Great Life Chiropractic Blog

Full speed ahead: Charles Moreau’s story

An accident didn’t stop this chiropractor from being a paralympic medal-winner Published in Canadian Chiropractor, September 2019 issue, written by Dilia Narduzzi Charles Moreau didn’t lack for chiropractic influences in his life. His dad is a chiropractor, and his uncle was one as well. Growing up with natural health and spine health was part of

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Headaches and Neck Pain Resolution in Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis

A case study published in the Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research on March 14, 2019, documented the resolution of headaches and neck pain in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis who underwent chiropractic care. People suffering with rheumatoid arthritis often have a variety of symptoms associated with pain and discomfort. The Arthritis Foundation describes rheumatoid

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Chiropractic Care for Seniors

The neuromusculoskeletal (NMSK) system plays an important role in maintaining health and independence as we age. More so, to manage chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease requires a healthy NMSK system to stay active and mobile. Yet, we know that the prevalence of NMSK conditions tend to increase with age. For example, 25% of

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Why Do Athletes Often Rely on Chiropractic Care?

Posted by Palmer College of Chiropractic In competitive sports, the difference between winning and losing is sometimes measured in microseconds. Athletes need every little bit of strength, speed and flexibility they can muster. That’s why, when injuries happen, many turn to chiropractic care rather than more invasive options for pain relief. Prescription drugs dull reaction

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Honouring Moms

Pathways to Family Wellness Spring issue honours mothers, and to help mothers Dr Jeanne Ohm summarizes below three key insights about how chiropractic care provides an easier mothering experience. Dr Jeanne Ohm: The first key is that chiropractic care helps improve the nervous system’s ability to adapt to stress. This is vital, not only for

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The Benefits of Carb Cycling

March 25, 2019 Natural Health Perspectives, Whole Food Nutrition /by Dr. B.J. Hardick You’ve hit a wall. You consistently lost weight, but suddenly plateaued. Or maybe you’ve become increasingly fatigued after a strenuous workout. Perhaps you’re not building the amount of muscle you want, even though you lift heavy four times a week. Mixing up

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Improved Spinal Alignment, Chronic Low Back Pain and Improved Quality of Life in a 62-year-old Patient Undergoing Chiropractic Care Following Failed Surgical Syndrome: A Case Study & Review of the Literature

Rebecca Lapham-Yaun, D.C. & Katheryne Castro, D.C. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research ~ January 17, 2019 ~ Pages 10-21 Abstract Objective: The purpose of this paper is to report the effects of chiropractic care in a 62-year-old female that presented with a chief complaint of chronic low back pain with concomitant 25.3° right convex thoracolumbar

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Resolution of Post-traumatic Epilepsy, Headaches & Dizziness Following Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care in a 19 Year-Old Male: Case Study & Review of the Literature

Scott A. Null, D.C. & Logan A. Null, D.C. Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research ~ March 4, 2019 ~ Pages 11-18 Abstract Objective: To report on the positive health outcomes of a young adult with posttraumatic epilepsy undergoing chiropractic care and review the related literature. Clinical Features: A 19-year-old male diagnosed with posttraumatic epilepsy

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