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10 Tips To Staying Active During The Winter Months

Denisa January 23, 2019 Leave a Comment

10 Tips To Staying Active During The Winter Months

When it gets cold outside, we tend to spend more time indoors doing sedentary activities and it can be difficult to stay active. It’s helpful to plan ahead and set some time aside in your schedule a few days a week to make sure you’re getting the activity you need.

To have health benefits from exercise, adults need a total of 2.5 hours of activity spread across the week. These activities need to be moderate-to-vigorous intensity aerobic activities. Moderate-intensity physical activities include brisk walking or bike riding. Generally, you know your activity is moderate-intensity if you sweat a little and breathe harder than when you’re moving about day-to-day. Vigorous-intensity activities include jogging or cross-country skiing, and you’re likely to find yourself sweating and feeling out of breath.

Here are a few tips to help keep you motivated to stay active during the winter months:

  • Plan activities ahead. When activities are in your calendar, you are less likely to forget them. Preparedness also helps set good habits.
  • Find a fun local outdoor activity, like snow shoeing, skiing, or skating.
  • Dress in layers. Insulate your body. When you can keep your body warm, it’s easier to continue being active outside.
  • Use your daylight hours. It’s easier to stay outside while it’s still light out. It’s easy to miss out on activities when you start them too late in the day.
  • Find indoor activities at your local community center or gyms. This could be aerobics classes, badminton, basketball, or yoga classes.
  • Climb stairs. Deliberately add more steps to your day. Consider going up and down a flight in your home, the mall, or an office building more than once over the course of your regular daily activities. As little as five minutes can make a huge difference for your health.
  • Visit a library to find more motivation. There are plenty of free exercise DVDs you can borrow, including dance, step, aerobics, or Pilates. You can use the return date as a deadline to pick up another one!
  • Sign up for a fun run. You can often find non-competitive “fun runs” in your community that are usually between 5 and 10 kilometers. You can invite friends and family to join in!
  • Find an activity buddy. Find someone willing to commit to being active as often as you are, and set a plan. That could be planning to meet for morning walks or afternoon workouts. Having a friend keeps you accountable.
  • Download a fitness app. There are many fitness apps that you can download right to your phone. Those apps can include 30-day challenges, yoga classes, step distance calculators, or even just your regular day-to-day fitness activities ideas. Download an app (or even multiples ones) that works for you and give that a try!

For help on setting activity goals based on your specific musculoskeletal needs, you can always ask your chiropractor about what activities are right for you.

Whatever your activity level is, remember to stay hydrated. It is easy to forget to drink water when it’s cold out, but your body needs just as much hydration in a snowstorm as it does in a heatwave.2

Most importantly, stay motivated. Revisit your goals to make sure you’re still on track. Plan ahead and make sure you can envision your goal as you look ahead towards the finish line.

Here’s to staying active in the new year!

Call our office today at (519) 250-6288 to set up your appointment! Don’t forget to like and share this post with your family and friends.

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TOP 10 REASONS TO SEE A CHIROPRACTOR

Denisa January 8, 2019 Leave a Comment

TOP 10 REASONS TO SEE A CHIROPRACTOR

There are many reasons why you might choose to see a Chiropractor. Perhaps you’ve tried other treatment options with no success. Or perhaps you are simply seeking a more natural way to treat your health issues. Dr. Bekic can offer you drug-free treatment options that are safe and effective.

Regardless of the reason you’ve chosen, you’ve made the first step in what will become an integral part of your continued good health. The benefits of chiropractic treatment are vast, even though you may only seek to treat one particular area of your body, the results will be felt all over. The main tenant of chiropractic treatment is that by simply re-aligning one tiny little joint, the entire body can then return to its correct position.

Let’s take a look at the top ten health issues we successfully treat every day at Lifetime Wellness Center.

1.    BACK PAIN

Chiropractic treatment for neck and back pain is especially effective. People with bad posture tend to get that way because something is slightly out of alignment within the spine. As a method of reducing pain, a patient may shift their position, and unknowingly exacerbating the problem, and causing it to spread. A Chiropractor can treat the source of the pain, sometimes in as little as a single visit. The result is that the patient is then able to use proper posture, and be pain free.

2.    NECK PAIN

As above, neck pain can be the result of poor posture. With chiropractic adjustments, the entire spine including the back and neck can be put back into proper alignment, thereby reducing neck pain.

