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Remedy Wellness Centre lifestyle blog for health and wellness information from Victoria BC’s Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Massage, Physiotherapy and Nutritional professionals. Learn about everything from pain science to gut health, genetic testing and auricular acupuncture.
Acupuncture for Everything
It is a common occurrence, as an Acupuncturist, to have people ask what acupuncture can and cannot treat. The simple answer is, if you have symptoms, acupuncture can almost always help! This article...
Remembering the Pain of Childhood
I attended this webinar recently and it was very eye opening, both as a healthcare professional and a patient. I've been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2007 and my practice has developed along...
Recovering from MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident)
If you've been in an MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident), you may be experiencing some back pain, neck pain and headaches, among other common injuries. Early intervention with treatment has been shown to...
Treatment for Sciatica
Chiropractic, massage therapy or physiotherapy can all be very effective for relieving sciatica. Sciatica is impingement of the sciatic nerve, which can cause lower back pain, buttock or hip pain...
Treatment for Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is the most common reason people seek treatment at Remedy Wellness Centre. Lower back pain is the leading cause of disability and time off from work. Clinical studies have shown that...
About Neurokinetic Therapy
The Theory Behind Neurokinetic Therapy Everything is connected....but how? Neurokinetic Therapy was co-developed by David Weinstock in the mid-1980s. It is an assessment and treatment protocol or...
About Homeopathy and Its History
What Is Homeopathy? Homeopathic medicine treats the whole person, looking at the physical, mental and emotional aspects of health and wellness. It is highly effective for common ailments, acute and...
Holistic Treatment for Digestive Health
Digestive concerns are one of the most common health challenges seen at Remedy. Treatment for a wide range of digestive health issues involves an in depth evaluation of dietary habits, medical...
Acupuncture for Allergies
Acupuncture has always been one of the most effective alternatives to managing allergies and hay fever without medication. Acupuncture for allergies is safe, effective and affordable. Treatment of...
Acupuncture for Acne and Skin Care
Acne and other skin issues can impact both your physical appearance and your confidence. While topical treatments can help address the surface, improving skin health often requires a holistic...
Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory
TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) is an umbrella term that includes a variety of ancient medical practices originating in China; acupuncture needling, cupping therapy, gua sha, chinese herbal...
TMJD: Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction aka Jaw Pain
TMJD or Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction can be effectively treated with physiotherapy, massage therapy or chiropractic. TMJD may be experienced as tension in the jaw, pain in the jaw, clicking...
Shockwave Therapy for Trigger Points
What is a Trigger Point? A Trigger Point is a hyper-irritable spot associated within a taut band of a skeletal muscle that is painful on compression or muscle contraction , and usually responds with...
Shockwave Therapy for Achilles Tendonitis
What is the Achilles tendon? The Achilles tendon attaches the gastrocnemius and soleus, commonly known as the calf muscles, to the calcaneus or heel. It functions in a similar way to most other...
Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Your foot has thick, fibrous band of tissue (''fascia'') reaching from your heel to your toes. These tissues support the muscles and arch of the foot. The plantar fascia...
Stress and Anxiety Management
Chronic levels of stress and tension are often seen where symptoms of migraines, tension headaches, digestive upset, skin break outs, hypertension, insomnia and muscle pain present. Feeling stressed...
Massage Therapy for Arthritis
Arthritis is a painful condition that many people suffer with. Massage therapy can be an effective, side-effect free complement to your existing arthritis management plan. Have you heard about our...
Massage Therapy for Pregnancy Symptoms
Pregnancy Massage Pregnancy causes significant physiological, structural and emotional changes in mothers-to-be. As exciting as this time of joyful expectation is, fluctuating hormone levels and the...
Massage Therapy for Migraines
Migraines aren’t a good time, as someone who suffers from episodic migraines and went through a few years of chronic and totally debilitating migraines I am all too familiar with the impact they can...
What To Expect When You Get An RMT Massage
What To Expect When You Get An RMT Massage Your RMT will review your health history form and treatment goals in a short interview at the beginning of your appointment. Some massage treatment goals...