Chiropractic care is beneficial for people of all ages, but it can be particularly helpful for our growing senior population. As we get older, we may experience chronic pain and losses in our mobility, which can dramatically affect everyday activities and quality of life. Chronic spinal misalignment and modern sedentary lifestyle is often the root cause of chronic neck and back pain. Chiropractic is a gentle way of improving joint function and reducing pain. Through regular visits for chiropractic adjustments and with a custom-designed program of stretching exercises that can be done at home, seniors are able to maximize health in those retirement years.
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Post-Pregnancy Acupuncture
Q: I’m unable to lose the weight gained from pregnancy, can acupuncture help with this? A: There are several factors that can contribute to weight retention post-pregnancy. For some, it could be due to emotional and hormonal reasons. In an acupuncture treatment session, we adjust the digestive system by expelling bodily junk, combined with treatment for balancing one’s hormones and emotions. It’s a big change to have a new family member. Our emotional state and physical states are closely related. We must take care of both to live a healthy life.
Health Benefits of a Spring Detox
Our bodies can use a good cleaning as we move away from the slower pace of winter, when we tend to eat heavier foods and spend less time being active outdoors. A spring detox helps the body release toxins its absorbed from food, beverages, and the air as well as the metabolic waste products of the body’s natural functions. The benefits of a spring cleaning are reduced fatigue and increased vitality, which translate into feeling better and enjoying life more. We can guide you through a metabolic detox program and suggest complementary treatments, like IV vitamin therapy, to get you on the path to higher energy.
Gut Feeling
Poor gut health has been linked to fatigue, mood disorders like depression and anxiety, and a variety of conditions associated with nutrient deficiencies, such as anemia. Fibre is a great way to keep things regular and increase the elimination of toxins and waste from your digestive tract. Eat a variety of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains and grasses. If reaching the recommended 10 servings of vegetables per day seems unattainable, consider adding a greens powder to your daily routine to make things easier. Look for a product that is gluten-free, contains probiotics, and is cold-pressed, as this maintains enzymes that improve the digestion and absorption of nutrients.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Health
Sudden hearing loss and vision changes due to retinal occlusion are life changing conditions. Though uncommon they are misdiagnosed and conventional treatments offer limited therapeutic effects. Both conditions have been studied and have had promising results when combining hyperbaric oxygen (HBOT) to standard treatments. Both the eye and ear require high volumes of oxygen to remain functioning at a high level. Both have been recently approved by the UHMS to be treated by hyperbaric oxygen and will see the best results when addressed early. The first 72 hours after experiencing these changes is a critical window where HBOT is very effective.
New In Your Community
Current shortages of dermatologists on the island often put acne patients at the back of the queue, which can lead to acne scarring due to lack of early treatment. The new Victoria Acne Clinic at Fairfield Skin Clinic plans to correct this by offering fast-track access to dermatologist Dr. Julian Hancock, FRCPC Dermatology. Appointments are available with or without referral, usually on a Thursday or Friday. Rosacea and acne scar treatment is also available for those who are already experiencing scarring from acne. For more information or to set up an appointment, call 778-433-3333, or go to DrSkinlaser.com
Helping Seniors Recover after a Heart Attack
With advancements in medicine, more people are surviving heart attacks, and that’s great news. But recovering from a heart attack comes with its own challenges. About a quarter of seniors feel depressed, afraid, and angry after going through a heart attack, and they need their loved ones. You can help by visiting often (keeping visits short at first) and being encouraging regarding lifestyle and diet changes. Making the same changes to your own lifestyle and diet is a great way to be encouraging and benefit your own health, while helping to ensure that the person who experienced the heart attack doesn’t feel resentful.
What’s the Human Body-Field?
While traditional healthcare has primarily focused on physiology, we are now seeing that energy and information control biology. In fact, frontier science proves that there is a regulating field of energy and information that operates in the physical body at the subcellular level. At NES Health, they call this the Human Body-Field (HBF), and they have researched its functions and structures for more than 30 years. In that time, they have discovered that the root causes of physical problems are distortions and blockages in the body-field, which serves as a master control system for all physiological function.
Is Your Child in Charge?
Who’s in charge at home, you or your child’s behaviour? In the day-to-day, does your child pressure you to say yes, when you want to say no? Do you cave, just this once, for the sake of a great day? Children are often very clever at undermining our role as a parent; we need to be in the lead position. Avoid big explanations or defending your actions. Your calm resoluteness will lead them to act out less. Learning to hear and accept “no” is critical for your child to grow into a healthy, vibrant adult. Perhaps, try it out for one week.
How to Deal With Tinnitus
Your hearing is vitally important as you navigate your relationships and the world around you. If you have trouble hearing or are dealing with tinnitus, it can make life more difficult. Tinnitus is characterized by a ringing or buzzing sound in the ears. Over 360,000 Canadians report suffering from chronic tinnitus, and almost half of those are severely affected. The use of a hearing aid to amplify sounds has proven effective in minimizing the distraction caused by tinnitus. If you or a family member are concerned about hearing loss or tinnitus, be sure to schedule a hearing test.
Community Profile: Kelburn Estates
Kelburn Estates Mental Health & Addictions Recovery Centre is a private residential wellness centre on 45 beautiful acres. We pride ourselves in providing confidential and multi-disciplinary expertise for our guests to reclaim, develop, and sustain a meaningful life. A life free from the destructive mental health disease and related substance abuse. Our mission is to create and maintain a lasting relationship with our guests, families, and community service providers. At Kelburn Estates, we will walk with you on your journey to recovery.
