February 2009
Chiropractic Tip of the Month: Put Your Feet First
The average person takes between 3,000 to 6,000 steps a day. Those engaged in regular exercise might more typically take 20,000 steps a day. The way you walk might be the reason you are experiencing a variety of symptoms.
You can suffer pain that is caused by abnormal functioning of the way your feet move. Lack of proper foot care, and ill-fitting shoes are responsible for many problems. It is important to understand your feet have direct impact on the rest of the your body as they support you with each step. A small abnormality in foot function can have a large impact on joints higher up in the body, causing pain, inflammation and discomfort.
Custom orthotics are medical inserts for your shoes that correct the way you stand, walk or run. When you are running, the pressure on your feet can be three or four times your body weight. Even walking can produce more pressure than the sum of your body weight. Custom orthotics can ensure that you disperse these forces evenly.
One of our chiropractors can examine your feet, posture and gait to see if orthotics would benefit you. Please contact the clinic to schedule an appointment.
Naturopathic Tip of the Month: Foods to Decrease Lingering Winter Head Congestion
As the winter drags on colds and flu can leave lingering head congestion that is difficult to get rid of. However there are foods that, when avoided, aid in relieving nasal congestion and phlegm build up. By reducing head congestion, our immune system is able to better fight infection. Aim to MINIMIZE/AVOID the following foods as we near winters end to enhance the immune system and ready our bodies for spring.
- dairy
- cold foods (ice cream is a BAD culprit!)
- raw foods (opt for steamed veggies instead of raw)
- highly sweet foods
- hydrogenated fats
- peanuts
- foods with concentrated sweeteners (ie frozen juices)
- tofu
- highly processed foods (meats, cheeses, canned foods, foods out of the box, microwaveables)
- pineapple
Holiday Clinic Schedule:
Dr. Salna Smith will be away February 19-March 2, 2009.
Dr. Kristine Lyons will be away Friday February 27. Dr. Anne Bowness will be covering Dr. Lyons' patients.
Thank You
Thank you to the following patients who referred to King West Chiropractic during the month of January. We appreciate your ongoing trust and support.
Warren S.
Judy W.
Sarah L.
Joseph H. |
Lynn G.
Myra J.
Majorette D.
Catherine N. |
Ken G.
Linda M.
Tony M.
Andrea C. |
Nicole D.
Roberta W.
Suyhela P.
Daniel G. |
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 February your name will be entered in a draw for a complimentary 45 minute massage. Congratulations to Warren Smith for winning our January contest!!
Clinic
Hours
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Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
| Dr. C. Chan, DC |
8:00-2:15 |
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8:00-1:15 |
8-11:15 |
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Dr. L. Bui, DC
(for Dr. Chan's patients) |
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11:30-5:30 |
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11:30-5:30 |
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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 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
| Amber Smith, RMT |
10:00-6:00 |
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10:00-6:00 |
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10:00-6:00 |
| Jenn Russell, RMT |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
10:00-6:00 |
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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