Tag: pain

Yoga at KIHC: Relief for Low Back Pain

back pain

Did you know that about 80% of people experience back pain at some point in their lives? If you have ever been there (or are there now), you’re definitely not alone.

But solely focusing on the back pain may not be the only or even best approach to relief. Low back pain is not only about your back. As everything in our bodies is interconnected, there is often another place you can put your attention without going right to that lower back pain point.

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Just breathe!

breathing well“Just breathe!” This is often much easier said than done! There is a great deal that goes into healthy breathing, especially given the stressors of the twenty-first century. Breathing is foundational to our health and yet many of us are not breathing well.

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Photobiomodulation Therapy at KIHC

Photobiomodulation TherapyWe’re pleased to introduce a versatile technology to our clients and patients that we believe aligns with the body’s ability to heal: a “Photobiomodulation” device by Inlight Therapy.

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Compounding for Pain! What is that?

Pain PharmacistSometimes a commercially prepared drug isn’t right for you: The dose is too high, the pill is too large, or it contains additives that you’re allergic to. Sometimes the drug you rely on is suddenly in short supply or discontinued! This is when it’s handy to know a Compounding Pharmacist.

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New Program for Physiotherapy Clients!

We’ve noticed that a well-chosen botanical or nutraceutical anti-inflammatory supplement can significantly speed up the recovery process for some clients receiving physiotherapy. While Christine works on the mechanical and structural causes of your pain, let a Naturopathic Doctor address some of the functional and biochemical factors. This synergy is one of the reasons why practitioners at KIHC work so closely together.*

Naturopathic medicine is designed to address underlying causes of discomfort by assessing the entire person. A well developed plan can take an hour or two to create. But we understand that sometimes, all you want is a little bit of targeted support with professional guidance

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A Breath of Fresh Air

This Earth Day, let’s explore healthy breathing and gratitude for fresh, clean air!

What are Breathing Pattern Disorders?

Breathing pattern disorders (BPDs) include a range of abnormal respiratory patterns, such as shallow breathing from our upper chest, or hyperventilation, where we breathe too quickly. Breathing dysfunctions impact our energy levels, mental clarity, chronic pain conditions, and overall wellbeing.

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Christine’s Physiotherapy Philosophy

Physiotherapists are primary health care providers that have an in-depth knowledge of the body and specialized hands-on clinical skills that can assess, diagnose and treat a variety of conditions and injuries. How physiotherapists work within the guidelines is completely different, which is just one reason why I love my job. I have created my own philosophy, which is often different from other physiotherapists.

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