What's the difference between chiropractic and physiotherapy? Ever since the first reported chiropractic manipulation was performed by Daniel Palmer in 1895, the field of physical medicine has been split into two competing schools of thought for treating common back pain. But today both chiropractors and physiotherapists are professional healthcare providers working side-by-side to aid patients [...]
Fitbody Boot Camp - A Fitness Program That Keeps You Coming Back Fitness Classes Surrey, BC If your serious about fitness, you know the number one challenge is staying motivated. It's easy to get into a rut, skip classes, or plateau with your conditioning. When that happens, you probably sit there in your [...]
Pain Relief For A Bulging or Herniated Disc About Spinal Decompression If you have persistent back pain, especially low back pain, you have probably heard the terms traction and spinal decompression. Patients ask us all the time if we "do traction or spinal decompression." That may be due to the widespread impression that [...]
Let’s talk about exercising and back pain… Last week one of my patients asked me a question… And it’s one that always gets asked, no matter the time of year! “Is it ok to exercise when my back is hurting? I’ve just got into a good routine sticking to the gym and working out three [...]
British Columbia is home to many picturesque places and fun things to do. From beautiful scenery on walks and hikes to shopping and beaches. We really do have it all. Living in Surrey means we can walk along sandy beaches, explore the areas past and hike through trails filled with natural beauty. But, if you’ve [...]
A client said this to me last week: “I wish I could go to the gym but it’s difficult to find the time! Are there things we can do everyday (without going to the gym), that count as good exercise? I don’t always want to go to the gym and the thought of going for [...]
The other day I was out in Surrey for a coffee, and overheard a conversation on the table next to me between two women with newborns and it went like this: FRIEND 1: “Wouldn’t it be nice to have 5 minutes to yourself?” FRIEND 2: “I’d love it, but I just don’t have the time. [...]
Yes, you read the blog title right... Chocolate CAN actually be good for you, and has plenty of health benefits too - so you don't have to beat yourself up! Of course, there's a reason doctors and health professionals aren't telling you to go to the nearest store and stock up on as much Hershey's [...]
A few weeks ago some of our patients were chatting while enjoying a cup of coffee and the conversation was all about wanting to get fitter, but why it's so hard to stay in shape sometimes. They all agreed that they knew they needed to exercise, sleep more and eat healthier. But knowing and doing [...]
At Pure Life Physiotherapy in Surrey, we receive enquiries from more and more pregnant women about helping them with back pain issues and preparing them for an easier labour experience. Fortunately, most people are now beginning to realise that physiotherapy is not just to help them recover from an injury. Reasons For Taking Part In [...]
