic practice. I like to truly understand the alignment and joint health of my patients’ spines. It affords me more certainty in what I am aiming to correct, but it also reveals interesting…

Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon BC Chiropractor Low back pain is often coupled with digestive issues. How do I know? Well, it’s common for me to help patients improve their low back alignment, which relieves low back pain. And, as an added bonus, they often end up reporting an improvement in digestive…

Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon BC Chiropractor I didn’t grow up with much. My single mom worked hard raising my brother and me, giving us a great work ethic. She required social assistance at times, so I was grateful for anything I received. Then, when I was 8, she met our “Dad”…

Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon BC Chiropractor From time to time, you may have awakened to a stiff and painful neck or lower back. As a chiropractor in Vernon BC, I often get asked the question, “Should I sleep on my back, stomach or side?” Well, some new science reveals the optimal…

Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon BC Chiropractor So the winter season is upon us and we are beginning to see the “winter injuries” come rolling in. Sore backs from shoveling and headaches from being inside under artificial light will always come in this time of year. Staying active through the winter months…