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Back Pain Secrets
10 Back Pain Secrets Have you ever wondered what causes Back Pain (BP)? It’s a big topic and there are plenty of opinions enjoying mass circulation. For instance, you might have heard about slipped discs, pinched nerves, wear and tear, misalignment, and...
ICBC Claims
ICBC Claims So, you’ve been in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) and you're attempting to submit an ICBC claim. Not a good feeling. Your car has likely taken on some damage, you’re feeling banged up, and now you need to organize car repairs and healthcare...
IMS / Dry Needling
Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) What is Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)? IMS, also known as intramuscular stimulation or Trigger Point Dry Needling (TPND), is a form of passive treatment aimed at modifying pain and improving available range of motion during...
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapy What is Shockwave Therapy? Shockwave Therapy (SWT) is a non-invasive, non-surgical form of treatment that can accelerate healing and improve tissue health. Shockwave therapy involves the introduction of strong energy pulses to an...
The Painful Truth
Pain is often the reason people seek medical care but it is often a highly misunderstood sensation. Traditional western medicine has made leaps and bounds in our efforts to preserve life but has missed the mark on improving the quality of it. Now this may be a point...
Physiotherapy That Works For You
Physiotherapy When you think of physiotherapy, what comes to mind? If you could describe what physiotherapy is to a friend, would you be able to? It may surprise you to know that very few people can actually articulate our service. Which is odd when you...