Get Stronger

Getting stronger means increasing your muscle strength and increasing your resilience. Both are necessary to get you healthy and to keep you healthy.

Benefits of increasing your muscle strength

From a chiropractor’s perspective having good muscle strength keeps your spine stable, improves your alignment and posture, improves your athletic performance, reduces the chance of injuries, and helps improve your balance and coordination. Furthermore, increasing your muscle strength will help you withstand and continue to partake in physical activities around the house like gardening, yard work, home renovations, shovelling, and general house work.

Increasing your resilience

Resilience is your body's ability to respond effectively when you encounter stress. Building up your internal response to a stressful situation can help ensure you heal better and stay healthy.

The following articles explain how you can boost your muscle strength and resilience from treatments like chiropractic care to lifestyle strategies like eating healthier, exercises, sleeping better, and stress management.

Side Effects of Calcium Supplements

In the quest for optimal health, many individuals turn to supplements to fill in nutritional gaps and support their well-being. Calcium supplements, in particular, have garnered widespread popularity due to their perceived benefits in promoting bone health and overall vitality. However, taking calcium supplements can have unwanted side effects. In this post we will dive deeper into the potential drawbacks of these supplements to make informed choices about our health. Understanding Calcium … [Read more...]

Chiropractic for Disc Herniations and Slipped Discs

Slipped discs, or more specifically disc herniations, affect many individuals and can cause significant discomfort. At our Edmonton-based practice, we believe in a holistic approach to healthcare, and chiropractic care plays a pivotal role in addressing disc-related issues. Let's explore how chiropractic can offer relief for disc herniations and contribute to your overall well-being. Understanding disc herniation and slipped discs The discs in your spine are the cushions between each of … [Read more...]

Is Chiropractic Safe During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy is a miraculous journey, but it can often come with aches, pains, and discomforts. Many expectant mothers wonder, "Is chiropractic safe during pregnancy?" I'm here to address your concerns and provide insights on the topic. I'm Dr. Dean Collins, a chiropractor in Edmonton, Alberta, and I have lots of experience in treating pregnant women through safe and effective chiropractic care. Pregnancy and your spine Developing problems with your spine while you are pregnant is common … [Read more...]