CALM YOUR NERVES
CALM YOUR NERVES GABA: OUR MOST POPULAR “CALMING” NUTRIENT GABA is short for gamma-aminobutyric acid (now you know why we just call it GABA). It is your brain’s natural Valium. Actually, Valium is one of many tranquilizers designed to mimic or amplify GABA’s naturally calming effects. So why take a drug with all the detrimental […]
April 15th – 21st is International Osteopathic Healthcare Week!
Dear patient, Did you know all the amazing ways osteopathy can restore health? As an osteopathic practitioner, my goal is to not only help you to relieve pain and discomfort, but to activate your body’s potential. Just imagine doing all the things you love to with ease and strength! It’s entirely possible. Together with my […]
What to expect for new and on-going patients
What to Expect If you’re new to our clinic Please, please, please, arrive on time If you’re coming in for your first appointment, please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to allow you time to fill out intake forms. Of course, late arrivals can set our schedules back significantly. As […]
Important message from Osteopathy BC
Here is an important message from Osteopathy BC in regards to concerns of patients throughout British Columbia receiving care from unaccredited practitioners. Osteopathy Letter to clinics Oct 2017
Restorative Yoga Classes
Restorative Yoga Classes Restorative yoga is a form of yoga that seeks to achieve physical, mental and emotional relaxation with the aid of yoga poses and props. The use of props makes it easier for you to maintain balance while you activate and relax your body. Are you new to yoga? Or are you dealing […]
Your Breath is Your Brain’s Remote Control
Your Breath is Your Brain’s Remote Control A new study has found evidence to show that there is actually a direct link between nasal breathing and our cognitive functions. We have all heard this simple saying during times of trouble: “Take a deep breath in.” Science being science, however, indicates that we may now have […]
New study on Concussion / Traumatic Brain Injury treatment
Our Osteopaths have helped many patients with their traumatic brain injuries / concussions. Here is an interesting study showing how the proper treatment can give relief to pain and improve cognition, memory and sleep. Full Study available here Background: Military service members and veterans face health issues related to traumatic brain injury (TBI), especially during […]
Shocking Link to Alzheimer’s Disease
Learn How This One Thing Increases Your Risk of Alzheimer’s by 51% Check Your Medicine Cabinet for These Drugs The following are all benzodiazepines that are now linked to an increase risk of Alzheimer’s and other health concerns. Alprazolam (Xanax) Diazepam (known as Valium) Lorazepam (known as Ativan) Temazepam Nitrazepam Chlordiazepoxide Oxazepam Loprazolam Lormetazepam Clobazam […]
Craniosacral Therapy for neck pain – research results
The idea behind craniosacral therapy is that there’s fluid that circulates around the spinal cord (CSF, or cerebrospinal fluid) and that a trained therapist can manipulate the flow of that fluid. This healing art was perfected by John Upledger in the 1970s. So basically someone gets hold of your head and uses pressure on the […]
The Scoop on Poop
This next step in “Brenda’s Back to The Basics” is designed to help you: You know I am not into hype. If you want to know what nutritional course of action that can improve your health so dramatically, read on. Bear with me because this is going to be a shi**y subject (pun intended). This […]
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