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October 28, 2009

Vancouver Chiropractor: Altered Breathing Patterns & Chronic Low Back Pain

by Dr. Carla Cupido | 2 Comments

A very interesting paper was published in European Spine Journal this month entitled Altered Breathing Patterns in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients.
The research proved that patients with chronic low back pain often experience altered breathing patterns while performing movements involving the core muscles.  This is relevant for anyone who moves and has low back pain!  [...]

October 27, 2009

ESSENTIAL Fatty Acids

by Dr. Carla Cupido | No Comments

Dr. Meschino is not only a doctor of chiropractic and naturopathic medicine; he also has a master’s degree in nutrition; that is ten years of post-graduate studies!  Dr. Meschino is an evidence based doctor, this means that he only practices and teaches what has been proven in research.  The research, whether taught by naturopaths, [...]

August 18, 2009

Vancouver Chiropractor Suggests Foam Roller Options

by Dr. Carla Cupido | No Comments

What do these three objects have in common?  They can all be used for self myofascial release!
Foam rollers are becoming very popular among athletes.  They are used to help maintain healthy tissue between ART, Graston or other myofascial treatments.
I am constantly educating my patients on ways to keep themselves healthy outside of the clinic.  Rolling [...]

August 13, 2009

Vancouver Chiropractor: Article On Shoulder Injuries In Squamish Climbing Magazine

by Dr. Carla Cupido | No Comments

One of my recent articles is featured in the new Squamish Climbing Magazine (on page 30).  In this article, I discuss the importance of our scapular stabilizers in both shoulder injury prevention and rehabilitation.  If you are a climber, a surfer, a tennis player, landscaper, or a parent lifting a child all day long, this [...]