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Early Intervention

Diversified Health Clinic

Diversified Health Clinic

Early intervention is critical to a speedy recovery. Research has proven that people who seek therapy early after an injury have shorter recovery periods.

When you choose Diversified Health Clinic you will find experienced physiotherapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists and massage therapists  who work together to ensure our patients have access to the finest diagnostic tools, treatments and therapies available from each discipline, and work together to ensure optimal care for our patients.

Our Healthcare Practitioners Offer:

  • Results: Proven, one-to-one, evidence-based therapy
  • Coverage Options:  Chiropractic, Physiotherapy and Massage are covered by most insurance, with little to no out-of-pocket fees
  • Efficient Recovery:  We get you back to enjoying a pain free life as quickly as possible
  • Short & Long Term Relief:  We focus on the root cause of your pain, not just symptoms
  • Flexible Scheduling:  Convenient scheduling around work and home obligations
  • Prevention Strategies:  We show you how to keep pain from coming back – on your own
  • Experienced Practitioners:  Licensed practitioners who genuinely care about your health

At the Diversified Health Clinic, we take a team approach towards maintaining your health. Each of our specialists brings their particular set of skills to the partnership giving us the collective ability to treat a wide variety of diseases and conditions from a multitude of perspectives.

Early intervention is especially important if you have suffered an injury at work or have been in a car accident.  Read an interview with Dr. Gustavson where he discusses personal injuries experienced in automobile accidents.

 Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, an active individual or a professional athlete, the benefits of our custom, effective treatments will get you back to being pain free, improve your athletic performance and get you to the next level.

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Recreational Activities For 2014

Recreational Activities For 2014Recreational activities such as golf, tennis, fly fishing and bowling have been around for years; so if you’re ready to try something new, check out these trendy recreational activities.

Geochasing & Orienterring

Geochasing is a high-tech treasure hunt: which is a great outdoor recreational activity for all ages. The object of  geochasing is to locate the hidden caches.  A cache always contains a logsheet for you to log your find, and usually a “gift” item. These items turn the adventure into a true treasure hunt! You never know what the previous visitors left in the cache for you to enjoy. The rule is if you take something, leave something of equal or greater value ,and always place your cache item in a clear, zipped plastic bag to protect it from the elements.

The tool for Geochasing is a GPs or global positioning system.

Orienteering is the sport of navigation with map and compass. The object is to run or walk to a series of points shown on the map, choosing routes that will help you find all the points and get back to the finish in the shortest amount of time. The points on the course are marked with flags and punches, so you can prove you’ve been to each marker.   This activity usually takes place on terrain that is heavily wooded, and difficult enough to suit different levels of competition.

The tools of Orienteering are topographical maps, and a compass.

Lawn Bowling

Lawn Bowling is a low impact game that is good for any age and one of the best parts about Lawn bowling is that anyone can play no matter your skill level. It offers mild exercise, a combination of walking in fresh air, with rhythmic arm and body movements.

Lawn bowls is a recreational sport that is played for the challenge and competition, physical activity, the pleasure of spending time outdoors. Lawn Bowling clubs are one of the best places to meet people, enjoy competition, participate in social events and have fun.

The equipment needed to participate is a set of lawn bowls.

Birding

Bird watching is an activity that brings nature to life,  and it is something everyone can do. Birding will get you outdoors and connecting with the environment.

Searching for wild birds in their natural habitat, birding takes you through all types of terrain, from city parks, rural area, woodland, seashores, and mountains. Birding gets you walking, hiking, biking, kayaking, and even mountain climbing.

Getting started in birding is as simple as stepping outside. It requires some basic equipment: a pair of binoculars, two or three different field guides, and a small notebook.

Pickleball

Pickleball is North America’s fastest growing sport. It is a fun combination of badminton, table tennis, paddle tennis, and tennis. The game of pickleball is played much like a ping pong game, with a badminton net placed slightly above ground level and is a hybrid between tennis and badminton.

The game involves the strategies of passing the ball, and quick-volley exchanges at the net, which help develop reflex and coordination skills, as well as quickness and agility. Playing pickleball helps to improve muscular strength and endurance, and increases cardiovascular activity.

Why Stay Active

The British medical journal The Lancet published a new series of studies on the health consequences of physical inactivity. The figures are staggering. “They show physical inactivity is responsible for as much as 10% of the “burden of disease” (years of life lost to mortality or disability) from illnesses as diverse as colon cancer, Type 2 diabetes, and coronary heart”.

The rewards of being physically active are endless,  so  whatever your recreational activity of choice is …. just do it!

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Shadi Fleifel, MPT – Deep Neck Flexor Activation

Chronic neck pain can be caused by having impaired activation of the deep neck flexor muscles.  Strengthening theses neck muscles can help to prevent neck pain.

 

 

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Shadi Fleifel, MPT | Levator Scapulae Stretch

Scalene muscles can become tight from poor posture, excessive sitting and computer work. Learn how to safely stretch this muscle group, which will help to increase your range of motion and reduce the feeling of tightness and pain.

 

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The Truth About Relaxing

The Truth About RelaxingWhen you are under stress, your body reacts as if it is under attack. This is called the fight-or-flight response.  Relaxing your body depends on you eliminating the tension in your muscles.  Stress affects all aspects of your life, including your emotions, sleep routines, relationships and if left unchecked  can lead to serious health issues.

Below are some relaxation tips that are easy to incorporate into your daily routine and especially for those times that you start to feel anxious, and tense.

  • Breathing exercises are one way to relax.   Take a deep breathe in, hold for a few seconds, and then exhale slowly.  Repeat  7 – 10 times.
  • Take a time out and listen to your favourite music for a few minutes
  • Try aromatherapy: place a drop of lavender, or other essential oil onto your wrists or hands. The scent can trigger smell receptors in the nose that connect to the part of the brain that regulates emotions.
  •  Distract yourself from the issue at hand.  Pick up a crossword puzzle or a game of Sudoku. Brain games that require concentration can help take your mind off the stressful situation.

Try to incorporate these tips for relaxing when you have more time available.

  • Take a hot shower
  • Go for a walk with your pet
  • Spend a few minutes meditating or try imagining yourself  in your “Happy Place”.  That could be a childhood memory, a  favorite vacation spot or an imaginary place.  The idea is to get you to stop thinking about what caused  your stress.
  • Keep a journal
  • Yoga!!!   When you become stressed, your body releases hormones that speed up your heart rate and make your muscles tense.

Relaxation

  • gives the heart a rest by slowing the heart rate
  • reduces blood pressure & increases blood flow
  • decreases muscle tension

As you become more relaxed, you will:

  •  sleep better and have more energy
  • have less headaches
  • increase your concentration
  • increase your ability to handle frustration and stressful situations

A variety of different relaxation techniques can help you bring your nervous system back into balance.  There is no single relaxation technique that is best for everyone.   The right relaxation plan is the one that fits your lifestyle,  is easy to incorporate into your daily routine and helps you to relax!

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Shadi Fleifel, MPT – Scalene Stretch

Scalene muscles can become tight from excessive sitting and computer work; by stretching this muscle group you will increase your range of motion and reduce the feeling of tightness and pain.

 

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