I read an abstract on the National Library of Medicine’s website (which is the world’s largest biomedical library and a leader in research in computational health informatics) called Foot and hand massage as an intervention for postoperative pain. I find it very interesting and validating to read about clinical studies that prove the benefits of Read More …

Winter started early this year bringing us a lot of snow and cold temperatures. Cold temperatures cause blood vessels and arteries to narrow, restricting blood flow and reducing oxygen to our heart. Massage increases blood flow thereby increasing the amount of oxygen that flows to our heart. This will help reduce the risk of high Read More …

When we talk about our health and making healthy choices we are usually thinking about our physical health. What many people don’t realise is that healthy choices are very important for our brain health. We tend to start thinking more about our brain health as we get older and we start having memory issues and Read More …

We were fortunate to be able to enjoy such a beautiful autumn season this year. BC broke so many high temperature and low rain records. As winter approaches we need to find ways to stay active and healthy. We are now into November, otherwise known as ‘Movember’. What exactly is Movember all about? Well, it’s Read More …

62,000 people in Canada have a stroke each year — that’s one every ten minutes. A stroke occurs when the blood flow to a particular area of the brain is blocked or cut off. Brain cells deprived of oxygen begin to deteriorate and die, and in most cases, bodily functions and limbs controlled by that Read More …