Osteoarthritis is generally caused by progressive wear and tear on our joints that results in the breakdown of our joint cartilage. When cartilage breaks down, the bones start to grind against each other, creating inflammation in the joint. These changes are what cause you to experience painful symptoms. The degenerative process itself may not be painful, however the resulting inflammation and irritation to surrounding muscles, ligaments, and tendons usually cause you to experience uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating symptoms. Cold laser therapy offers an innovative treatment for a variety of acute and chronic, often painful, conditions like osteoarthritis.
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Building Emotional Regulation Skills
September is a time of adjustment as families settle into new routines and responsibilities. Busy schedules can lead to frustration, emotional outbursts, and conflict if stress is left unmanaged. Emotional regulation is not about suppressing feelings but learning how to recognize, understand, and respond to them effectively. Drawing on her experience as the author of Raising Happy Successful Kids and advanced training in supporting children, teens, and adults with attention and executive functioning challenges, Cynthia Brummelhuis helps families build practical coping skills. By encouraging emotional awareness, empathy, and clear communication, families can reduce conflict, strengthen relationships, and create a calmer, more supportive home environment. Visit cabpsychology.ca to learn more.
Living Better with Arthritis
Arthritis can cause persistent joint pain, stiffness, swelling, tenderness, and reduced range of motion, making everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, or getting out of a chair more difficult. Symptoms may come and go, but over time they can affect mobility, strength, sleep, and overall quality of life. Chiropractic care and physiotherapy can help improve joint mobility, flexibility, strength, and function. Massage therapy may reduce muscle tension and promote relaxation, while acupuncture may help manage pain for some individuals. At Avalon Wellness Centre, our team can help you find an approach tailored to your symptoms, needs, and goals.
FREE Workshop: Take Control of Arthritis
Living with arthritis doesn’t mean giving up the activities you enjoy. Join physiotherapist Trevor Donald for a free, interactive workshop designed to help you better understand arthritis and learn practical strategies to manage it with confidence. Discover how to exercise safely, strengthen, and protect your joints, work with your pain instead of against it, and create a personalized action plan for better mobility and quality of life. The workshop takes place Wednesday, September 16 at 7:00 p.m. Registration is free, but space is limited. Scan the QR code within our ad to reserve your spot today!
September Trivia
1. What mineral is essential for transporting oxygen in the blood? 2. What gland produces the hormone melatonin? 3. What mineral is required for the production of thyroid hormones?
Trivia Answers
.1 Iron 2. Pineal 3. Iodine
Begin a New Era
Transform everyday moments into meaningful wellness rituals with AüRAUM gemstone infused aromatherapy sprays. Crafted with pure essential oils and gemstone essences, each blend is designed to promote relaxation, emotional balance, grounding, or renewed energy. Mist your body, home, yoga space, or meditation area to create a calming atmosphere and support mindful living. These versatile sprays help refresh your surroundings while encouraging moments of peace throughout the day. For an even more complete wellness experience, pair your favourite AüRAUM spray with a VitaJuwel gemstone water bottle or vial, bringing the beauty of gemstone inspired hydration and aromatherapy together in one daily ritual.
Make the Most of Every Summer Moment
Summer is all about laughter, connection, and making memories that last. Good hearing helps you enjoy every moment—whether it’s a BBQ with friends, a family picnic, or the sound of waves on the beach. If you’re starting to miss out on the sounds you love, a hearing professional can help you rediscover them. With the right support, you can stay connected and fully present all season long. Looking for a hearing clinic that offers a complimentary hearing test, free follow-ups, and a wide selection of discreet, advanced solutions? We’re here to help you enjoy summer to the fullest.
A Moment Just for You
Life moves quickly, and it’s easy to become so focused on caring for others that we forget to care for ourselves. Reflexology offers a meaningful opportunity to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with your own well-being. As gentle techniques encourage relaxation and balance throughout the body, many people experience a sense of calm, comfort, and renewed energy. More than just a treatment, reflexology can become a quiet reminder that your health matters too. Take time to release the stress you carry, restore your inner balance, and embrace a moment of peaceful self-care that leaves you feeling refreshed from the inside out.
Care That Feels Like Home
The comfort of home can’t be beat. Home Instead helps you flourish in the everyday life you know and love – while getting a little help to stay mobile and independent. Some clients receive support while living with dementia or other chronic conditions and benefit from meaningful activities, established routines and social connections. For others, care is companionship, assistance with personal care, escorts on outings, meal prep, and home help. Whether returning home from hospital or planning to remain at home well into the future, each personalized care experience enables a more connected, independent life from the comfort of home.
Autoimmune Disease and Menopause
August is Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to recognize the connection between autoimmune diseases and menopause. Women with conditions such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, rheumatoid arthritis, or lupus may notice worsening fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, sleep problems, or mood changes as estrogen declines. Because menopause and autoimmune diseases share many symptoms, it can be difficult to know what’s causing them. Understanding the overlap can help you make informed decisions about your health. Nancy Thorp, RN, MPH, with The Mama Coach, provides evidence-based menopause education and personalized support to help women navigate this transition with confidence.
