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Yoga, Chiropractic

4 Powerful Ways Yoga Increases the Effectiveness of Chiropractic Care

April 23, 2018/0 Comments/in Chiropractic Blog, Health /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

Yoga hasn’t taken the world by storm, but it has gained steadily in popularity in the last decade. Originally developed thousands of years ago, the practice of breathing, posing, and stretching offers a variety of important health benefits. Reduced stress and blood pressure, increased flexibility and stamina, greater balance, and a better understanding of breathing techniques are all fabulous results of practicing yoga.

In addition to the normal exercise benefits yoga offers, the practice serves as treatment for a variety of injuries and health conditions. Yoga embodies the recognition of the link between physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and reaches its fans in deeper ways than other forms of traditional exercise.

Although the two disciplines come from entirely different histories, the concept that yoga heals the body in its entirety closely mirrors the concept behind chiropractic care. These similar foundations offer enormous benefits to those suffering from a variety of injuries and conditions that seek help from a chiropractor. By incorporating yoga sessions into their treatment, chiropractic patients often reap great rewards.

Here are four reasons why:

Yoga primes the body for healing

Practicing yoga stretches and elongates the body’s muscles, releasing tension and stress. Before patients visit their chiropractors, yoga can serve to warm up their bodies and clarify their minds, so the chiropractor can dig into the root problem. Yoga complements chiropractic treatment by readying the body to heal itself.

Yoga strengthens joints and ligaments

Dealing with a health condition or injury is frustrating and can seem like it takes forever to heal. Implementing yoga into a recovery plan helps strengthen joints and ligaments, which aids in promoting healing and cutting down the time it takes to get better.

Yoga works on the body as a whole and promotes greater well-being from head to toe. A stronger body absorbs chiropractic care more productively and deeply than one that is stiff, sore, and unhealthy.

Yoga increases range of motion

Depending on the severity of the individual’s specific condition, chiropractic patients may need several visits to "prep" their bodies before the main issue can even be addressed. Yoga sessions increase a body’s flexibility and help with the range of motion in the neck, back, hips, and other joints. By going into a chiropractic treatment equipped with better range of motion, the patient is more pliable, and the visit is able to offer more in-depth adjustments, for greater results.

Prevents future injury

Many reasons individuals seek chiropractic treatment are for recurring issues. Yoga provides an ongoing way for patients dealing with chronic issues to manage and reduce instances of pain, inflammation, and other symptoms. A regimen of yoga coupled with chiropractic care keeps the body aligned, its balance level, the muscles stretched and de-stressed, and the joints operating efficiently.

Both also serve to keep posture correct, and ligaments strong. All of these results create a body that is less susceptible to future injury, and less inclined for previous medical conditions to resurface. Individuals enjoy greater mobility longer, all without changing their active lifestyles.

Yoga has long been touted as the answer for many of the body’s issues, and it’s smart for individuals, whether dealing with current issues or in prime health, to check out the basics of yoga. Chiropractic care coupled with yoga offers a great many benefits to patients who are dealing with medical conditions or injury. Ask your chiropractor for an evaluation of your health issues, and whether adding yoga to your overall health plan would help you lead a better, more active life.

5 Tips Chiropractic Patients Can Use When Choosing The Perfect Pillow

March 20, 2017/0 Comments/in Chiropractic Blog, Health /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

Neck pain is nobody’s friend, and it is definitely not an ideal sleeping companion. Pain-filled nights can leave a person dull, groggy, and not ready to face the day in the morning. Unfortunately, certain sleeping positions can further aggravate neck pain to the point it robs a person of a good night’s sleep.

If you suffer from neck pain, the toll it takes on deep sleep isn’t news to you. What may surprise you, however, is choosing the right pillow can make a huge difference in whether you lie awake grumpily watching the clock or snuggle cozily into dream land.

A million pillow choices await you. The first order of business is determining the primary position you sleep in. Certain shapes of pillows cradle the head and neck more comfortably, depending on the sleeping position.

Now that you have determined your favorite sleeping position, you are ready to shop for a new pillow. Be certain to keep these five tips in mind before you settle on your new bed mate.

#1: Ask for a recommendation from your chiropractor.

Before selecting your new pillow, talk to the person who understands the cause of your neck pain, your chiropractor. He or she will give you some valuable pointers on choosing the pillow that will be most beneficial.

#2: Do your research.

Fire up the Internet and search for pillows by your sleeping position. Read the reviews from people who also have neck pain, and see which pillows helped them. Note the pillow name, price, and store that sells it.

#3: Think about the filling.

Pillows are filled with a variety of materials, and you will need to consider which one is right for you. Feather pillows may offer neck comfort, but if you are allergic this is the wrong choice.

Memory foam is a popular choice because of it’s ability to contour to your body’s shape. Give some thought to the type of filling that best suits your sleeping style.

