January 2011

Chiropractic Tip of the Month: Sitting on the Job

When spending each day working or studying at a computer for a long period of time, especially when seated at an improperly set up workstation, you may be risking serious health complications that can include a stiff neck, sore back or repetitive motion disorders. These conditions are easily preventable by following some tips to arrange an optimal workspace that maintains postural health and comfort.

• Adjust chair height so feet are flat on floor
• Use back and seat rests to comfortably align & support the curves of your back
• Place the mouse near the keyboard, without a wrist rest, which has been shown to increase carpal tunnel syndrome
• Adjust monitor height to eye level
• Move around constantly – vary your posture during seated work to avoid overloading single tissues. Also take 20 second breaks from sitting every 50 minutes or so
• Take the time to set up your workstation to prevent injuries and work comfortably

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Naturopathic Tip of the Month: Flu Fact

*Over the past 11 years, less than 14% of influenza-type illness' were actually caused by the flu virus – this means that getting the flu shot prevents you from getting the flu less than 14% of the time!! Source: CDC - (Center for Disease Control and Prevention)

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Paul's Tip of the Month: FroZen Fitness: Adaptability Training

Put on a big jacket.
Don't forget your mitts or toque.
And step out into the cold.

Be one with the weather.

The winter months are a time for us to strengthen our immune systems. By learning how to embrace the elements, we can become stronger both physically and psychologically.

In accordance with the seasons, we train to adapt and overcome our vulnerabilities to changes in our environment. In the winter months, that means we practice outdoors. The cold can be intense, but the results speak for themselves.

Along with all the standard effects of strength training, training outdoors in the winter promotes:

Ability to adjust and stay comfortable in the cold and wind.

A stronger, more resilient immune system reducing seasonal illness and recovery time.

Better overall circulation emphasized to the extremities during the cold months.

FroZen Fitness incorporates a variety of Zen, QiGong, Tai Chi & Kung Fu exercises from ancient China to build and regulate Qi according to the Chinese principles of health and longevity.

Take greater control and responsibility for your own health.

Classes held at High Park.
Contact QiBelly for more information.
www.qibelly.com

Thank You:

Thank you to the following patients who referred to King West Chiropractic during the month of December. We appreciate your ongoing trust and support.
 

Clinic Hours

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Dr. C. Chan, DC	8:00-1:45	12:00-6:00	7:45-1:15	8:00-1:45	-
Dr. K. Lyons, DC	-	7:45-1:45	12:30-6:00	7:45-1:15	8:00-2:00
Dr. A. Bowness, DC	8:00-2:15	-	8:00-12:00 1:45-3:00	1:45-5:15	8:00-2:15
Dr. S. Smith, ND	-	-	9:00-5:00	7:00-3:00	8:00-4:00
Maggie Seegmiller, RMT	-	9:30-4:00	9:30-4:00	9:30-4:00	9:30-4:00
Jenn Russell, RMT	11:00-6:00	11:00-6:00	11:00-6:00	11:00-6:00	10:00-2:00
Lucy Tumolo, RMT	10:00-6:00	12:00-6:30	11:00-6:00	12:00-6:30	11:00-6:00

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