Did you know #osteopathy can help with cervicogenic headaches? While some headaches are caused by eyestrain, stress, tiredness, or trauma, cervicogenic headaches are caused by problems with the nerves, bones, or muscles in your neck. While you may feel the pain in your head, the origin may be another location in your body. To find out more [...]
We are often asked if it's okay to get acupuncture even "if nothing is wrong" - and the quick answer is YES! The longer answer, for those who are interested, is that acupuncture excels in preventative care. It helps keep your body healthy and well balanced. When illness or ailments pop up, your body will [...]
Did you know that at Life Therapies, our multidisciplinary clinic practitioners use a combination of natural and traditional therapeutic services that treat the body as a whole. We believe that your body's system are interconnected and as such, complimentary treatments are the way we help you manage pain and balance your life. Schedule an appointment and [...]
Self-care is essential. If you can't remember the last time you listened to the cues from your body, you're probably long overdue for a much-needed break. Honour your mind, body and soul. Book a session with a Life Therapies practitioner today and put YOU first! #selfcare #health #wellness #mindbodysoul #painfreeliving #pledgetostaywell #osteopathy #physiotherapy #massagetherapy #acupuncture #lifetherapies #ottawa #wellnesskindoflife
Pain can disrupt your life. It can flair up. It can cause unwanted aches. It can even ruin your sleep. Whether you are suffering pain as a result of a recent injury or a more long-term movement dysfunction, natural therapeutic methods can offer you relief. At times the process may feel slow going, but remember: [...]
Pregnancy brings incredible and miraculous changes to the body, along with some less-than-enjoyable aches and pain. Thankfully prenatal osteopathic treatment can treat discomforts including headaches, shoulder, rib and lower back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, lower limb and ankle swelling, and so much more. A manual osteopath, like Elliot Vlad, uses non-invasive techniques to [...]
Summer has finally arrived in Ottawa! Many of our clients have been telling us how much they enjoy getting outside, even on the hot, humid days, to enjoy a myriad of outdoor activities. From a dusk walk around the neighbourhood, to a hike in the Gats, to a slow paddle on the Ottawa River, there is so [...]
If you've never visited a physiotherapist, you might be wondering what to expect. First things first, a physiotherapist will ask questions about the pain you are experiencing. They will then observe how you move, do strength tests, and look at how you walk. They will also look at areas around the pain - and will [...]
Did you know that massage therapy can help decrease the frequency and severity of tension headaches? Research from Granada University in Spain found that a single session of massage therapy immediately effects perceived pain in patients with chronic tension headaches. So the next time a headache hits, try calling Life Therapies to book a last-minute [...]
Bid farewell to that pain in your neck with a visit to Life Therapies. This week, we have some availability for physiotherapy, osteopathy, massage therapy and acupuncture. Put yourself first. Schedule your appointment now! Welcome to Life Therapies: Helping You Master the Art of Pain-Free Living At our multidisciplinary clinic in Ottawa, we offer a [...]
