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Have you ever Googled: find a doctor Victoria BC

When you search on-line for “find a doctor Victoria BC, you get about 1,120,000 results!

Finding the right doctor and clinic can be a full time job, especially if you are new to the area. But this can be your chance to find the perfect doctor/patient fit.

Start by asking yourself what your needs are.  Do you need a clinic close to home or work? Are the hours of operation important?  Do you want more than one type of practitioner available?

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Diversified Health Clinic

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Diversified Health!   We are a team of health practitioners with diverse experience using our passion for health and years of clinical expertise to clearly diagnose your problem, maximize results and accelerate healing.

We offer Chiropractic, Registered Massage Therapy,  Shockwave Therapy,  Nutraceutical Counseling,  Acoustic Wave – Cellulite Therapy 6 days a week and coming soon Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Naturopathy, and a Rehabilitation Program

The clinic is located in the iconic Mosaic building located at 1063 Fort Street in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. Diversified Health is leading the way in aesthetically functional design, combined with cutting edge technology for a non-clinical, compassionate experience for our practitioners, patients, visitors and staff.

Please contact us at 250-382-0018, our practitioners would love to answer any questions or concerns you might have regarding your health or condition.  So remember not to Google ” find a doctor Victoria BC ” for your health question, instead Google Diversified Health Clinic.

From all of us at Diversified Health Clinic, Welcome!

 

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Diversified Health Clinic: Bursitis Treatment Victoria

Bursitis Treatment Victoria – Bursitis is an inflammation of one of the body’s bursae (the fluid-filled sacs that cushion the joints). This painful condition can be caused by a mild injury, repeated use (such as prolonged kneeling on a hard surface), arthritis, or infection. Commonly affected joints are the shoulder, elbow, knee, and hip.

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Bursitis is typically identified by localized pain or swelling. Bursitis occurs when the small sac (bursa) found inside joints becomes inflamed. The fluid-filled sac helps to lubricate and cushion the joint. When it is inflamed, movement can be painful. Usually bursitis occurs in larger joints such as shoulders and hips.

Without seeing your health care provider, you usually can’t tell the difference between bursitis and pain caused by a strain or arthritis.  Often just resting and elevating the joint can help.  Applying ice may help relieve pain and swelling. Once the joint is no longer painful, you can work to strengthen the muscles around the joint and prevent further flare-ups.  Symptoms of bursitis may include swelling, redness, a warm joint area, aching or stiffness in the joint that gets worse with movement.

Chiropractic treatments can help  most people with musculoskeletal disorders such as bursitis. Chiropractic treatments can include,  adjustments or manipulations, modalities such as cold lasers, decompression table, and  joint supplements  such as Glucosamine.

Contact Diversified Health and speak with one of our chiropractors for more information on bursitis treatment Victoria and what options would be right for you.

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De-stressing through Walking – Part 3

This is the final entry to our three part series on de-stressing through walking.

Remember as you are walking to keep your head up. Look about 10 feet ahead of you.  Imagine that you’re wearing a baseball cap and have to look up just enough to see the road.  This keeps your neck aligned properly.

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Smile and have fun.  Learning new techniques takes time and concentration.  Be patient and enjoy your walk. Dress comfortably, find a partner or listen to the music you love.  If you’re walking outdoors, vary your routine.

Remember the importance of the “warm down”.  The warm down is aimed at gradually returning the body to its resting state.  This will help to prevent muscle stiffness and the onset of muscle soreness that can follow a training session.

The last thing is to practice “metal fitness”.  Don’t replay the problem of the day while you walk.  Try to maintain a state of relaxed awareness by paying attention to your breathing and noticing how your body feels.  Visualize yourself getting healthier and stronger.

Consistency is probably the most important part of your walking workout.  The more committed you are to walking all or most days of the week the healthier you’ll be.  So get out there and get healthy!

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Just 15 minutes a day…..

New studies show that even 15 minutes of exercise a day can have a great effect on your health.

Watch this video from CBC

15 minutes a day

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De-stressing through Walking – Part 2

You’ve warmed up, you’re taking short quick steps while practicing the Hell-Toe roll on your walking work out……so what’s next?

Squeeze your Glutes!
Imagine squeezing and lifting your glutes up and back as if you were holding a $50.00 bill between them! This will strengthen your low back muscles.

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“Zip up” your abs.
During your walk imagine you’re zipping up a tight pair of jeans. Stand tall and pull your abdominal muscles up and in. You can practice this even when you are not walking.

Pump your arms.
Imagine you are holding the rubber grips of ski poles in your hands. Stand straight, drop your shoulder blades behind you and push back your elbows with each step. Keep your arm movements smooth and strong.

Keep you chest up and shoulders back.
Use your walk as an opportunity to practice good posture. Image someone damped ice down your back, That’s how your body should be aligned, hold your chest up and your shoulders back.

So what happens next….Stay tuned for part three, the last info in this series.

