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Where is the source of my Knee Pain?

Many times the source of your knee pain is not the painful knee.  The knee is often a reflection of the mobility and stability you have in your ankle and hip.  Weakness, tightness and the inability to effectively control the muscles in your ankle and hip can lead to an overload of the structures surrounding the knee.  In addition, inability to stabilize your pelvis and core can also add more stress.  There are many parts of the body that must work together so that one area doesn’t overload.

At Form & Function we take a comprehensive approach to not only examine the painful site, but to look for other contributing factors that will lead to the overload of the structure in question.  If you would like more info about your injury please contact us.  Mention that you read the health tip on our blog and we will provide you with a free 15 min consult with our Chiropractor, Dr. Paul Oh.

(905) 604-9355  |  reception@formfunctionclinic.com

 

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Spring into the Season with Healthy Feet

The best time to remove dead skin around the feet (AKA calluses) is after a shower or bath.  Use a pumice stone or a foot filer to remove all of your calluses.  Do not use a nail clipper to take down your calluses as the calluses will grow thicker!  Use an exfoliating scrub around the soles and sides of your feet to eliminate all the dry, flaky skin from the winter season.  Make sure to apply an emollient-rich skin cream around the top and bottom surface of your feet to hydrate the skin and to increase circulation.  Do not apply any moisturizer in between the toes as this can increase your risk of bacterial infections in between the toes.

Most importantly, practice good foot hygiene by washing your feet with soap and drying them adequately, especially in between the toes.  If you suspect any nail and/or skin conditions on your feet, an assessment with a Chiropodist is recommended.  For further information, please book an assessment with Jennifer Lam, the Chiropodist at Form and Function Clinic.

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Spring into the Season with Healthy Feet

The best time to remove dead skin around the feet (AKA calluses) is after a shower or bath.  Use a pumice stone or a foot filer to remove all of your calluses.  Do not use a nail clipper to take down your calluses as the calluses will grow thicker!  Use an exfoliating scrub around the soles and sides of your feet to eliminate all the dry, flaky skin from the winter season.  Make sure to apply an emollient-rich skin cream around the top and bottom surface of your feet to hydrate the skin and to increase circulation.  Do not apply any moisturizer in between the toes as this can increase your risk of bacterial infections in between the toes.

Most importantly, practice good foot hygiene by washing your feet with soap and drying them adequately, especially in between the toes.  If you suspect any nail and/or skin conditions on your feet, an assessment with a Chiropodist is recommended.  For further information, please book an assessment with Jennifer Lam, the Chiropodist at Form and Function Clinic.

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Don’t be a prisoner to your chair

Sitting for extended periods of time can be hazardous for your health.  Simply getting out of your chair every 45 minutes and changing sitting postures every 10 minutes can go a long way.  The ideal sitting posture is to sit your hips and glutes back into the chair, with shoulder blades touching the back rest and chin tucked back.  However sitting in this posture for too long is not good as well.  With any posture you load tissues and sitting in one static posture may overload those tissues which may lead to pain or stiffness.  Change posture by changing the angulation of your chair, position of your feet, or simply get up.  This will break the loading cycle to those tissue.  You should listen to your mom when she tells you to sit up but you don’t have to sit still for too long.
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How to Deal with Blisters on Your Feet

Blisters are caused by skin friction. Don’t pop them. Apply moleskin or an adhesive bandage over a blister, and leave it on until it falls off naturally in the bath or shower. Keep your feet dry and always wear socks as a cushion between your feet and shoes.  If a blister breaks on its own, wash the area, apply an antiseptic or antibiotic cream, and cover with a sterile bandage.

Self-treatment of a blister by popping them may leave the area vulnerable to infection.  The presence of an infection will impede the rate at which the blister will heal on its own.  If you are a sufferer of sweaty feet, this will further delay the healing process.  Just remember that bacteria and fungus thrive in moist environments!!

If you have particular concerns about your feet, book a consultation with Jennifer Lam, the Chiropodist at the Form and Function Clinic.

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Kettlebell – What is it? Why is it so effective?

The kettlebell is basically a cannon ball with a handle.  It is an old Russian tool used to build power and strength.
The kettlebell is an effective tool because it promotes whole body movements which can help burn more calories.  The swing is a great kettlebell exercise that exemplifies this.  In a properly performed swing you use your: hips, glutes, and legs to create motion, core to maintain a straight spine & trunk, and your arms to help support the kettlebell during the swing.
The kettlebell can be used for rehabilitation, conditioning, strength and power development.  I personally use it in my own practice and with my patients.  As with any exercise, safety and form are paramount.  Make sure you are supervised by a trained professional.  For more info about how to get started with a kettlebell contact me (poh@formfunctionclinic.com) or drop by the clinic.
Dr. Paul Oh
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Kettlebell – What is it? Why is it so effective?

The kettlebell is basically a cannon ball with a handle.  It is an old Russian tool used to build power and strength.
The kettlebell is an effective tool because it promotes whole body movements which can help burn more calories.  The swing is a great kettlebell exercise that exemplifies this.  In a properly performed swing you use your: hips, glutes, and legs to create motion, core to maintain a straight spine & trunk, and your arms to help support the kettlebell during the swing.
The kettlebell can be used for rehabilitation, conditioning, strength and power development.  I personally use it in my own practice and with my patients.  As with any exercise, safety and form are paramount.  Make sure you are supervised by a trained professional.  For more info about how to get started with a kettlebell contact me (poh@formfunctionclinic.com) or drop by the clinic.
Dr. Paul Oh
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Omega-3 , a natural anti-inflammatory!

Omega-3 fatty acids are considered Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) because
they cannot be produced in the human body and therefore they must
be obtained from the diet. Omega-3 fatty acids from fish are a direct
source of EPA and DHA, two fatty acids vital for proper cellular
function. EPA and GLA are precursors to immune molecules that
promote a positive immune response and are the body’s strongest
inflammation-reducing compound. Ascenta Omega three fish oils contain up to 800mg of EPA per dose, one of the industries highest per dosage Omega-3 supplement. This is a great way for all patients suffering from the inflammatory nightmare. But remember to consult your naturopath or nutritionist before increasing your dose of Omega 3.