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Morning Routine

I (Dr. Dave) have not always been a morning person.  In fact, while in University and sharing a home with a bunch of guys, I was known for keeping my alarm clock on the other side of the room (so I couldn't shut it off in my sleep) but then still hitting the...

Tips for When You’re Sick

Of course, we never want to get sick, but there may be times that one may succumb to the myriad of viruses that surround us.   The best medicine is prevention, of course, and we encourage you to keep your nervous system "fine tuned" so that your...

How Long?

As a doctor, I often get asked how long a condition will take to heal.  As a human being that will get conditions myself, I understand.  When I'm in pain, I want definitive answers.  How long?  How many treatments?  What is the fastest...

The STRESS Response!

Last month both Dr. Corey and Dr. Dave each got the "privilege" of experiencing an audit from the Chiropractic Association.  The regulating body plans these on a regular basis for chiropractors to ensure that we are following the guidelines set out by the...

Do vs. Be (part 2)

Last month I (Dr. Dave) wrote the "In Good Health" article on Doing vs. Being.  I'd like to continue that conversation. While it is important NOT to define ourselves by what we do, but rather who we are, it occurs to me that sometimes we can desire to BE something,...

Do vs. Be

As I was thinking about an article for this month, I watched an excellent video on Facebook of a commencement address at NC State by graduate, Kelsey O’Connor, class of ‘23. She addressed the question that many new graduates face, “What are you going to do next?” ...

Self Care

As a proponent of self care, I (Dr. Dave) treated myself this week to an amazing massage with Gabriela Mezmer, just up the street from us.  On the way home I went by Canadian Tire to pick up a Canada Day planter to go outside the office.  As I was leaving, I was...

A Lot Can Happen in 30 Years!

It is hard to believe it is 30 years since Jane and I joined the Henry Farm Community.  A lot has happened in that time.  The neighbourhood has grown and changed, and so have we- individually and as an office.  Dr. Ron Gibson retired in 1993, entrusting the practice...

How Full is Your Tank?

Last week, a patient described being more "sensitive" than usual.  It was difficult for her to put into words, but she said she felt more "aware".  Upon reflection, she realized that her recent dental surgery had taken a toll on her nervous system, and...

Spring Cleaning for Life

Signs of spring are here!  Sunshine and longer days make some of us think about getting out in the garden.  Soon it will be time to take off those winter tires! Some of us will create more closet space by packing away our heavy winter...
Morning Routine

Morning Routine

I (Dr. Dave) have not always been a morning person.  In fact, while in University and sharing a home with a bunch of guys, I was known for...

How Long?

How Long?

As a doctor, I often get asked how long a condition will take to heal.  As a human being that will get conditions myself, I understand. ...

The STRESS Response!

The STRESS Response!

Last month both Dr. Corey and Dr. Dave each got the "privilege" of experiencing an audit from the Chiropractic Association.  The regulating...

Do vs. Be (part 2)

Do vs. Be (part 2)

Last month I (Dr. Dave) wrote the "In Good Health" article on Doing vs. Being.  I'd like to continue that conversation. While it is important NOT to...

Do vs. Be

Do vs. Be

As I was thinking about an article for this month, I watched an excellent video on Facebook of a commencement address at NC State by graduate,...

Self Care

Self Care

As a proponent of self care, I (Dr. Dave) treated myself this week to an amazing massage with Gabriela Mezmer, just up the street from us.  On the...

A Lot Can Happen in 30 Years!

A Lot Can Happen in 30 Years!

It is hard to believe it is 30 years since Jane and I joined the Henry Farm Community.  A lot has happened in that time.  The neighbourhood has...

How Full is Your Tank?

How Full is Your Tank?

Last week, a patient described being more "sensitive" than usual.  It was difficult for her to put into words, but she said she felt more...

Spring Cleaning for Life

Spring Cleaning for Life

Signs of spring are here!  Sunshine and longer days make some of us think about getting out in the garden.  Soon it will be time to take...

The Power of the Dog Leash

The Power of the Dog Leash

Since we are "celebrating" National Puppy Day this month, I thought I would write about Becca.  Many of you have seen her, ensconced on her...

Listen to the Whisper

Listen to the Whisper

Last month we had a new patient who was a young man that had been an athlete for much of his life.  He had a sustained different injuries...

Routine vs. Variety

Routine vs. Variety

One for Maintenance, One for Growth It is a new year!  2023 is upon us.  Whether you like to set new year's resolutions or not,...

Core with Dr. Corey Part 3

Core with Dr. Corey Part 3

Click on the link below to watch the third and final video in the series "Core with Dr. Corey". Learn some practical exercises you can do at home to...

Core with Dr. Corey Part 2

Core with Dr. Corey Part 2

Why is the core so important?  The core is the central part of our bodies and it includes the pelvis, lower back and hips. It is important to...

Core with Dr. Corey

Core with Dr. Corey

We are excited to announce a new series of videos that will be available on our You Tube channel.  Dr. Corey is teaching about the importance...

Posture Matters

Posture Matters

Last week, we taught a workshop on Posture in our studio.  I talk about posture a lot, as a chiropractor.  If you look back through the...

Dave turns 60!

Dave turns 60!

This past month I celebrated my 60th birthday. So what have I learned in 60 years of life?  I could ramble on and on, but I will try to keep it...

Quality Sleep:  Tips & Tricks

Quality Sleep: Tips & Tricks

This spring I hosted a movement challenge group and the participants could get bonus points with different activities.  One was to list their...

Walk Back into Summer

Walk Back into Summer

Would you like to try a new way to exercise this summer?  It doesn’t require any equipment and proponents report that it: speeds up the body’s...

Rest.

Rest.

Last year we took the summer off and drove to the west coast.  We purchased a 2017 Rav4 for the trip, as we felt our little 2005 Corolla might...

Lessons from my Snow Tire

Lessons from my Snow Tire

In the middle of April I injured my back.  Encouraged by the spring weather, I decided to switch out my snow tires for the all-season tires...

Get Rid of the Noise!

Get Rid of the Noise!

I saw a new patient last month who has experienced tinnitus, a constant ringing in the ear, for the past 18 months. After her third visit, she came...

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