From a chiropractic viewpoint, activating the vagus nerve can profoundly support overall wellbeing. This key nerve helps regulate the sympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and promoting relaxation. By calming overactive stress responses, vagus nerve stimulation can indirectly improve muscle tension and joint mobility, allowing the body to move more freely and recover more efficiently. Techniques such as gentle spinal adjustments, neck stretches, deep breathing, and cranial therapies can encourage vagal tone. Enhanced vagal activity supports digestion, circulation, and immune function, creating a holistic effect where the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, and overall health work synergistically for optimal wellness.
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Whole Body Light Therapy
The ARRC Elysium system combines advanced light therapy with pulsed electromagnetic field therapy to support whole body healing. Six optimized wavelengths work alongside PEMF to improve cellular communication, circulation, and nervous system balance while enhancing the mitochondrial benefits of photobiomodulation. Green light supports wound healing, helps reduce headaches and migraines, offers antibacterial benefits for acne, and can assist with chronic pain. Red light focuses on skin, muscles, and superficial tissues, encouraging collagen production, tissue repair, and reduced inflammation. Near infrared light penetrates deeper to reach joints, nerves, and muscles, supporting mitochondrial activity, easing chronic pain, nerve irritation, and supporting recovery.
Spring Hydration Tips for Seniors
Spring is the perfect season to refresh—and that includes your hydration! As temperatures rise, seniors are more prone to dehydration, especially because thirst cues can be weaker with age. Make water a daily habit: sip steadily throughout the day, carry a colorful water bottle, or enjoy herbal teas and fruit-infused water for a tasty twist. Snack on juicy fruits and crisp vegetables like watermelon, oranges, and cucumbers to boost fluids naturally. Limit caffeine and sugary drinks, which can drain hydration. Staying well-hydrated supports energy, digestion, joint comfort, and mental clarity, helping seniors enjoy a vibrant, active spring.
Laser Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis
Dealing with stubborn heel pain, especially in the morning? It could be plantar fasciitis—a painful inflammation of the tissue along the bottom of the foot. Class 4 laser therapy delivers deep, targeted light energy to reduce inflammation, speed up healing, and relieve pain naturally. But plantar fasciitis may also be a sign of lower kinetic chain dysfunction—issues in your hips, knees, or ankles affecting how you move. Chiropractic care addresses these root causes through joint adjustments, mobility work, and soft tissue therapy to improve alignment and function. Heal faster and move better—book with Dr. Rachel Poff at Origin Integrated health to start your chiropractic and laser treatment today!
YOU MATTER. So does your trauma.
Trauma is real, and its effects are often misunderstood. It shapes how you see yourself and the world. It can also cause you to question your intuition and sense of what is true.
As Gabor Maté teaches, trauma is not the event itself as much as what happens inside you as a result. When the body and nervous system carry what was, it can distort what is possible. We help you gently process trauma without re-traumatizing – restoring peace, clarity, and self-trust.
Dry Mouth & Oral Health
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common issue for seniors, often caused by medications, dehydration, or medical conditions like diabetes. Saliva plays a vital role in digestion, protecting teeth, and preventing infections, so reduced saliva can increase the risk of cavities, gum disease, and oral discomfort. Seniors may notice difficulty chewing, swallowing, speaking, or tasting food. Simple strategies can help: sip water frequently, chew sugar-free gum, use saliva substitutes, and maintain good oral hygiene. Regular dental check-ups are essential to monitor for complications. Managing dry mouth improves comfort, nutrition, and overall oral health for a better quality of life.
Ask The Expert
Q: Why is that my eyes always water when I walk outside in the cold weather?
A: It’s most likely that your eyes are slightly irritated all the time and a cool wind is enough to make them react by watering. Common causes of irritation are insufficient blinking (from staring at devices or screens), dryness, or other dysfunctions of the eyelids. Remedies include lubricating eyedrops and warm compresses, amongst other things. Come see us at Mosaic for your full assessment!
Understanding Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is a common condition caused by an allergic reaction to airborne substances such as pollen, dust mites, mold, or pet dander. When exposed to these allergens, the immune system releases chemicals like histamine, leading to symptoms such as sneezing, a runny or blocked nose, itchy eyes, and throat irritation. It can occur seasonally, especially during spring and fall, or year-round depending on the trigger. While not usually serious, allergic rhinitis can affect sleep, concentration, and daily comfort. Management often includes avoiding triggers, using antihistamines, nasal sprays, and maintaining clean indoor environments to reduce allergen exposure. Pharmacists now have more access to products to help with allergic rhinitis without having to see your doctor.
NavCARE Dementia Navigator
Become a trained community member who builds trust and provides support to people living with dementia and their families. You Will:
• Build trust with people living with dementia
• Listen with compassion to understand needs
• Connect them to resources and social activities
• Support decision-making and independence
• Help reduce loneliness and isolation
Comprehensive Training: Online modules (4-6 hours), periodic training and peer meetups
Flexible Schedule: 1.5-2 hrs. every 2-3 weeks
Ready to Get Involved? Call Us: 604-531-9400 ext. 203 or Email Us: [email protected]
Dementia Support Group
This group is for individuals experiencing mild to moderate dementia, including those with early-onset dementia or those who have recently received—or are waiting for—a diagnosis.
It is a supportive space where participants can learn, share experiences, and connect with others living with dementia.
Every Wednesday 11am-12pm
For registration, contact Alessa:
Phone:604-531-9400 EXT.219
Email: [email protected]
Online Seated Exercise Club
This program features an online video guide for seated stretches focusing on maintaining range of motion. All activities are designed to be accessible to participants of all levels of mobility, and we encourage you to take it at a pace that is comfortable for yourself.
The exercise club is adapted from an audio and online only program. All motions are verbally described, but visual cues may be limited.
To Register: Call (604) 531-9400 Ext. 220 Email: [email protected]
