Arthritis exists in various forms and has a devastating impact on the affected individual’s quality of life. This health condition is widely common among Canadians. In fact, it’s estimated that 1 in 6 Canadian men and 1 in 4 Canadian women have arthritis. Osteoarthritis is among the several types of arthritis that impact Canadians, which has to do with cartilage degeneration. It mostly affects the knee joint, although osteoarthritis of the hip, shoulder, and foot are also common. Traditional Treatments for Arthritis Arthritis treatments, especially osteoarthritis treatments, don’t quite [...]

Have you been experiencing stabbing pain in your shoulder each morning lately? If this has been happening even though you haven’t sustained an injury to your shoulder joint recently, then the problem most likely stems from your sleeping posture. How Does Your Sleeping Posture Lead to Shoulder Pain? We’ve all heard about the importance of maintaining a healthy posture as we go about our daily activities, be it while we’re sitting, standing, or walking, the position we carry our body in impacts our musculoskeletal system. This applies to [...]

It’s that time of the year again! Winter is here, and that means the special winter sports we love and enjoy so much are in full swing! While the list of winter sports played in Canada is endless, here are the top three sports that have a special place in our hearts. Hockey You can’t not talk about hockey when discussing Canada’s most popular winter sports! Considered to be the country where the game was born, hockey (otherwise known as ice hockey) is the biggest sport played in Canada, [...]

Arthritis is one of the most common chronic health conditions in Canada, affecting a huge chunk of the population. While it has over a hundred different types, it mostly manifests as rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis. How can you lessen the pain caused by this disease through a healthy diet? By incorporating these 3 foods. Fatty Fish It’s hard to resist a pan-seared salmon with broiled asparagus or say no to a tuna sandwich. These two are amongst the most widely consumed variants of fish, combining flavour and ease of [...]

Chronic joint pain isn’t common among senior citizens and older adults. It manifests in different ways, often presenting as a symptom of arthritis. As you age, your muscle groups lose their flexibility and strength. This can lead to recurrent or persistent pain and stiffness in your joints. The good news is, joint pain can be prevented through a number of stretching exercises. Here’s a look at a few of these exercises that you can try at home. Calf Stretches Calf stretches are helpful for reducing the muscle tightness in [...]