by melissa | Jan 15, 2020 | Blog, Sleep Disorders, Stress
Between work, family and finances, it’s safe to say that we all feel wound up once and awhile. Stress is our body’s biological response to help protect itself against perceived threats. For this reason, experiencing stress once and a while is perfectly natural. But...
by Anjelica | Jan 1, 2020 | Athletes/Active, Blog, Chronic Pain
It’s the start of 2020, and people are feeling motivated to embrace their New Year’s resolutions and work towards living a healthier lifestyle. Whether it’s by lifting weights at the gym, joining a running club or trying CrossFit, many of us are strengthening our...
by melissa | Dec 12, 2019 | Blog
For many Calgarians, winter is a special time of year. The snow has arrived, the holiday festivities are in full-swing and the mountains are calling. But for the 3% of Canadians facing SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) the shorter and colder days of winter can bring...
by melissa | Nov 15, 2019 | Blog
For the 300,000 Canadians living with epilepsy, a seizure can strike at any time. These recurrent and unexpected episodes can cause sufferers to experience confusion, loss of consciousness and uncontrollable movement of the arms and legs. Although each seizure can...
by melissa | Oct 21, 2019 | Blog, Chronic Pain
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a term used to describe a variety of neurological conditions that impairs muscle coordination and affects body movement. Approximately 50,000 Canadians are living with CP, but the number could be greater as milder forms of the condition often go...
by melissa | Sep 12, 2019 | Blog
What is eczema? The seasons are changing and the cooler fall weather causes many of us to develop dry, irritated skin. But for 17% of Canadians, inflamed and painful skin symptoms persist all year round. Eczema is a group of conditions that can cause the skin to...