#4: Consider the size.

Pillows should generally be between 4-6 inches in height, and should alleviate the pressure points around your neck and shoulders. Extra thick pillows or especially flat ones are most likely the wrong choices (again, this depends on your sleeping position).

Your size should also be considered when choosing a pillow. A large person needs a bigger pillow, while a more petite person should go with a smaller pillow. The bottom line is the pillow should provide support and comfort, and hold your neck in a neutral position.

#5: Don’t try to ‘make do’ with a budget pillow.

Pillows designed to reduce neck pain are not going to be cheap. With all the less expensive pillows available, its tempting to settle for a more modestly priced option.

Before you end up spending a smaller amount of cash on a pillow that won’t alleviate your current problem, remember the many painful nights and groggy mornings that you would have paid a ton of money just to feel good. Then open your wallet and buy the pillow that will minimize that from ever happening again. Parting with the cash won’t kill you. We promise.

Neck pain and the lack of sleep that results is a serious issue. Addressing it with a good chiropractor is the first step toward improving the situation.

Shopping for the perfect pillow is a close second in importance. By following these tips and taking the time to choose the right pillow, you will be snoozing away pain-free in no time at all!

Are You Too Tired During The Day?

October 20, 2016/0 Comments/in Chiropractic Blog, Health, Nutrition /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

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Do you need to improve your energy? If you feel like you have a hard time keeping your eyes open, it may have to do with one of your lifestyle habits. Dr. Kent Ferguson from Oliver Chiropractic Wellness Clinic discusses one way to improve your daily energy.

Oliver Chiropractic Wellness Clinic is one Edmonton’s finest health care clinics. We are excited for the opportunity to work with you in achieving your health goals. Our wellness clinic offers chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapy and shockwave therapy services tailored to your meet your needs.

Why portion control matters in weight loss

August 2, 2016/0 Comments/in Chiropractic Blog, Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

At the beginning of the year, you may have made weight loss one of your main goals. You probably even went ahead and bought clothes two sizes smaller, to serve as motivation for your weight loss goal.

When it comes to losing weight, managing your dietary habits will likely have the greatest impact. One of the simplest things you can do is practice portion control. It’s been said time and again that weight-loss battles are won in the kitchen.

 Ways To Control Your Portions:

  • Do not skip your meals
    If you ate three meals in a day with a snack in between, you would significantly reduce your chances of overfeeding. Skipping a meal means that you may be more prone to indulge in a large meal to satisfy your hunger. Eating regularly also speeds up your metabolism, and you end up storing less fat. Start your day with a healthy breakfast. Consider a protein shake mixed with vegetables and fruit; or a boiled egg served with mixed vegetables and fruit. For snack time, a handful nuts or trail mix are great options that will allow you to eat your lunch and dinner in controlled quantities.
  • More Protein
    The quality of what you have on your plate makes all the difference. Complexcarbsand protein keep you fuller for longer. If your hunger pains are toned down, you are less likely to eat all the time. Additionally, proteins in your diet help to build muscle which increases your ability to lose those extra pounds. Excellent sources of protein include black beans, lentils, eggs, and lean cuts of meat.
  • Make Use of a Kitchen Scale
    You may be as guilty of trusting your eyes’ judgment as I am. Aren’t we all? While you may believe your eyes know what a half ounce of an ingredient looks like; there is the possibility of being inaccurate. In some cases greatly inaccurate. So it may be best to make use of a kitchen scale. When you weigh your food, you reduce the chances of overestimating the quantity. Now, I know this sounds tedious. Consider the fact that you may not use the scale all the time once you begin to better understand your portions. It’s a just a good place to start.

Weight loss may not be as difficult as we make it out to be. However, it only becomes easy when you become the master of the portion and quality of food that makes it to your plate. When you learn the art of curbing your cravings and eating less food, you gain control of your body.

Weight loss will require efforts in dietary habits, exercise and physical activity as well as removing self-limiting thoughts. At Oliver Chiropractic Wellness Clinic our services are aimed at supporting you in reaching your goals. Book an apointment at [sc name=”tel-ocwc”]

3 Ways To Stay Active – Choose One

June 23, 2016/0 Comments/in Chiropractic, Chiropractic Blog, Health, News /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

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My goal as a family wellness chiropractor is to help my patients live a life full of energy and not be limited by pain. I’ve been in practice now for over 12 years and I can tell one thing. If my patient’s don’t actively stimulate their bodies with movement and exercise, they will have a harder time feeling better. There can be a large gap between wanting to be more active and actually being more active. Here are 3 solutions to consider. (Click here to watch video on 3 Ways To Stay Active)

1) HIRE A PERSONAL TRAINER

There’s a difference between how you believe you are standing and moving vs what you are actually doing. It’s difficult to understand the difference of what we are doing and what we think we’re doing without someone watching us. This is where a personal trainer becomes invaluable. Having someone who is trained to understand how your body should move with exercise can mean the difference between success and injury. Injuries increase the chances of you becoming less motivated because you don’t want to hurt yourself; which is valid because who wants to hurt themselves?