3.    PAIN AND TINGLING

We have treated many patients suffering from conditions such as Carpal Tunnel syndrome, who experience pain, tingling and even numbness in their wrists. Often these types of symptoms are the result of compression on the carpal nerves within the wrist. The culprit? Very often, the bones within the arms, wrists and hands need an adjustment.

4.    HEADACHES

By treating other structures within the body, such as the neck and back, many types of headaches can be treated and cured. In fact, a study by Duke University found that chiropractic treatment for headaches was more effective than taking pain medications!

5.    FATIGUE

Let’s face it, when our body hurts, it can cause us to have a feeling of tiredness and fatigue. The body is in a constant state of attempting to fight the pain, which can really wear us down. The good news is that most of our patients at Lifetime Wellness Center report a feeling of invigoration following the treatment.

6.    POOR SLEEP QUALITY

Many people suffer from poor sleep quality due to pain issues within the body. On top of causing sleep disruptions, it can also lead to some of the other symptoms we’ve discussed so far. We all know that a good night’s rest is one of the most important things we can give our body, to allow it to recharge while we sleep. Treating body pain with chiropractic therapy can help improve your quality of sleep, and thereby lead to a reduction in other symptoms caused by lack of ZZs.

7.    STRESS

Let’s face it, in today’s fast paced world, life is hectic and most of us probably feel that we have too much going on. Stress is one of the most detrimental conditions to suffer from, because while it originates in the mind, it very often manifests physically in the body. Even if you don’t have pain, chiropractic treatments can help reduce stress on your body and soul.

8.    INJURIES DUE TO CAR ACCIDENTS

We have a large number of patients who have been referred to us after being injured in car accidents. Soft tissue injuries can be difficult to treat. With chiropractic treatments, the key is returning the body’s muscles and bones to their natural. The result is that soft tissue injuries heal much faster due to being supported properly by the skeletal system.

9.    REDUCING THE USE OF PAINKILLERS

One of the biggest benefits of chiropractic treatment is that it’s a natural approach to treating pain. There are so many different dangerous pain medications on the market, many of which are habit forming. We help our patients to reduce and eventually discontinue the use of these dangerous medications. The only side effects they have are improved overall health!

10. ALMOST AS GOOD AS VITAMIN C!

Chiropractic treatments are proven to help strengthen the immune system. As noted above, when the body is in a constant state of pain, it’s in fight mode, using the immune system to help fight off what is attacking the body. By treating the entire body, Dr. Bekic is able to help our patients become strong inside and out.

SUMMARY

As you can see, there are many conditions that can be successfully treated with chiropractic therapy. If you are seeking a more natural way of treating your health issues, chiropractic is the way to go. In fact many of our patients have treatments even when they do not have a pain issue. As a way of maintaining good health and the benefits of any treatment, chiropractic treatment can be performed on a regular basis to keep you in excellent health.

The next time you are considering doing something nice for yourself, perhaps a manicure or pedicure, why not give chiropractic treatment a try? You’ll leave our clinic feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and most of all, strong and healthy! We even have Registered Massage Therapists who work in tandem with our Chiropractors to give you a wonderful experience in a safe and natural environment.

Call our office today at (519) 250-6288 to set up your appointment! Don’t forget to like and share this post with your family and friends.

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Neck Pain? Top 10 Causes

Denisa November 29, 2018 Leave a Comment

Neck Pain? Top 10 Causes

Just about everyone has suffered from neck pain at one point or another in their lives. Luckily for most people, the pain is intermittent and isn’t chronic or constant. But for some people, neck pain can be a part of everyday life. It’s important to realize that the muscles of the neck are connected to many other muscles within the body, all lending support to the joints. If one of these muscles if even a little bit off, the results could be, well, painful!

TREATING NECK PAIN

 

There are many ways to treat neck pain. Everything from pain killers to chiropractic treatments can work, but there are also things you can do yourself to help improve your neck pain, with just a few simple changes.

Below are the top ten causes or habits that can lead to neck pain, and some tips on how you can reduce your risk of developing this pain.

 

 

TOP 10 Neck Pain Causes

POSTURE POSTURE POSTURE!

Poor posture is one of the leading causes of neck pain. In today’s world, technology is how we go about many things in life. The fact is, while technology is an important part of our lives, it can also cause lots of problems and neck pain being a big one. Try to be aware of your posture when using your technology, and be sure that you are sitting up straight, shoulders back, and your device at eye level. Ensure that you are not using posture that we refer to as “text neck” which is basically a forward head posture that is used when texting for example. Keeping the head in this forward or downward angle is the leading cause of neck pain and will have a negative impact on your entire body. If you need some tips on maintaining good posture, be sure to ask Dr. Bekic and he’ll be happy to answer any question!

