THE HEALING POWER OF MUSIC
Sometimes, life’s solutions are simpler than we think. Want to feel upbeat? The remedy might just be listening to an upbeat catchy song and let your body, mind and soul be in tune with the flowing rhythm possessing your nerve endings. We all know the impact music can have on our moods: You may find yourself suddenly dancing in the kitchen or singing in the car when one of your favorite songs plays on the radio. Or maybe you feel a sense of peace when you hear a particular melody. Research has shown that music does more than help us feel …
YOU SHOULD BE DRINKING MORE GREEN TEA
The expression, “it pays to drink tea and mind your business” might sound very ‘Gen-Z-ish’ and smart mouthed but when you think about it, there’s actually a whole lot of truth to it. A lot of us have had a longstanding relationship with the so-called nectar of the gods, but have you been consuming your tea the healthy way? And what benefits do you stand to gain from gulping this satisfying substance regularly? No matter what the season, tea can be a tasty beverage since it can be served iced or hot. But its benefits go far beyond refreshment. There is …
THE UNENDING MERITS OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
Physiotherapy as you may know, deals with restoring and maintaining functional movement, reducing pain and promoting health in individuals. As licensed physiotherapists at Calgary Family Clinic, we treat a wide array of conditions and are extensively trained in manual therapy which means we are “hands on” with our patients. This may include massage and joint mobilization and manipulation, as well as muscle stretching which we achieve using a wide variety of techniques. Many physiotherapists consult in private practice and we treat a wide array of conditions. Orthopaedic cases (this includes sports injuries, fractures, spinal pain and headaches to name a few) …