I am extremely grateful that I don’t get migraine headaches. Both my mother and my sister have experienced the debilitating pain of a migraine. There are many things that can cause a migraine headache, eye strain being number one! Eye fatigue can be caused from over exposure to computer screens, television and mobile phones. Reducing Read More …

Every year, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) dedicates the month of April to raising awareness of the unique experiences of people with Parkinson’s, and the needs of our community. Parkinson’s Awareness Month is an opportunity to engage the public in expanding their understanding of Parkinson’s, and the profound effects it has on the lives of Read More …

I have a wonderful lady in my life who has greatly inspired me and helped me to realise the importance of making the choice to be happy and to let go of the things that I have no control over. She probably doesn’t even realise this impact that she has made on me. It’s so Read More …

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 …