POOR ERGONOMICS

As noted above, technology is pretty much unavoidable these days. How we use our technology makes the difference in our health issues including neck pain. While posture is key, it’s pretty difficult to have good posture if the area where our devices are located have poor ergonomics. Having a proper chair with adequate back support and having a desk with an appropriate height will all contribute to good posture, and as a result, reduced pain.

LUGGING HEAVY BAGS

Carrying around heavy items, such as brief cases or purses on a regular basis can really put a strain on the muscles of the neck. In part, this is due to strain being placed on one side of the body only. Most women will tell you that they carry their purse on a particular side and don’t usually switch it up. If you are someone who likes to have all your stuff with you at all times, investing in a good backpack, or at the very least, a cross-body type bag, will help to even out the strain on your neck muscles.

POOR SUPPORT DURING SLEEP

Everyone has an opinion about which is the healthiest sleep position; some people feel sleeping on your back is bad, others will say the same about sleeping on your stomach. The key to proper support during sleep is having the right type of mattress and pillow so that your body is properly aligned, and your neck is supported, no matter which side you choose to sleep on. While the softness of your mattress is a personal preference, it’s wise to invest in good quality pillows that keep cervical position and alignment in focus, so that your head is properly supported while you sleep.

PROPER CHEST SUPPORT

For women, having a good quality bra that is supportive, can be especially helpful to those who are large-breasted. If proper support is not in place, the weight of the chest can pull the head and shoulders forward, leading to neck pain. Additionally, the straps, if not of adequate width, can create ruts in the shoulders that will also lead to pain. Invest in good quality bras to help keep you pain free.

ARM AND WRIST SUPPORT

Any time you are performing an activity that requires the constant motion of your arms and hands, it’s wise to have support in place. Typing is an excellent example; while it’s important to keep your shoulders back, sometimes this can be difficult if you don’t have supports under the elbows or wrists. Simply allowing the elbows to swing freely while performing such tasks can put an undue amount of strain on your neck and shoulders.

NECK PAIN AND THE PHONE

With the invention of speaker phones, it is easier to have long conversations without using your shoulder as a holder for your phone. But there are still some folks who prefer a good old fashioned phone, and continue to use the shoulder to hold the phone between the shoulder and neck while multi-tasking. This is a guaranteed way to end up with a sore neck, so if you’re guilty of this practice, it’s time to upgrade your phone and your bad habits!

LONG DRIVES

Are you a commuter? If so you are probably spending a lot of time with both hands on the steering wheel of your car. And while you were probably taught that having your hands in the 9 – 3 position, this can actually lead to significant neck pain. It’s wiser to position your hands lower down on the steering wheel to prevent strain on your neck and shoulders.

STRESS

And finally, stress, the silent cause of so many aches and pains! When we’re stressed, we tend to tense up and hunch forward as a means of trying to protect ourselves. It’s vitally important, not just to your neck, but to your entire well-being, to address and reduce the cause of your stress, so that your body can function in an optimal way.

SUMMARY

As you can see, there are some common habits that most of us have that can cause neck pain. Making even little changes to these habits can mean the difference between a sore neck and a happy neck! If you have any questions about neck pain or if you’re experiencing neck pain, Dr. Bekic can help put you on the path to relief!

Call our office today at (519) 250-6288 to set up your appointment! Don’t forget to like and share this post with your family and friends.

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This place is amazing. I'm walking straighter and I have less and less pain everytime I go love it. The staff are amazing!!!
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Dr Jonathan Bekic(chiropractor). I recommend for all adjustments in regards to back pain, neck pain, sciatic nerve compression.I have definitely...
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great changes in my posture and pain after doing regular adjustments. The fact of doing a complete assessment is a good way to know how your body’s posture is and treating the root cause. Most places just give symptomatic treatment and relief. Great place and suggested to lot of friends. On worse days I definitely go in and get adjusted and find relief immediately. Thanks for the awesome job.
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Our mission is to educate our community that life and health come from within and that the maintenance of health is far superior to the treatment of disease.

We strive to provide the highest quality care, based on the best possible science in a supportive, family-friendly environment.

We seek to provide chiropractic care to as many families as possible so they can maintain their optimal health potential- naturally- without the need for harmful medications.

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