Back Pain Relief (General)

Learn about common back pain relief techniques including: Exercises, Stretches, and Self massage.

Pulled Muscle In Lower Back Treatments & Exercises

By: Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC and Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: January 15, 2019 Leave a Comment

A pulled muscle in lower back can make every day activities, such as sleeping and working, extremely difficult. Luckily, most pulled muscles heal fairly quickly and there are a number of treatments that you can try to help speed up the healing process. [Read more…] about Pulled Muscle In Lower Back Treatments & Exercises

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC

Licensed chiropractor, DC (Owner of Forme Clinic, Stoney Creek, ON, L8G 1B9)

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie graduated from Brock University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours). She then attended D’Youville College, in Buffalo, New York and obtained her Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree in 2008. After graduating, Dr. McQuilkie practiced in a multi-disciplinary healthcare facility based in Hamilton, Ontario gaining experience treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries.

http://www.formeclinic.ca/

Co Authors :

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

As a long time back sufferer Leon found unique methods to alleviate his pain using natural methods including self massage, exercise/stretching and postural habits. He founded Backintelligence.com to empower others to fix their postures and ease their back pain from home.

Self Massage Techniques – For 9 Body Parts

By: Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC, Last Updated: October 30, 2018 2 Comments

According to the American Massage Therapy Association, surveys indicate that approximately 43.8 to 57.6 million adults in the U.S. had at least one massage between July 2015 and July 2016. And this number is expected to rise as more people turn towards complementary and alternative therapies. [Read more…] about Self Massage Techniques – For 9 Body Parts

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC

Licensed chiropractor, DC (Owner of Forme Clinic, Stoney Creek, ON, L8G 1B9)

http://www.formeclinic.ca/

Cat And Cow Stretch (Video) – Best Way To Stretch Your Spine

By: Dr. David Oliver, DC, Last Updated: October 14, 2018 4 Comments

In today’s video Dr. Oliver will show you how to do the Cat and Cow Stretch. The Cat-Cow exercise is one of the best spinal stretches out the to alleviate back pain. Watch it below.
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Dr. David Oliver, DC

Dr. Oliver has been practicing in Massachusetts since 2007. He is a graduate of Marist College where he received a Pre-Med Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Dr. Oliver then went on to pursue his chiropractic career by attending Palmer College of Chiropractic West, where he graduated Cum Laude. Dr. Oliver has his diploma in rehabilitation, which allows him to combine rehab and corrective exercise with traditional chiropractic treatment. This gives his patients better long term results.

https://www.newtonwellnesscenter.com

Fix Pain Between Shoulder Blades In Upper Back – With Exercises & Self Massage

By: Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC and Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: March 14, 2019 1 Comment

If you’ve ever experienced upper back pain between your shoulder blades, also known as interscapular pain, you know just how uncomfortable it can be.

This is becoming an increasingly common condition that I see, especially with the increased use of laptops, smartphones and tablets. If you suffer from upper back pain between shoulder blades, it’s important to address it sooner rather than later. [Read more…] about Fix Pain Between Shoulder Blades In Upper Back – With Exercises & Self Massage

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC

Licensed chiropractor, DC (Owner of Forme Clinic, Stoney Creek, ON, L8G 1B9)

http://www.formeclinic.ca/

Co Authors :

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

How Can Poor Posture Result in Back Pain – 7 Causes

By: Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC, Last Updated: October 30, 2018 Leave a Comment

Most of us will experience back pain at some point in our lives and most of the time it is caused by repetitive activities that we do every day. If you’re wondering how can poor posture result in back pain, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll be discussing 7 causes of poor posture and how they can lead to back pain.
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Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC

Licensed chiropractor, DC (Owner of Forme Clinic, Stoney Creek, ON, L8G 1B9)

http://www.formeclinic.ca/