Welcome to my blog where we explore the power of chiropractic care and lifestyle strategies for enhanced well-being. I’m Dr. Dean Collins, your dedicated Edmonton chiropractor, and I’m excited to share with you how chiropractic care and other lifestyle strategies can address various health issues. Through a series of insightful blog posts, we’ll delve into the world of spinal health, pain relief, and preventive measures to help you lead a healthier, more fulfilling life.
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Is a Pinched Nerve Causing Numbness and Tingling in Your Feet and Legs?
Are numbness and tingling in your feet and legs interfering with your daily life? Maybe these sensations strike after sitting for long periods or standing for a while. If this sounds familiar, a pinched nerve causing numbness and tingling in your feet and legs may be to blame. Understanding the underlying cause can help you
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When Should You Take Your Child to a Chiropractor?
Many parents assume that a child only needs to see a chiropractor when they have back pain or an injury. Those are certainly common reasons. But after more than 30 years of caring for children and families in my Edmonton chiropractic practice, I also see chiropractic care as a proactive way of looking after a
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Why Does My Lower Back Hurt After Working Out?
Does your lower back feel sore, stiff, or painful after lifting weights, going to the gym, or exercising? Lower back pain after working out can happen for several reasons. Muscle strain, a sudden increase in training load, exercise technique, reduced mobility, joint irritation, or an underlying back problem may all contribute. Some muscle soreness after
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Why Does My Back Hurt When I Take a Deep Breath?
Does your mid back, upper back, or rib area hurt when you take a deep breath? Back pain when taking a deep breath can sometimes come from the muscles, ribs, or joints of the mid back. Because your rib cage expands and moves every time you breathe, irritation or injury involving these structures may become





