Is there someone or multiple people on your Christmas list for whom it’s impossible to find a gift? Every year, it seems to be the same dilemma: what do you get for the person who has everything? We’d like to make the task a bit simpler for you this holiday season: give the gift of…
Pregnancy Care at CURAVITA During pregnancy, back pain is present in nearly 50% of cases of pregnancy. The pain and discomfort can have a profound effect on the quality of life and one’s ability to perform regular activities of daily living. Back pain, wrist pain and leg cramps are the most frequently reported issues as…
What is inflammation? Inflammation is a normal process in the body that helps us heal. Think of inflammation as the body’s natural response to protect itself against harm; like engine lights on your car’s dashboard. These signals illuminate when they detect a problem in your car. The solution is to find out where the problem…
Managing MSK Pain with Collaborative Care Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions include a wide range of disorders that can impact the bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and connective tissue. Almost 90% of Canadians suffer from MSK pain, which can negatively impact almost all aspects of daily life. The most common type of MSK pain affecting Canadians is…
Vitamin D for Shorter Days As the days grow shorter and winter casts its longer shadows, the importance of Vitamin D for our health becomes increasingly apparent. Vitamin D plays a crucial role in maintaining various aspects of our well-being. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the significance of Vitamin D, how you can…
Boost your Immune System this Winter This winter is proving to be a very cold one already! Amidst the harsh cold, it’s crucial to fortify our defences with “Healthy Immune System Hacks.” The chilling temperatures keep us indoors, reducing regular physical activity and increasing exposure to germs. The immune system is the body’s defence against…
As we head into the colder month s of the year, it is important to remain active and get regular exercise. Last week’s blog discussed how to get started and who to go to for help with exercise recommendations, this week we follow up with the benefits of exercise. Exercise has many benefits to your…