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Give Peace a Chance Part 2

Years ago, I stayed with a friend who lived in a quiet neighbourhood. They had a “water feature” in their backyard and I LOVED sitting in that tranquil space, listening to the trickling water. I returned to Toronto and immediately purchased an outdoor fountain so that...

Give Peace a Chance: Spending Time in the Eye of the Storm

At risk of sounding like a grouchy old codger, (I know, I’m probably too late), I’m noticing that people younger than me are regularly streaming TV shows and podcasts onto portable devices. This technology allows them to watch while they prepare food, eat, take...

Shall We Dance?

Jane and I recently started Zumba classes at the community centre. For those who don’t know, Zumba is a form of dance class that is a high-energy, full-body work out. There are also “Zumba Gold” classes, which are less intense and designed for seniors and...

Belief and Reality- the Brain Science Behind it

I had dinner with a good friend that told me if there was a germ out there, he would catch it.  If someone in his family got sick, he was bound to get whatever they had, and usually worse!  Experience had shown him that this was the case, reinforcing his belief. There...

The CORE of the Matter

This month, I would like to address the importance of your core.  If your core is weak, it will affect how movements like lifting your arm or leg will put stress on your spine and you will be more prone to injury.  Having a strong core is...

What’s the Big Deal About Fascia?

Early on, when I had just started using Network Chiropractic in our office, I had a patient that came to me after his first few visits reporting that he kept thinking about the death of his child.  His child had passed away 25 years before....

When Sleep Won’t Come

I have written previously that if I have a super power, it is the ability to sleep well most of the time.  This is an incredible gift, as sleep is so important for your health and well being, and I don't take it for granted.  I have written two...

Remembrance!

On the 11th of this month, our nation has set aside a time for Remembrance - to honour the armed forces members who have died in the line of duty.  We have done this since the end of World War 1 in 1918.  Last month, we celebrated Thanksgiving, an...

The Power of Reminders

Visual reminders can be extremely helpful.  Seymour Simons had a  song in 1931 "Tie a little string around your finger (so you'll remember me)" .  The Marvelettes picked up the theme in 1993 with  a song by the same title, but Solomon had spoken of...

Cognitive Shuffling

During a time when my father was ill, I stayed at his place and got up several times a night to help him get to the bathroom safely.  This was actually not a huge hardship for me, as I am blessed with the ability to sleep well.  When Gillian was a baby, I...
An Exercise to Manage STRESS

An Exercise to Manage STRESS

In honour of International Mental Health week, I (Dr. Ivey) wanted to share an excerpt form my book that is coming out in the next month, "Living...

How is Life in the Soup?

How is Life in the Soup?

I (Dr. Ivey) had a patient visit this month that came in straight from work.  She had retired from this job 8 months before, but she was...

From the Ground Up!

From the Ground Up!

I, (Dr. Dave), did some spring cleaning and I'm getting rid of 12 pairs of shoes!  This is not just because I wanted space in my closet or that I...

The Ceiling Fan

The Ceiling Fan

This past autumn when I (Dr. Dave) got back from a trip, I found that Dr. Corey had posted a sign that the ceiling fan in the office bathroom...

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,...

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...

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