August 2009
Chiropractic Tip of the Month: Flexibility – Why Stretch?
Stretching is recommended for everyone, regardless of age or flexibility.
By stretching you will:
- Reduce muscle tension
- Improve coordination and body awareness
- Increase flexibility and range of motion
- Reduce the risk of strain from unexpected over-stretch
- Improve circulation
- Prepare for other physical activities
Important Points to Remember:
- Attempt to integrate stretching into your daily routine.
- Always warm up first.
- Do not hold your breath while stretching. Each stretch can be held for 4-8 deep breaths.
- Do not strain. The stretch should always be comfortable.
- Return to neutral slowly.
- Never change position quickly after a stretch is completed, or muscle spasm may occur.
- An average stretch routine should require approximately 15 minutes.
Naturopathic Tip of the Month: Time for a Supplement Break?
Many of us take a variety of supplements. Some which are essential to health concerns and others that augment a healthy diet and exercise regime. It is of benefit, at least once per year, to give the body a break and cease certain supplements (ie multivitamin, vit c) for approximately 1 week to 1 month.
When’s the best time? When stressors in your life are lessened (ie summer vacation). Supplements still need to be detoxified by the liver and removed by the gastrointestinal tract. Ceasing intake for a limited time lifts this burden off the liver and GI tract allowing them to focus on other aspects of health (ie. keeping the immune system high for the fall).
Keep in mind though that it’s extremely important to discuss this supplement break with your Naturopathic Doctor first in order to determine, which, if any of your supplements warrants a break.
Vacation Schedule:
Dr. Kristine Lyons will be away August 7. 2009. Dr. Bowness will be covering Dr. Lyons patients.
Jenn Russell, RMT, will be away August 7-Aug. 24 inclusive.*
Maggie Seegmiller, RMT, will be away August 24-28 inclusive.*
Amber Smith, RMT, will be away Aug. 17 -September 11 inclusive.*
* Amy Northwood, Victor Aliviso, Lucy Tumulo, and Julie O'Connor will be filling in various days for our vacationing RMTs.
Thank You
Thank you to the following patients who referred to King West Chiropractic during the month of July. We appreciate your ongoing trust and support.
Nancy F.
Carmina G.
Tony R.
Thomas N.
Justin W.
Lucy M. |
Shi T.
Alison M.
Stephanie Y.
Karen B.
Josie M.
Greg K. |
Michelle B.
Joe W.
Rebecca F.
Amy W.
Jean B.
Maureen J.
Christine W. |
Mary H.
Michael T.
Joanne V.
Duncan G.
Gary V.
Michael L.
Ameer S. |
Referral Contest of the Month:
Refer & Win:
Your referrals are the best compliment! Each time you refer a patient to the KWC during the month of August your name will be entered in a draw for a complimentary 45 minute massage. Congratulations to Jean Bryers for winning our July contest!!
Clinic
Hours
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Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
| Dr. C. Chan, DC |
8:00-2:15 |
12:00-6:15 |
7:45-1:15 |
8:00-4:15 |
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| Dr. K. Lyons, DC |
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7:45-1:45 |
12:30-6:00 |
7:45-1:15 |
8:00-4:15 |
| Dr. A. Bowness, DC |
8:00-1:45 |
- |
8:00-12:00
1:45-3:00 |
2:00-5:00 |
8:00-1:45 |
| Dr. S. Smith, ND |
11:00-3:00 |
11:00-7:00 |
7:00-3:00 |
11:00-7:00 |
8:00-4:00 |
Maggie Seegmiller,
RMT |
10:00-6:00 |
8:00-4:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
8:00-4:00 |
| Amber Smith, RMT |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
| Jenn Russell, RMT |
11:00-6:00 |
11:00-6:00 |
11:00-6:00 |
11:00-6:00 |
11:00-6:00 |
Contact Us
To learn more about our health-care services, staff
and location please visit
www.kingwestchiropractic.com
King West
Chiropractic Health Centre
145 King St. West, Concourse Level
Toronto, Ontario
M5H 1J8
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Phone: 416.815.9595
Fax: 416.815.9009
info@kingwestchiropractic.com
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