It is perfectly normal to go through life experiencing some sort of pain or muscle tension.

When it becomes a problem, is when it starts to affect how we live our lives.

Are we avoiding certain movements because it hurts?

Do we push through certain movements and think this is normal?

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Moving and exercising should feel good.

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It shouldn't cause you pain.  May it cause some muscle soreness up to 48 hours after? Yes, but that pain is not chronic.  Muscle soreness, pain and tension shouldn't last more than 48 hours.  When movement and exercise stops feeling good and you find yourself waking up with muscle cramps, increased muscle tension or pain in your neck, hips, knees, backs, shoulders you may be overtraining.  Overtraining actually decreases your ability to perform at your best and puts you at risk for chronic pain and injury.​

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Question is who do you ask for help?

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In order to feel lasting change and achieve optimal wellness,

consider incorporating these 4 Principles.

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1.

Seek out Manual Therapy from Health Care Professionals

This may include:

Manual Osteopathic Practitioner

Registered Massage Therapist

Physiotherapist who focuses on manual therapy

Chiropractor

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2.

Seek out Active Therapy from Health Professionals

Registered Kinesiologist are experts in this area.

Physiotherapist who focuses on teaching/training prescribed exercises.

Clinical Pilates

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3. 

Move your Body Everyday

Avoid staying in one position for more than 30 minutes at a time.

Walk everyday - start with 5 minutes 3 times a day and gradually increase

(Frequency is more important than duration or intensity to address chronic pain)

A Registered Kinesiologist can help develop and progress your program accordingly.

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4.

Do Specific Strengthening Exercises with Proper Form

Reconditioning your body out of pain requires a slow and steady mindset.

Frequency should be 2-3 times per week for the average person.   

Finding the right exercises for your current functional capacity will be key.

A Registered Kinesiologist will help you develop and progress your program accordingly as your functional capacity improves.

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