The intervertebral disc, which supports a shape similar to that of a hockey puck, is found sandwiched between all of the vertebrate of your spinal column. The purpose of a disc is to act as a spacer and shock absorber for your spine. Structurally, a disc resembles...

“The hip bone is connected to the leg bone, the leg bone is connected to the foot bone, the foot bone is connected to the …” you get the picture, everything is connected. For this reason, a problem with your foot can cause a problem with your back, and a problem with...

Water water everywhere, but do you need a drink? It’s hard to justify why 75% of North Americans are chronically dehydrated when water is the earth’s most abundant resource. Water literally is everywhere you look – it’s in lakes and streams, it’s in plants and trees,...

Have you ever felt like one of your arms or legs had gone to sleep, or had that heavy pins & needles sensation? The most common reason for these sensations is a decrease in local blood supply. These symptoms can result from something as simple as sleeping on your arm...

From the sandy beaches of Tree Island to the shallow waters of the Puntledge River, the Comox Valley serves as the perfect playground for a variety of water sports. Kayaking is one such sport that provides an excellent way to exercise while exploring the hidden...

Osteoporosis is a bone disease where bones become weakened and are at increased risk of fracture. This condition develops without symptoms and can result in the fracture of bones, most commonly of the hip, spine, wrist and shoulder. Osteopenia is a condition where the...

He shoots, he scores! Yes my friends, fall has arrived and hockey season is here. The sports networks are fired up with anticipation of following the Canucks on their road to the Stanley Cup; however, TSN has seemingly forgotten about you. Commercial leagues, drop-in...

Are you having trouble with your joints? How well you can move your body in different directions is reflective of the range of motion of your joints. Injury, trauma and wear and tear all contribute to stiffness and limitation of your range of motion. It is often hard...

Have you ever been stretching in bed, and all of a sudden, a muscle just “grabs”? It really hurts, and it seems nothing gives you immediate relief, since touching the area hurts, too. Or, have you been doing some rigorous activity, and then, boom? Your muscle is...

FORE! Heads up, it’s that time of year again. All you Mike Weir and Sammy Snead hopefuls are shining up your clubs in anticipation of the coming season. However, like your clubs, you have developed a little rust over the winter months. Before you charge out there in...