We all want to be healthy, however many people disregard their oral cavity and teeth (whether real or false). The body is a holistic and interconnected system, one that can only function optimally if everything runs smoothly. Old or ill-fitting dentures can cause an array of health issues. From headaches, digestive problems, temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ), and hearing loss. Also social isolation may occur if you are unhappy with your smile because of missing teeth or old dentures. It’s imperative to see the right specialist for any health issues. When it comes to dentures see a denturist first.
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Canada’s Low Risk Gambling Guidelines
Follow these three guidelines to reduce your risk of experiencing harm from gambling. 1: Gamble no more than 1% of household income: For example, a Household income of $70,000 before tax should gamble no more than $58 per month. 2: Gamble no more than 4 days per month, which works out to roughly once a week. 3: Avoid regularly gambling at more than 2 types of games: For example, lotteries and slots, OR scratch tickets and bingo, OR poker and VLT’s. Three or more forms of gambling substantially increase the risk of developing a gambling problem. Check them out at GamblingGuidelines.ca #LRGG.
TMJ? Acupuncture Can Help!
TMJ can be caused by a combination of muscle tension (teeth grinding), anatomical problems, and injury. The symptoms include everything from headaches, neck/shoulder pain, and dizziness to pain whilst chewing or opening your mouth. Fortunately, for those suffering from TMJ, acupuncture is extremely helpful. A recent study of patients receiving acupuncture for TMJ indicated that 85% benefited with an average reduction in pain intensity of 75%. The primary reason acupuncture is preferred is because it seeks to resolve the origin of a condition. We treat the root cause – stress, muscle tension, system imbalances, as well as the pain in the jaw area, all in one treatment.
Healing with Reflexology
There are reflex points on your feet that correspond with every part of your body. Through the application of pressure on these reflexes using specific hand and finger techniques, reflexology therapy can help relieve tension, improve blood circulation, and support the body’s efforts to function optimally. The benefits of reflexology include its ability to stimulate nerve function, increase energy, boost circulation, induce a deep state of relaxation and eliminate toxins from the body. Your feet will love the pampering and you may feel calm and a sense of well-being.
Ask The Expert
Q: I hate my plastic frames. I have to keep pushing them up and tilting my head back to see my computer screen with my progressive lenses. Would a metal frame be better, so they’d fit better? A: Maybe, but you’d likely do much better with lenses which are mostly focused for your screen instead of trying to use the small screen-distance section in your progressives. You would need a separate frame, but you’d get a wider view of your screen, and it would be easier on your neck.
Plant Positive Intentions in Spring
April is here! It’s time for planting intentions! Your intentions should be positive, uplifting and in the present tense. When you state your intentions, do so in a positive tone. Avoid using any negative words. Intentions are what you want, not what you do not want. Say the intention out loud to yourself. Reading and hearing it makes it more powerful. Are you ready to plant & birth JOYful intentions for your life? If you are not yet ready, book a Body Code session to release those negative emotions and put JOY back in your life!
The Role of the Pharmacist
A pharmacist’s role has changed a lot over the years. One of their newer responsibilities is medication management. This means making sure that you get the safest and most effective drug treatment for you. Sometimes that leads pharmacists to “adapt” prescriptions. What is prescription adaptation? Firstly, they might need to change or clarify the dose, formulation or the regimen of your medication. Secondly, they might have to change your medication altogether. And thirdly, they might give you new fills of your medication, based on your previous prescriptions. All adaptions are made with your safety and health in mind.
Peace of Mind Anywhere
Today’s technology allows you to feel safe and secure wherever you might be! Whether in your home, walking to your mailbox or on vacation, some devices give you 24/7 access to help. These on-the-go devices can send an alert when you press a button, send an automatic alert if it senses that you have fallen, and provide direct, two-way communication with a 24/7 Response Center. They are designed to help locate the user in a variety of situations – home or away, indoors and out. It is possible to get out there and enjoy life with peace of mind.
Thank You for Your Support
It’s been a year since we launched our Project Rebuild Campaign to reach more and do more for residents in our community. Thanks to your support, children, youth and families are finding solace at SOS, connecting with others and accessing support. Residents in need of essentials like food and medicine, as well as mental health support, can find them. Seniors can get help with advocacy in times of crisis. Although we still have more work to do, we are humbled by the response from our community and will continue pushing forward to make positive change. Thank you.
Wealth & Well-being
It’s tax season and the CRA is now accepting income tax returns and has cautioned that it will be another “unique” tax period due to pandemic-related challenges. Here’s what you should know: 1) The filing deadline will be April 30 for most, but because the deadline falls on a Saturday this year, returns filed by May 2 will be considered on time. 2) File your taxes to receive benefits and credits you may be entitled to. 3) If you worked from home may be eligible to claim a deduction of up to $500 for home office expenses using a temporary flat rate method.
Shockwave Therapy: The Gold Standard
The FDA has approved the use of Shockwave Therapy (SWT) for the treatment of plantar fasciitis and other tendon injures. SWT is a non-invasive treatment that involves delivery of shock waves to injured tissue to ultimately reduce pain and promote healing. Multiple high-quality randomized clinical trials/research has provided substantial evidence that SWT is a safe and effective non-invasive option for treating tendinopathy & calcifications throughout the musculoskeletal system. At Origin Integrated Health we are currently yielding positive results using SWT for chronic injuries to tendons in the rotator cuff/shoulder, elbow, hip/hamstring, Achilles and plantar fascia.
