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Shockwave Therapy

Radial Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy is a relatively new modality in the physical therapy world. Shockwave is a fast and effective method of reducing or completely eliminating a variety of painful conditions of the musculoskeletal system. The treatment process stimulates and accelerates the healing process. Many clients report an immediate relief after the treatment, many conditions requiring less than 10 treatments. Shockwave has been shown, in short term, to have a 56-90% success rate in treatment of soft tissue disorders (Gerdesmeyer, 2008). Some benefits of shockwave therapy include; no surgery or anesthesia, decreased pain and increased function, no incision (therefore no risk of infection at the treatment site), and leaves no scarring. Patients can continue their current level of activities and future treatments are not limited. Common treatable conditions: tennis/golfer’s elbow, Plantar Fasciitis, frozen shoulder and shoulder pain, jumper’s knee, chronic back and neck pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, contracture conditions (Dupytron’s), Achilles Tendinitis, and scar tissue treatment.

Vital Life
www.vitallife.ca

New in your Neighborhood

Reflexology, Therapeutic Touch and Tarot Card Readings services are now available at European Skin Care Plus at 555 Academy Rd. Spring is a great time to make positive changes to your life. Reflexology is the application of pressure to areas on the feet, hands and ears. A great effective way to alleviate stress, reduce pain and psychological symptoms such as; anxiety, depression, and lack of sleep. Therapeutic Touch is a non-invasive method of healing by altering your energy field through a transfer of energy (prana) from the hands of the practitioner to the patient. Therapeutic Touch helps brain waves to induce a relaxed state, reduce pain, accelerate healing, raise hemoglobin values and improve the immune system. Have you ever wanted to see how your ‘guides’ can help you? Have your Tarot Cards read to find your answers on personal and professional future outcomes.

Darlene Lamontagne
European Skin Care Plus

It’s Spring! Time to Edit. Clean. Organize. Simplify.

So, you’ve been putting off that job… you know, going through that junk drawer (or is it that junk closet, or junk room?). It can be tough to get started, but the results can be so very rewarding. A garage that could actually house your car; an organized office rather than a room that acts as a paper wasteland; the spare room full of stuff that could serve as a guest room once again. And how about the overflowing kitchen cupboards, the boxes in the basement? Join the others who have fallen in love with their home once again. Many clients have enjoyed the camaraderie of having a small team complete a daunting project. Let us help you jump start this process. We love what we do and are always on the lookout for Great Clients!

www.doneanddone.ca

Simple and Sensible Eating

1. Change your definitions of full. You should feel as if you could get up, go outside and take a brisk walk. Stop eating when you get to that point.

2. Make a plan. Think about where you will be, what foods will be available and make a plan of action.

3. Quit judging yourself. You’re not necessarily “good” if you eat a salad or “bad” if you eat fudge. They’re both just food.

4. Forget “all or nothing.” If you’re feeling that you’ve already “blown it” don’t use that feeling as an excuse to raid the cookie jar at night.

5. Get a move on. In addition to burning calories, exercising 30 minutes per day, is a great way to deal with stress. Exercise is the fountain of youth and one of the best investments you can make for your health. Remember balance and moderation.

Source: Linda Nye, RD MPH.
www.radyjcc.com

Spring – A Time for Metamorphosis and Change

The cocoon is a place where the butterfly spends its time getting ready to emerge and fly with new wings. The metamorphosis journey with its dark, warm environment embodies the mystery of the unknown and supports change to occur ever so gradually moving from one stage to another. Winter is our cocoon and spring is our opportunity to shed old habits, shift, release and transform ways that no longer work for us. With the new season I offer you a daily meditation to support the shifts you are making. Think of something you are ready to let go of. Imagine yourself in the safety of a dark comfortable cocoon rich with all the ingredients you need to make the changes you are wanting. You are fully supported and held and given full permission to transform and lighten with each breath you take. Your senses awaken giving you the strength to grow your wings so you can fly with ease and effortlessness.

D’Arcy Bruning-Haid
www.souls-journey.com

Book Club: Healing Lyme Disease Coinfections

Complementary And Holistic Treatments For Bartonella and Mycoplasma, by Stephen Harrod Buhner.

