Parenting – Precious Annoying Moments Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor Last night I found this toothpaste tube on the bathroom counter after my 6-year-old daughter finished brushing her teeth. My foundational belief on how toothpaste should be expunged from its tube was challenged. It was impossible to squeeze it any harder…

Garlic – The Secret Love of My Life Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor I know it’s strange to proclaim a perennial plant from the amaryllis family the love of my life, but judging by how much these tasty cloves make their way into my cooking, that’s really the best way to…

Middle-Aged and Waking up Stiff and Sore? Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor Imagine a life where you wake up feeling more nimble and agile with fewer kinks and pain in your neck and back? While it’s fairly common to see older patients who wake up with aches and pains, I also…

The Dangers of Sitting ~ Get Up & Active! Written by Dr. Deane Studer, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor A study in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that sitting was associated with poor health outcomes. Published in January 2014, the researchers used a meta-analysis of numerous studies and 47 articles met their eligibility criteria. Discovered…

Poop First, Ask Questions Later Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon 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…

Tips for Strong, Healthy Bones Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor I take and analyze quite a few x-rays in my Vernon 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…

Low Back Pain and Digestion Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon 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…

Winter Camping & Developing Gratitude Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon 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,…

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

6 Ways to Stay Active This Winter Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon 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.…