When it comes to personal training, you have options. If you are new to the gym, you may be able to find deals and packages for both personal training and gym membership. There’s typically some sort of promotion going on so shop around. You can hire a personal trainer and train at city or community gyms. This option may be a little cheaper than brand name gyms depending upon your use of the community or city gym. Also, community and city gyms may offer other amenities such as pools, tracks and child care that may be valuable to you.

Watch Video: OCWC presents Marked Improvement Personal Training:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j33bKR0jMXE

2) FITNESS CLASSES 

Fitness classes can be a great way to keep yourself on track. Maybe you join a class with your friends or co-workers. Maybe over the course of time you get to know some of people in your group fitness class. In either case there is a greater potential to be motivated and held accountable by the group. Whether that accountability is real or perceived doesn’t really matter as long as it keeps you on task towards your goal.

Fitness classes can be relatively inexpensive to purchase and there are many to choose from. You can try group spin, yoga, Pilates, Zumba, kettle bell, yoga/Pilate fusion, dance, barre, aqua aerobics classes and much more. Sometimes your existing gym membership allows you drop in on some of these classes which can be a great way to mix up your workouts.

Be sure to discuss any difficulties you have performing movements with your class instructor. In some cases you may need to consult a health care professional; to address any problems that may limit your enjoyment and positive progression with your choice of exercise class.

3) JUST DO IT

Just choose to be active and make decisions that will allow you to be more active. Yup it’s that easy. Well it isn’t but the self talk you have with yourself will make all the difference in the world.

Maybe you have a history of physical activity. Life and “responsibility” can sometimes dominate and push other healthy activities out of the way. If this is the case, finding the time can be the biggest challenge. So, decide to start small. Maybe you start by deciding to take a walk every morning, afternoon or evening. Maybe you would prefer to cycle or jog. Just start with one thing and decide to be consistent.

Sometimes you need to have serious conversations with yourself. Find out what you want from yourself or what you want to give yourself and use that as motivation. Don’t be afraid to talk out loud to yourself. You know “get out of bed and workout because……” or “go straight to the gym, fitness class or park because……”. For me, I tell myself that I can not be there for the people I love, enjoy the things I love if I don’t have my health. Now only you can fill in the blanks with something that means something to you. Good Luck.

Dr. Kent Ferguson
Oliver Chiropractic Wellness Clinic
www.ocwc.ca
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CoQ10

June 5, 2013/in Health /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

CoQ10 is similar to a vitamin.  You can find it in every cell of the body. Your body produces it for energy to create cell growth and maintenance.  It also uses it to protect against harmful diseases and molecules.

There are a lot of claims made about CoQ10 so we created a quick video to explain some of its benefits.  If you battle with low energy levels or even some diseases, it’s a must-watch.

If you have any questions, feel free to call us at our Edmonton Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic – 780.455.2112 or email us at info@ocwc.ca

Get Relief From Arthritis Joint Pain

May 3, 2013/in Health /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

If you’re someone that struggles with limited movement because of arthritis or joint pain, and can’t get everything done in your day because of the fatigue and discomfort. The nutritional supplement Wobenzyme may be a great addition to your health regimen.

If you have any questions, feel free to call us at our Edmonton Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic – 780.455.2112 or email us at info@ocwc.ca

How To Overcome Joint Pain

April 12, 2013/in Health, News /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

If you’ve been battling joint pain for any reason, these 3 things Dr. Philips Ly shares in this months video may be the cause:

Call us @ 780.455.2112 if you have any questions. Or, stop by the Edmonton office.

How To Defend Against A Fast Food World

March 15, 2013/in Health /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

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If you’re like most of us, the demands of a tight schedule and tons of responsibilities can cause you to make an occasional poor food choice. In our Edmonton Chiropractic clinic, we see more than a few people daily who struggle with this often.

The issue becomes when we compound the problem with continuous poor choices, which causes our cholesterol to rise into an unhealthy zone and even critical area.

Even people that exercise frequently can still have issues with high cholesterol. If you haven’t had your cholesterol checked recently, give us a call or email us to schedule an appointment.

780.455.2112 or info@ocwc.ca

Could You Benefit From a Liver Cleanse?

March 15, 2013/in Health /by Dr. Kent Ferguson

Could You Benefit From a Liver Cleanse?

There are a lot of important functions the liver has in our overall health. At OCWC, an Edmonton Chiropractic clinic, we see many clients that have low energy levels or weight problems receive tremendous benefit by going on a liver cleanse.

If you have any questions feel free to contact us at our office. 780.455.2112

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