The psoas (with a silent p) – your deep core muscles so often ignored. In my practice I find they contribute to a wide range of symptoms. Low back, SI joint, or knee pain. Gastrointestinal distress, menstrual discomforts, fatigue and even headaches. Prolonged sitting is one contributor to short, tight, weak psoas muscles. But stress can be an even more ...
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Pillow Fight – Mobility vs Stability
I think my pillow might be the reason for my stiff neck. I can't seem to find one that's comfortable. What do you recommend? ~ FAQ Every time I see someone in a movie sleeping with their head propped up on a super high pillow I cringe. And hotel pillows - aargh – so thick and never comfortable! A pillow that’s too high keeps your neck at an unnatural angle. ...
Walking the Footpath to Better Health
Get outside, go for a walk and take your shoes off! One of my favourite destinations to combine all three is the Jenna K. Morrison Reflexology Footpath in Dufferin Grove Park. (You can read more about the history and design of the footpath in this article.) It's an opportunity for urban feet to enjoy a change of pace from flat concrete. Walking the infinity ...
Help! I Feel Worse. Is This Normal?
It’s not unusual to feel slightly worse after treatment. It can take time to process the therapeutic input and self-correct toward better health. As your body adjusts and releases tensions, you may experience an exacerbation of symptoms or re-balancing reactions. Local tenderness, stiffness, achiness, headaches, diarrhea, fatigue or menstrual cycle changes are ...
The Shoes You Choose
You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. ~ Dr. Seuss Feet are your foundation; their health impacts your whole body. The shoes you choose make a big difference. What should you look for on your next shoe shopping mission? A lightweight, flexible sole. Your feet need to be adaptable and mobile. ...
Alignment Snack: “Can’t Get Enough Shoulders”
Today I’m sharing something for you to do instead of something for you to read. “Upper back, neck and shoulder tension” is a common complaint from my clients. Not surprising since so many people work at a computer for hours each day. Or have jobs where they are lifting, carrying or doing other work with their hands - like parents! Plus so many of our favourite ...
The Best Calf Stretch Ever
Foot pain, especially when first standing in the morning, is a common problem. It's usually diagnosed as plantar fasciitis, inflammation of the thick band of connective tissue on the sole of the foot. This fascia is continuous with the Achilles tendon at the heel. Sitting for extended periods, and wearing positive-heeled shoes, can cause your calf muscles to ...