What Do Chiropractors Do?
Who are Chiropractors? Chiropractors are members of a regulated health profession, regulated by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO) under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991. In order for anyone to practise as a chiropractor or use the title of “chiropractor” in Ontario, an individual must meet the registration requirements of…
What is Chiropractic?
Definitions of Chiropractic A health profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, and the effects of these disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health. There is an emphasis on manual treatments including spinal adjustment and other joint and…
Tension-type Headache: How Chiropractic Can Help
Tension-type headache (TTH) is a disease that poses a great threat on quality of life with a significant socioeconomic impact. It is considered a primary headache, meaning that it is independent - not caused by any other disorder. Signs and symptoms of a TTH include: Dull, aching head pain, sensation…
How does pregnancy affect low back pain? What about epidural?
During pregnancy, serious pain affect about 25%, and severe disability in about 8% of women. During the post partum nearly 7% of all women develop serious problems. The mechanisms that cause disabilities remain unclear. Modifications in muscle activity, abnormal perceptions of the leg with movement, and altered motor coordination were observed but are still poorly understood. In general,…