What is a Registered Massage Therapist and why is it Important?

What is a Registered Massage Therapist and why is it Important? Clients seek massage therapy services in Vernon for various reasons, such as to relieve stress, increase relaxation, or deal with chronic pain. There is even research that suggests that massage helps with depression and anxiety. It seems so tempting to just sign up and…

Does Your Child Have Shin Splints?

Does Your Child Have Shin Splints? Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor When I was a kid, I would have growing pains in my legs and shin splints while playing sports. This is a very common condition for young athletes and is often straightforward to help with. Over the years most kids…

Hip Tightness, Pain & Clicking

Hip Tightness, Pain & Clicking Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor As a chiropractor in Vernon, I find complaints about hip tightness, hip pain and hip clicking to be quite common. There are many reasons why hip joints can become stiff, sore or restricted in such a way that they crack, click…

The Importance of Communication with Your Registered Massage Therapist

The Importance of Communication with Your Registered Massage Therapist Written by Bill Richardson, RMT ~ Vernon Chiropractor When receiving a massage in Vernon, it’s important to be aware of how you are responding to treatment. It’s very helpful for the RMT to understand how you are doing. Telling your RMT if the pressure is too…

Is Your Job Taking the Fun Out of Life?

Is Your Job Taking the Fun Out of Life? Written by Dr. James, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor Do you remember when the workday ended and you had the energy to hop on your bike or go to the gym, then go out with friends in the evening and wake up the next day bright-eyed and…

Neck Pain? Pain That Radiates?

Neck Pain? Pain That Radiates? By Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor When small nerves in your neck get pinched, pain can run into your shoulders, down your arms, and even into your hands if the pinch is bad enough. On x-ray, we can see the little holes between the spinal bones, and sometimes…

Spinal Decompression Therapy

Spinal Decompression Therapy Written by Dr. James Mayne, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor Do you know someone who has “tried everything” to help with their back problems? Our spinal decompression tables are designed to help people with neck or back pain, especially when pain is going down the arms or legs. The tables stretch the back…

Move Your Backside…

Move Your Backside… Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor There have been a number of recent articles in popular magazines and news programs explaining that “sitting is the new smoking.” These articles estimate that one-third of Canadians spend 10 hours or more sitting each day. This sedentary lifestyle is contributing to heart…

The Magic of Invisibility – 6 Tips for a Healthier Microbiome

The Magic of Invisibility – 6 Tips for a Healthier Microbiome Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor I found myself a bit puzzled while answering my 7-year-old daughter’s questions about the invisible things in our lives, like how does Grandpa’s voice end up in the phone, or where do the bugs that…

Winter Camping ~ A Fast-Track to Gratitude

Winter Camping ~ A Fast-Track to Gratitude Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon Chiropractor I recently asked my 7-year-old daughter if she’d like to join me on a snowshoeing adventure into the forest behind Bluenose Mountain, spending a night in a lean-to we’d make together. She looked at me and, in an instant…