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De-stressing through Walking – Part 1

During the busy summer season, keeping up with f fitness program can be a challenge. One of the best ways to deal with the stress is through physical activity, and one of the easiest ways to accomplish this during all the hustle and bustle is by simply walking.

Besides the well documented health benefits, the beauty of walking is you can go at your own pace, and can do it anywhere.

Once you are ready to hit the road ( or the trail, treadmill or track) how do you make the most of your walking workout? Here are some practical tips for getting maximum aerobic, strength, postural and conditioning benefits from your walking program.

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1. Warm up first, then stretch.
Start by walking for just seven to ten minutes and then do a few gentle stretches. Your muscles will stretch better if you’ve warmed them up first. Remember, the first minute is as important as the ninetieth minute.

2.Take short, quick steps.
By taking short quick steps, rather than long strides you will work your “glute” muscles in your buttocks as you log those miles.

3. Practice the Heel–Toe roll.
Push off from your heel , roll through the outside of the foot, and then push through the big toe. Keep the other toes relaxed. (This takes practice)

Stay tuned for part 2 of De-stressing through Walking.

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A Simple Solution to a Common Problem

If you take a moment to look into your child’s backpack, you may find a couple of textbooks, a notebook, gym clothes, lunch etc. It all adds up to back strain.  Kid’s today carry heavy school loads and these equal heavy back loads.

Although the packs may be too heavy, your child may be reluctant to fore go the convenience  offered by them.  Children often travel a distance to school, then between classes with little time to unload and reload again at their lockers.

 

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Dr. Russell Windsor, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon says,”We are seeing students in fourth and fifth grade who are complaining about backaches, fatigue and physical stress.  They just don’t have the body strength to remain erect under these very substantial loads, and it puts their skeletons under substantial duress.”  ” Children are carrying far too much weight in their backpacks and improperly; slung over one shoulder.  “We are concerned that the damage the is inflicted now will be showing up 30 years later in even more serious back injuries.”

Guidelines created by The Canadian Chiropractic Association states that students should carry no more than 10% of their body weight in a back pack.  Although backpacks slung over one shoulder may be fashionable, this posture puts further stress on the back and spinal cord.

Children should support the pack with both padded shoulder straps to balance the weight and prevent shoulder, neck and back problems.  Better yet, give your children a backpack with wheels… they look cool, hold a ton of stuff, reduce and often eliminate neck and back pain and strain!

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Conditions that can be treated with Acupuncture.

The World Heath Organization has published a list of conditions which may be treated by acupuncture.

Here is just a small list of those conditions.

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Internal Disorders:

Asthma,  Colitis,  Allergies,  Indigestion, High blood pressure,  Diabetes,  Acne, Obesity.

Infectious Diseases:

Cold,  Flu,  Herpes

Musculoskeletal & Neurological:

Chronic pain,  Fibromyalgia,  Headache, Shingles, Stroke,  Tendonitis,  Arthritis,  Repetitive strain injury

Mental & Emotional Disorders:

Insomnia,  Anxiety,  Addiction, Depression,  Stress

Gynecological & Urinary Difficulties:

Urinary tract infections, Endometriosis,  PMS, Menstrual Disorders, Menopause

 

 

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When to take your Child to the ER

There is of course the obvious symptoms that will always need immediate attention, such as uncontrolled bleeding, loss of conscience, broken bones or poisoning.

The not so obvious symptoms that we struggle with, is when is it time to get our children “looked at” !

Please take your child to the GP, walk in clinic, or emergency room when…..

1. Fever: If a fever occurs and the child is under 3 months. If your child’s isn’t eating or drinking, or just not themselves. If the fever will not go down after medication. Symptoms with fever: stiff neck, vomiting, difficulty breathing, muscle or abdominal pain.

2. Rash: If the rash isn’t blanchable, which means when you press on the rash and it doesn’t go white. This can be a sign of an infection.

health information victoria bc3. Bite: Any type of an animal or a human bite that breaks the skin.

4. Cut: Any cut that is on the face, or if the edges are spread apart on the cut.

5. Allergic reaction: If your child has eaten something or has been stung by an insect and suddenly show signs of hives, swelling or difficulty breathing.

6.Vomiting: If the vomiting is prolonged and occurs without diarrhea or if there is blood in the vomit. If there is any sign of dehydration which can include no urine out put or for very young children no tears when crying.

Remember if you are concerned… have your child looked at!    Trust your instincts!

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Joint Health

Joint health is a concern for more than 1 in 5 adults.

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At Diversified Health our practitioners know the benefits of a healthy lifestyle combined with the correct nutritional supplements.

ChondroCare is a comprehensive formula designed to provide broad support for healthy joint function by featuring premium quality glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, and methylsulfonyl methane (MSM) in addition to other nutrients that support healthy connective tissue.

Some of the benefits are:

Provides MSM, a natural compound that has been used to support joint health.

Protects against free radical damage to joint tissue by supplying antioxidant support

Features glucosamine and chondtroitin sulfates, which are buildings blocks for healthy cartilage

Please ask your practitioner if ChondroCare is right for you.

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