Hockey Tips

He shoots, he scores! Yes my friends, fall has arrived and hockey season is here. The sports networks are fired up with anticipation of following the Canucks on their road to the Stanley Cup; however, TSN has seemingly forgotten about you. Commercial leagues, drop-in...

Joint Pain & Stiffness

Are you having trouble with your joints? How well you can move your body in different directions is reflective of the range of motion of your joints. Injury, trauma and wear and tear all contribute to stiffness and limitation of your range of motion. It is often hard...

The Facts about Muscle Cramps

Have you ever been stretching in bed, and all of a sudden, a muscle just “grabs”? It really hurts, and it seems nothing gives you immediate relief, since touching the area hurts, too. Or, have you been doing some rigorous activity, and then, boom? Your muscle is...

Healthy Tips for The Perpetual Golfer

FORE! Heads up, it’s that time of year again. All you Mike Weir and Sammy Snead hopefuls are shining up your clubs in anticipation of the coming season. However, like your clubs, you have developed a little rust over the winter months. Before you charge out there in...

Loss of Range of Motion

Range of motion (or ROM) refers to the distance and direction a joint can move in relation to its optimum potential. It is important to recognize that each joint has a specific ROM that is considered to be its normal. Joints are designed by blending together strength...

Healthy Cycling Tips for the Summer

Now that the summer sunshine seems to be here to stay, many of us have dusted off our bicycles, tuned them up, and started riding. Cycling can be a leisurely pastime, a form of transportation, or a sport used for training and exercise. No matter what your intention,...