A guide to the natural treatment of two of the most common and damaging co-infections of Lyme disease–Bartonella and Mycoplasma. Reveals how these conditions often go undiagnosed, complicate Lyme treatment, and cause a host of symptoms–from arthritis to severe brain dysfunction. Outlines natural treatments for both infections, with herbs and supplements for specific symptoms and to combat overreactions of the immune system. Reviews the latest scientific research on Bartonella and Mycoplasma coinfections and how treatment with antibiotics is often ineffective.

www.gaianstudies.org

Shoulder Pain?

What do you do when your anti-inflammatories don’t take care of your shoulder pain?  Often, a diagnosis such as “tendonitis” is the source of your symptoms however it is rarely the cause.  So if your shoulder pain returns when going off the meds, possibly looking at muscle imbalances around your shoulder blade or your overall mid-back mobility might be the key to getting your rotator cuff tendons to be less inflamed.

With my patients, I often use the analogy of brand new tires on your vehicle.  If you don’t get the wheel alignment checked, you will always wear out the front left tire.  Our Physiotherapist, Athletic Therapist and Sport Medicine Doctor can help address your alignment so you don’t wear out your front left wheel!

For more info contact us or look out for our blog (coming soon) at www.southsherbrook.com

RESERVE™ – The Age Defying Technology

RESERVE™ is a unique botanical blend of antioxidants, anthocyanins and essential fatty acids.

  • Antioxidants to resist oxidative stress and premature aging.
  • Anthocyanin’s to support healthy cardiovascular function.
  • Essential fatty acids to assist in digestive tract function.
  • Healthy immune system support.
  • Helps to maintain a healthy metabolism.
  • Supports healthy energy.
  • Supports healthy inflammation and joint function.

Positive Cap-E test results indicate that RESERVE™ penetrates and protects live cells from oxidative stress. Resveratrol-studies show that this antioxidant yielding compound can provide a wide range of benefits and may be on of the most effective anti-aging tools available.

Key Ingredients are:
Dark Sweet Cherry Juice, Aloe Vera, Pomegranate Juice, Green tea Extract, Blueberry Juice, Grapeseed Extract, Acai Extract and Concord Grape Juice.

RESERVE™ is an excellent defense against free radical damage. RESERVE™ delivers a significant amount of resveratrol (over 185mgs per pk), a natural antioxidant-containing found in the skin of red grapes, in a highly bio-available gel form, making it more absorbable than encapsulated products.

Jeannette Fast
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http://www.jeannettefast.jeunesseglobal.com/

Shingles Vaccine: Should you get it?

Shingles is a viral infection that is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. After you’ve had chickenpox, the virus lies inactive in nerve tissue and can reactivate as shingles years later. Shingles can occur anywhere on your body but it most often appears as a very painful, blistering rash along your torso. It’s estimated that nearly 1 in 3 people will experience shingles in their lifetime, with an increased risk if you’re over 50 years old.

The shingles vaccine, Zostavax II, is approved for adults age 50 or older and it’s recommended if you’re 60 or above, even if you’ve had shingles before. This is because shingles can occur more than once! The vaccine decreases the risk of shingles by about half. While it cannot completely prevent everyone that receives it from getting shingles, it can help reduce the intensity and duration of shingles related pain in these people.

Talk to your pharmacist or physician to see if the shingles vaccine is right for you!

Jasdeep Ruprai
www.youdrugmart.com

Holistic Health Coaching

The role of a health coach is to help you achieve an improved state of health. By educating you to better understand and enhance your body’s own innate healing capacity and changing your approach to food, we will create healthy patterns and choices to enhance your overall well-being. I have a holistic approach to health coaching which includes the use of Reiki energy medicine.

During an initial health consultation we will discuss your unique situation in depth and determine how we can reach your personal goals together. Everything we work on including food and lifestyle choices will be in partnership with any medical intervention chosen by you and your doctor and will serve as a support to that treatment path. I neither diagnose nor directly treat disease. I respect your physiological and emotional individuality and all recommendations will take into account your particular situation.

www.martinahealthcoach.com

Paralysis by Analysis

Lots of people think about getting back in shape. They go on the computer and research training plans, nutrition, cardio regimens, gyms, sports and more. There is so much information out there and often people want to figure out what the best thing to do is. The problem is we spend so much time researching and not enough time doing. In the time spent sitting at the computer we could have gotten up gone for a run or walk, done some pushups, sit ups and so on… The same thing happens with our money! We research paying down debt, investing, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds until our head is spinning and in the end we accomplish nothing. The solution for both is to take action and make a change!

Jesse Reitberger
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