Langley Chiropractor Blog
Exercises for Neck Pain & Better Posture
Are you hoping to improve your upper body posture? Maybe keep your shoulders from rounding too much and your head too far forward.
Back Pain Detective: Finding the source of your neck pain.
If you suffer from neck pain or headaches and you're interested in going to a chiropractor, you might be wondering how is it that we figure out the source of your problem.
Who needs Core Exercises?
You probably guessed the answer, but everyone needs Core Exercises! The muscles of our core not only support our back when bending, but also stabilize our trunk when we are using our arms, lifting, squatting, or any number of daily tasks. Good core strength makes almost everything we do easier.
Becoming a Back Pain Detective: What is causing your back pain?
When someone comes to us suffering with low back pain, we do a lot of detective work in our initial questioning and physical exam to determine the root cause of the problem. But we can't be with you all of the time - so we rely on you to do some of your own detective work to discover some of the contributing factors.
Tips, Tricks & Stretches for the Desk Worker.
If you work at a computer for work or school, you know too well that it can often lead to aches and pains in the back of the neck, and the upper back, and maybe can even lead to headaches in the back of the skull.
We have created some tips, tricks and stretches to help alleviate some pain in those areas and to help stay out of pain:
How Does a Chiropractor Fix Back Pain?
Chiropractic care supports a healthy spine and has numerous solutions to manage back pain and keep it from coming back.
Set-up your workstation to Minimize Back & Neck Pain
A question we get a lot from our patients is how to set up their workstation to minimize back and neck pain. In this video (and article) I am going to show you how to best set up your workstation to fit you. I’ve taught a 1 hr workshop on this topic at workplaces across BC. Here is the quick version to get you started.
Your Travel Mobility Routine
If you're planning any type of travel in the near future and you're concerned about your back and neck health, it is going to be important to think about how you can introduce movement into your journey. Here is some stretches for your neck, back and legs.
Don’t Let Travel Become a Pain in the Neck!
Are you planning a road trip or air travel, but you're worried about your neck and back pain getting worse, or maybe you're just looking to avoid developing any back or neck pain while you're traveling? Here are 5 tips for avoiding back and neck pain while you're traveling
Low Back Pain and Breathing: What is the connection?
If you suffer from low back pain you are familiar with the feelings – stiffness, shooting pain, weak core, difficulty sitting or standing for long periods, figuring out how to tie your own shoes etc. Recently another side effect has come to light – the inability to take a full and healthy breath.
What’s the best position to sleep in? (and other sleep questions)
Are you waking up stiff and sore? Feeling like your mattress and pillow might be contributing to your back or neck pain? Not a day goes by in our practice where we don’t get asked about sleep and back pain. The reality is we spend a lot of time sleeping, and our position and bed can make a big impact. This is a big topic but let’s try and tackle a few of our patients’ most asked sleep questions:
How to lift your kids without hurting your back.
We see it over and over in our practice … A new parent with back pain, navigating the world of lifting car seats, putting a sleeping baby in a crib with out waking them, or wrestling a thrashing toddler into their stroller.
Core Exercises - Where do I start?
Have you been told you need to strengthen your core? Have you heard core exercises are helpful for back pain and think it might be part of the solution for you? The internet is full of "core exercise" but it can be tricky to figure out what is the safest and most effective.
2021 Chiropractic Holiday Hours
We’re here to help throughout the entire holiday season. Here’s a a few dates to note.
Chiropractor’s Holiday Gift Guide 2021
Are you still looking for the perfect gift for someone in your life? Or maybe the perfect gentle suggestion for yourself? Here are some of our picks for products that can help you feel good going into 2022.
8000 steps a day might be the sweet spot for longevity!
Two recent studies suggest the sweet spot for longevity lies around 7,000 to 8,000 daily steps or about 30 to 45 minutes of exercise most days.
Pack it light, wear it right – Backpack Health
It’s that time of year again, the students are back to the books and the rest of us are getting our minds back into work. Many of us are carrying heavy loads back and forth during our day.
We’re back to regular hours!
We’re back to regular hours but with some reduced capacity to accommodate enhanced cleaning & manage the number of people in the office. Online booking is available for existing patients (willowbrook.janeapp.com). New patients, please call to book at this time (604-530-0530). Please call the office at (604-530-0530) or email clinic@willowbrookchiropractic.com if you need help with booking.
Ergonomic Desk Set up
Did you know that for many years Dr. Freedman consulted with individuals and companies about workplace ergonomics?
