Strategies to End Back Pain

How Cold Weather Affects Our Bodies

We’re halfway through January and Southern Ontario is experiencing its first long stretch of really cold weather. Have you ever noticed that as the weather gets colder you experience more aches and pains and your muscles feel stiffer? More Aches and Pains? “Cold weather causes muscles to lose more heat… Read More

Winter is Coming: Follow These Tips to Avoid Injury While Shovelling

Winter is just a few weeks away, and you know what that means: snow! No matter where you live in Southern Ontario, snow is virtually guaranteed. And while that means more chaos on the road for drivers, it also means more homeowners suffering from sore backs because of improper snow… Read More

Four Beginner Yoga Poses to Help Prevent Lower Back Pain

Do you struggle with low back pain? The relief you’ve been looking for may be a little farther than the medicine cabinet but as close as your local community centre or yoga studio. If you spend a lot of time hunched over a computer keyboard, it’s not surprising that your… Read More

Practical Daily Strategies to Avoid Back Pain

Whether you’re a student, work in an office or run your own business from home, your daily routine can be a pain … literally. And often, it’s not the big tasks that take the biggest toll on our bodies. We live in a world where we’re constantly in a hurry,… Read More

Tips for Choosing (and Wearing) a Backpack

Are you preparing to send your children off to school next month? If so, Ajax chiropractors Dr. John Noble and Dr. Mark Fera encourage you to use common sense when choosing their new backpack for the school year. How your children carry their backpacks can affect their health. Carrying a… Read More

Discover the Benefits of Regular Massage Therapy Treatments

As the warmer spring weather slowly makes its way into the forecast, Canadians are heading outside for some fresh air and outdoor activity. Whether your activity of choice is gardening, golfing, running or biking, there’s a good chance you’ll fail to prepare your body properly for the additional exertion and… Read More

Five Tips for Minimizing Pregnancy-Related Back Pain

Did you know that at least half of pregnant women experience back pain? And 10% of those report discomfort severe enough to disrupt their daily routines. The good news is that there are steps you can take to protect your back during pregnancy. What causes pregnancy-related back pain in the… Read More

How Are You Treating Your Back Pain?

If you’re you suffering from back pain, you’re not alone. Up to 85% of the working population will experience back pain at least once in a lifetime. But if you’re living with chronic back pain, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. For too many of… Read More

Everyday Tips for Avoiding Back Pain

Whether you’re a student, work in an office or run your own business from home, your daily routine can be a pain … literally. And often, it’s not the big tasks that take the biggest toll on our bodies. We live in a world where we’re constantly in a hurry,… Read More

Try These Activities to Minimize Stress and Help Prevent Back Pain

It’s no secret that staying active is a great way to help keep your body and your spine healthy. In fact, going for a brisk 10-minute walk each day is enough to help improve your health and prevent conditions of the spine, joints and supporting structures of the body. There… Read More