The Healthy Commute

In this episode Drs. Dan and Pascal review a research article in which they studied the effects of forward head posture on agility, vertical jump, stability and cardiopulmonary function. What was found in this study was that forward head posture had a strong negative correlation with agility, vertical jump, stability and cardiopulmonary function. Meaning that the worse your posture, the worse your...

Somedays are really hard. Everything goes wrong. We are tired, frustrated and all we want to do is sit down and relax. We get it. We have those days too. But don't let a bad day disrupt your progress. One minute of Denneroll, 5 squats, one carrot or one glass a water can keep you on track to reach your goals. Being in practice for as long as we have, we can predict a patient's outcome by how consi...

You may have heard of the autonomic nervous system (it does things automatically without you thinking about it, like breathing and heart function). But you may have also heard of the term "fight or flight". It's when our body goes into a stress response to survive, like when that dog is chasing you down the street! Unfortunately, too many of us are stuck in this fight or flight response for too lo...

In this episode we review 3 tests that you can perform at home to assess your durability or longevity. Can you get up off the floor? Can you touch your toes? Can you simply lift your outstretched arms while on your stomach? Listen in as we explain these simple tests and what you can do to increase your mobility and strength.   Want more help or info? Contact us here!

Tight hamstrings? Forward head posture? Knee injury? Can't reach overhead because of an old shoulder injury? Don't worry! Good or bad, your body will adapt, change, overuse one area or lock down another in order to get things done. It is amazing how resourceful your body can be. In this episode we dive into how our body adapts and changes and what you can do to help your body heal and move properl...

Sometimes we get asked, "Is my poor posture the reason I feel so stiff and sore?". In today's world of more desk work, computer and cell phone use, poor posture can definitely affect how stiff and sore you are feeling whether you are 50 years old or 12 years old!   Is your posture a genetic issue? A habit? how does this affect your overall health and wellbeing. In today's episode, we dive into pos...

Have you ever wondered what that instrument we use to help with your adjustment? What does it do? Why do we use it? "Arthro" means joint and "stim" relates to stimulation. Basically joint stimulation.  In this episode we review why we use the Arthrostim to help with your adjustment and the correction of your spine.   Wondering if the Arthrostim can help you? Click here to contact us to see if we c...

As a follow-up to our last Podcast, "Is there such a thing as a perfect X-ray?", we review why we take X-rays in the first place and why we re-take X-rays throughout your care. We also discuss the information we gather when we see your X-rays and explain how it helps us dictate your care. Curious how your spine would look like? Contact us here for more information.

Most of our patients have already seen how their spine compares to the ideal spinal alignment. Just like ideal blood pressure, or normal blood sugar levels, there is an optimal position of the spine. That optimal position allows your spine and nerve system to function at their best. Today we review optimal spinal position and how it can affect your overall health and wellbeing.

We recently had a workshop in the office helping patients understand what they can do to "Bulletproof their lower back". We only had room for 12 to keep it hands on, and because it was fully booked, we decided to record an episode reviewing some of the information we gave during that workshop.   You can also view our video on YouTube explaining 4 of the 6 exercises we recommended. https://youtu.be...

Patients often ask us if we adjust patients with scoliosis differently. The short answer is no.   Patients with scoliosis receive adjustments in the same manner that someone with a neck, mid-back or low back problem would. The adjustments are not treating the scoliosis, but rather the subluxations in the spine. Check out this episode where we discuss the different care options that we use to help...

Have you ever been in a car accident? Many people have, but most of the time, we minimize the effects of that car accident and possible whiplash. In this episode we review the 4 effects of untreated whiplash which, if left untreated, can lead to arthritis and chronic pain. 

Want help to stay accountable for your health and fitness goals for 2023? We now have the ability to quickly assess your body composition (muscle vs fat) to help you stay on track and measure your progress as you continue to get healthier.  Want your own body composition to measure your starting point for 2023. Let us know on your next visit or contact our office at info@lindenwoodschiropractic.co...

Getting through the holidays can be difficult and take its toll on our overall health. Overeating, staying up late, no routine and sometimes more stress!  In this episode Drs. Dan and Pascal review the top 3 tips to proactively stay healthy over the holidays so you can start 2023 with momentum on your side! And please subscribe and leave a review!

Is our health just based on luck or hard work? Yes, there is a small genetic component to our health however, we have more control of our overall health and wellbeing than we realize.  Health is the natural state of the body, we just have to give it the right environment to thrive. Therefore, the question we should be asking ourselves is, what am I doing today to help my body thrive? Listen in on...

Yes, we all want to get better, feel better, lose weight, get in shape without doing any work. It's just human nature! But unfortunately, healing, or changing a behaviour, or starting a workout is uncomfortable. We have to do things differently, we have change our habits or ways of doing things. And change is hard, and uncomfortable! Today we review the best strategies to help you heal and get bet...

Most Canadians will suffer from at least one headache in their lifetime; however, just because it is common, does not mean it is normal. Headache triggers can vary from environment, food, stress, dehydration and others. But for teenagers, poor posture is usually at the top of the list. Poor posture will lead to extra pressure in the upper back and neck resulting in pain and usually a headache. In...

Rucking is simply the action of walking with weight on your back. It builds muscle and strength while improving cardio and endurance. Bringing both types of exercises together provides a fuller range of benefits to improve your health. You can burn up to 3x more calories than walking but also less stressful on knees and hips. In this episode, Drs. Dan and Pascal discuss how rucking can help you st...

In this episode of The Healthy Commute Podcast, we discuss our favourite workouts, our kryptonite (late night snacking), night time routine, great books we have read, how we de-stress and some great patient results we have seen recently in the office. Subscribe to our podcast to ensure you don't miss an episode!

Did you know the feeling of pain is something your brain decides you should experience if it believes there is some tissue damage in your body? In fact, your brain can decide that you should feel pain even if it only thinks there is a potential threat of tissue damage. It may seem strange, but it's up to your brain to decide whether you should feel pain or not. In this episode we review the connec...

In this episode we review the 3 key factors that may contribute to a loss of balance or falls. This includes postural breakdown, lack of movement and a general loss of strength.  Subscribe to our podcast to ensure you don't miss an episode!

When patients start care, they are usually excited to get started and do whatever it takes to get better. But a few short weeks later, they may feel overwhelmed with the stretches and exercises we have given them, plus any other exercises from their physiotherapist, message therapist or athletic therapist. In this episode, we review what key things to keep top of mind to continue to get better but...

Sometimes we are the first to know.... "Doc, I haven't even told my family yet, but I'm pregnant! Can I still get adjusted? And will my newborn need an adjustment after the birth?" We get that question a lot. Yes! Getting adjusted during your pregnancy is safe and ideal for you and your baby. In this episode, Drs. Dan and Pascal discuss the benefits of chiropractic care throughout pregnancy and fo...

What to do if you have sciatica... Sciatica can be caused by a bulging disc, damage/degeneration/arthritis in your lower back or spasms from your piriformis or glute muscles. In this episode, we review the 4 best exercises you can do from home to decrease your pain.  Click here for the video:  Do you have sciatica? Simple things you can do from home... Subscribe to our podcast to ensure you don't...

When people think of chiropractic care, they usually think of back pain, neck pain or headaches. That is just scratching the surface of the benefits of chiropractic care. In this episode, Dr. Dan and Dr. Pascal, both chiropractors in Winnipeg, MB review the top 5 benefits of chiropractic care including a reduction in pain and headaches, improvements in the function and quality of life and an incre...