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The VOMS?

Did you know CT scans are not the best or the only way to diagnose a concussion? Most functional brain injuries from a concussion do not show anything significant with brain imaging technologies such as CT scans. So how do we test for signs and symptoms of concussions? Experts have developed a screening tool called VOMS to do exactly that.  What is The VOMS? Well, for one, it stands for Vestibular Ocular Motor Screen. It is a screening tool used by trained healthcare professionals to determine the extent of a patient's concussion symptoms after a head injury.  The VOMS is made [...]

By |2023-07-29T17:17:16+00:00July 29, 2023|Chiropractic, Chiropractic Treatment, Downtown Toronto Chiropractor Blog, Headache|0 Comments
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Fueling Your Workout: Basics of Pre-workout Nutrition

Fueling Your Workout: Basics of Pre-workout Nutrition Ever been in the middle of an intense training session and all of a sudden hit a wall like BAM! Or maybe you have this sudden onset of not so pleasant digestive symptoms? To be honest, we’ve all been there at least once in our training lives. This can be a reflection of what you put into your body prior to training. Yes, that cheese and egg sandwich you scarfed down on route to the gym, or that heavy dinner you had “to give you energy” before an evening session are doing more harm [...]

By |2023-07-25T13:01:26+00:00July 25, 2023|Downtown Toronto Chiropractor Blog, Learn-to-Run, running|0 Comments
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What You Need to Know About Sciatica

What is Sciatica and What Causes Sciatic Pain? Sciatica is a symptom of a number of different conditions. Despite what you may think, it is actually not its own condition. Sciatic pain typically occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes compressed or irritated. Compression of the sciatic nerve can be caused by a number of things, including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, and more. The sciatic nerves, being the longest nerves in the human body, runs from the lower back through the buttocks and down the back of each leg. The pain is usually characterized by a shooting or burning [...]

By |2023-05-11T20:33:09+00:00May 11, 2023|Alternative Medicine Toronto Blog, Back Pain, Chiropractic, Chiropractic Treatment, Downtown Toronto Chiropractor Blog, Sciatica|0 Comments
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McGill Big 3: Core Exercises to Decrease Low Back Pain

Low Back Pain & Core Muscles Low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability. It presents as achy stiff pain in the lower back area that can be due to muscle or joint issues. Most people will make a full recovery within a month while others will have pain that lasts longer, going from an acute issue to a chronic one. There is a lot of research that has looked at treatment options for chronic low back pain with core exercises considered to be one of the best! Core exercises focus on the abdominal muscle: external obliques, internal [...]

By |2023-04-08T16:45:40+00:00April 8, 2023|Alternative Medicine Toronto Blog|0 Comments
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Desk Ergonomics: It’s Not You, It’s Your Desk

When we talk about posture, we often discuss strategies to improve body position to reduce pain. However, it's essential to consider proper desk ergonomics, especially since people are spending more time sitting in front of computer screens. Poor desk ergonomics can lead to a range of health problems, including back pain, neck pain, and repetitive strain injuries. To improve your desk setup, here are key considerations: Desk Height Your desk should be at the appropriate height to allow you to sit or stand with good posture. This means you should have enough room to roll your legs and chair under the [...]

By |2023-04-08T14:39:23+00:00April 8, 2023|Alternative Medicine Toronto Blog|0 Comments
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