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Here are some easy stretches for older adults who have some mobility issues.  Check this out!

Here are some tips for when your low back injury is healed, but we want to slowly get back into the gym.

#1 – go slowly

#2 – single leg work to balance out any poor muscle patterns

#3 – neutral core work followed by more advanced core work

Watch the video to learn more or email me at admin@campbellcc.com

ICE or HEAT for back pain? That’s a question patients ask me ALL the time.

Here’s my Doctor recommendation for relieving upper or lower back pain…

Tag a friend who needs to hear this, and if you have any questions, leave a comment below or reach out to us at campbellcc.com.

If you have carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms, here are 3 really great exercises you can do for pain relief.

Welcome to our Reiki therapist, Jen!

You can book online with her at www.campbellcc.com/reiki/

Reiki is a healing technique that requires an attuned Reiki Practitioner to channel energy into the body by means of touch, to activate the natural healing processes of the individual’s body to restore physical and emotional well-being.

Jennifer’s approach to Reiki includes a balance of science-based and alternative healing considerations. She believes that we all have our own history of traumas and need to set an intention to let these traumas heal. Jennifer believes that each person holds the ability to heal themselves given the right environment and support. She takes special care in ensuring each session feels like an escape from the busy nature of life so that the body can move past the energy blockages that occur as a result of our stressful day to day lives.

What can I expect in a session?

Each session begins with setting an intention to heal. Your Reiki practitioner will discuss your goals for the session with you and will keep them in mind throughout the treatment. You will lay, fully clothed, in a comfortable position as the Reiki Practitioner places their hands on your body. You may feel a slight heat or tingling sensation with each hand placement as the new energy flows to where it is needed in the body. At the end of each session, your Reiki Practitioner will consult with you about locations in the body that required more focus throughout the treatment and how this could inform your self-care practices outside of session.

Before your first treatment, Jennifer will review your unique needs for treatment to ensure that Reiki is accessible to you. Jennifer is a hands-on Reiki Practitioner but will use a hands-off technique if requested. Your comfort is Jennifer’s first priority.

What can Reiki help me with?

Many people choose to access Reiki because they are feeling “stuck.” This may mean that they are feeling lethargic in their personal lives, needing a change in their career, feeling a desire for more intimate connections with their loved ones, or they are simply wanting to feel like the best version of themselves. People who have accessed a Reiki session from Jennifer have reported specific reductions in various symptoms and a feeling of intense relaxation.

Here’s a great tip if you want posture correction for bad posture.

With correct posture, you can look good and feel good… it can be that simple!

Hello Campbell Care Centre Community!

If you know what a “herniated disc” is…

Then you might be interested in learning how to stretch it out for relief.

Here are the top 3 exercise positions Dr. Michelle recommends for a disc injury…

( Remember if something doesn’t feel quite right with these or any exercises, see your health professional to get it checked out )

Back to work we go!

Here are some tips for the best way to sit in your chair.

* Sit upright and all the way to the back. Place a support cushion or roll against the arch of your low back for lumbar spine support. Here are some tips to help you adjust your chair:

* Stand in front of the chair and adjust the height so that the highest point of the seat is just below your knee.

* Sit on the chair and make sure that your knees are bent at approximately a 90-degree angle when your feet are flat on the floor.

* Adjust the backrest forwards and backwards as well as up and down until it fits the hollow in your lower back.

* Sit upright with your arms hanging by your sides. Bend your elbows at about a right angle and adjust the armrest height until they barely touch the undersides of the elbows. Remove the armrest from the chair if the right level cannot be achieved.

Lastly, don’t forget to take a quick stretch break or change position every 30 minutes. Your back, neck and shoulders will thank you for it!

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Did you know…. a muscle cramp happens when a muscle gets tight (contracts) without you trying to tighten it. This often occurs when a muscle is overused or injured. You’re more likely to get a cramp if you exercise when you haven’t had enough fluid or when you have low levels of minerals such as potassium or calcium.

In turn, if your muscle cells are dehydrated and lack fluid, you won’t feel as good as you could after your massage, defeating the purpose.

When should you drink water?

The number one clue that tells you you need to drink is thirst. This is our body’s way of telling us our fluid levels are too low. If you feel thirsty, chances are you are already dehydrated. Drinking water both before and after your massage is ideal.

Not only does drinking water support your muscles, but it also helps to support your kidneys as they filter your blood to get rid of unwanted waste which is needed for your overall health.

Why water?

There are many things you can drink to stay hydrated, but water is your best choice.

Sports drinks, for example, are popular for athletes because they replenish some of the sugar the muscles burned, and some of the electrolytes (minerals) that were released in sweat. Sports drinks can be a good idea for endurance athletes and those who are physically active for long periods of time. But for most people, sports drinks can have way too much unneeded sugar.