SOCKTOBER IS HERE!
Runs until October 31st
We are collecting NEW socks, underwear, hats, mitts or scarves
Items can be for men, women or children
These will be distributed to local organizations and charities to help those in need throughout the community during the cooler months!
Drum roll please. Our news you have all been waiting to hear.!!! We have a new member joining our team. We would like to welcome Megan Kuikman, Registered Dietitian and Sports Nutritionist. She will be working with us on Tuesdays starting Aug 1st.
Do you want to learn more about what she offers? Check out our website (http://www.essentialphysio.ca/care-providers.html) or call 519-752-2151.
Megan is a graduate from the University of Western Ontario and completed her post-graduate dietetic internship with the London Health Sciences Centre. Megan is an avid long distance runner. Her most recent racing accomplishments include being the 5th female at the 2016 Canadian marathon championships and 3rd female Canadian at the 2017 Ottawa marathon.
Megan has a deep interest in the science behind maximizing sports performance through nutrition. Megan is also passionate about helping clients achieve sustainable weight loss, manage chronic disease and implement dietary strategies through various life stages such as pre and post-natal nutrition. Megan works closely alongside her clients to provide evidence based advice and recommendations individualized to each client and their unique lifestyle.
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How can a Chiropractor help me with PCS (Post-Concussion Syndrome)??
First, it starts with early assessment of symptoms. Once this assessment has been completed, rehabilitation plans are set in place with proper restrictions in daily activities in work, school and play. The Chiropractor’s treatments will focus largely on vestibular and visual recovery.
Secondly, when we think head injury, we don’t always consider the spine the head is connected to. However, many of the concussion symptoms have a strong correlation to the misalignment within the spine. If there has been enough force to cause a concussion, then there has been enough force to shift the spine. Reducing misalignments are another essential part of PCS treatment and healing process that can be assisted by a Chiropractor.
Have you been under the assumption that a concussion only happens if you black out? This is not always the case! Whiplash, falls, head injury and any form of sudden contact in sports or normal activities can cause a concussion! While these incidents do not immediately indicate a concussion, it is good to know what symptoms to look out for:
• Headaches, (throbbing at the temples and eyes, behind the ears and/or the base of the skull)
• Problems with spatial alertness
• Tightness in the shoulder blades and/or neck
• Dizziness, loss of memory, blurry focus (mentally and/or visually)
• Problems reading
If these symptoms continue for weeks to months later, that could indicate PCS (post-concussion syndrome). If any of the symptoms listed are making you consider if you or a loved one has sustained a concussion, confirm with your doctor and see a practitioner for PCS treatment. At Essential Physiotherapy & Wellness we offer wellness through Chiropractic treatment.
Do you have tight muscles? Issues with strength, poor balance and lack of stability? These symptoms can cause an injury in sports or simple activities like bike riding or moving boxes! How can you save yourself the pain, the time and the money? Get preventive treatment!
Physiotherapy, Massage therapy, Pilates and Chiropractic treatment, can help you prevent those annoying (and sometimes debilitating!) injuries. Prevention strategies can be muscle therapy, targeted exercise programs and core strengthening. Functional movement assessments can assist in determining risk areas and how to stretch and exercise to prevent injury.
If these are concerns you have, call and book an appointment or ask about our treatments. More information about our services, can be found at http://www.essentialphysio.ca/services.html
Take care of your body today so you can enjoy tomorrow.
