Am I at a Dead End? Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor (Inspired by my good friend and colleague Dr. Tyna Moore) As a chiropractor in Vernon, I often see new patients who “have tried everything” already, even chiropractic, and it has not worked. Most have already spent a great deal of…

Sprains & Strains Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor If you have sprained a joint recently, you know they can be problematic for a while. We constantly need to use our ankles, hips, backs, shoulders, and necks. Your body has its own natural way of healing, but here are some tips to…

Healthier Today Than Yesterday? Written by Dr. Deane Studer, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor When pain strikes us with surprise, we often struggle to understand why. Keep in mind that our spinal bones are held in place by numerous muscles controlled and directed by the nervous system. Bones, muscles, and nerves influence each other in a…

Why Do I Get So Excited about Posture? Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor A person’s posture tells us so much about their health. When we are hurt we walk and move in a certain way. When we are tired we slouch and our heads droop. If a person has a job…

Can I Really Be Hurt in a Fender Bender? Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor One of the most common things mentioned by patients when I meet them is “it was only a small car accident, I wasn’t really hurt.” Many times when people come in to see us they have been…

What Posture Says about Your Health Your posture is literally how you balance your head over your shoulders, over the pelvis, down through the knees and your ankles. How strong your posture is will determine how well you age in your body. Through a series of linkages, or bones, aligned with evolutionary precision to optimize…

Chiropractic & Aging Well By Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor “If you didn’t know how old you are, how old would you be?” – Satchel Paige Chiropractic can mean different things to different people, but one fact is clear, maintaining a healthy spine is vital to optimal health and aging well. Our inner…

Is It Finally Time? Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor Many of us deal with headaches after a long day at work. Others can experience neck pain and/or hand numbness after sitting at the computer for too long. Or maybe you develop a sore back after home renovations or yard work? These…

Minor Car Accidents & Your Spine Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor We all know that serious car accidents can cause severe injuries. But minor car accidents can also cause damage to our bodies, especially if we are sitting in a compromised position, like with the neck or back twisted to the side.…

The Cost of Low Back Pain Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor A quick review from Statistics Canada shows that 4 out of 5 Canadians will be afflicted with low back pain at some point in their lives. Many of these people will develop chronic, long-lasting pain that will directly affect their…