Did you miss our give away last week? Weren't the lucky winner? Good news! We are raffling off another set of Redblacks tickets to the Friday November 2nd game against the Toronto Argonauts. Game time is 7:30pm. Each patient is allowed one ballot entry per appointment, with any of our practitioners.  We will draw the lucky winner on Wednesday October 31st, and contact them via phone or email! If you have any questions or would like to book an appointment, please call the clinic at 613-695-0266.

Further game details can be found at the the Redblacks website: https://www.ottawaredblacks.com/ 
For information about how to get to the game without the hassle of parking and driving check out the OC Transpo special events busses, free with your ticket: www.octranspo.com/ottawa-destinations/tdplace


Good luck to all! 

Are you a Redblacks fan?

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, this week we are saying “Thanks” to our patients by raffling off two tickets to the Friday, October 19th game! At each appointment with any of our practitioners, you can fill out a ballot and enter your name to be in the draw. The draw will take place Wednesday, October 17th and the winner will be contacted via phone or email. If you have any questions or want to book an appointment, please give us a call at 613-695-0266.

For further game details visit the Redblacks website: https://www.ottawaredblacks.com/ 

Goodluck to all! 

Please be advised that the clinic will be closed, Monday October 8th, 2018 for Thanksgiving Monday. We are wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving and hope you have a great long weekend with friends and family! The clinic will re-open on Tuesday October 9th at 1:00pm. If you have any questions or need to change your appointment due to holiday plans, please call the front desk at 613-695-0266. 

Core Chiropractic and Performance Centre is happy to announce we have added Rebecca Moss to our team. Rebecca graduated with an advanced diploma from The Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy in Toronto, ON. As a Registered Massage Therapist, Rebecca integrates a variety of massage techniques and modalities into her practice including unique modalities such as: visceral/abdominal massage, cupping, and myofascial release. Rebecca specializes in TMJ dysfunction, visceral/abdominal massage, pregnancy massage and fascial abrasion techniques. Rebecca is now accepting new clients.

Her hours are:
Monday: 9:00am - 12:30pm
Tuesday: 9:00am - 1:45pm
Wednesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am - 1:45pm

For further information or to book an appointment with Rebecca, please call the clinic at 613-695-0266. 

Have you been into visit our clinic lately? This past summer, the clinic underwent some major renovations to make room for more practitioners to join the practice and use our space more efficiently. We are incredibly pleased with the results and love our new space!

Give us a call at 613-695-0266 to book your next appointment and see the changes!
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Kids think it’s “cool” to strap on their backpacks and head out to school. But if they don’t know how to choose, load, lift and wear a pack properly – these all-important accessories can be a pain in the back. Adults aren't exempt from this issue either, sports bags and heavy purses/brief cases can become a pain as well. 

​Carrying a heavy load that is unevenly or improperly distributed can result in poor posture; and even distort the spinal column, throwing it out of alignment. This can cause muscle strain, headaches, back, neck and arm pain, and even nerve damage. For instance, a heavy bag carried on one shoulder forces the muscles and spine to compensate for the uneven weight. This places stress on the mid and lower back, and may cause chronic problems.

To help avoid this, here are some quick tips on how to pack and carry your bags:

1. Choose a bag made of light-weight material and with multiple pockets for spreading out the weight of your items. Shoulder straps should be wide, adjustable and padded.
2. Bags should not weigh more than 10-15% of your body weight. Resist the urge to pack all of your belongings and pack only the essentials!
3. To put a back pack on without causing pain, put the pack on a flat surface, at waist height. Slip on the pack, one shoulder at a time, and then adjust the straps to fit comfortably. 
   

For further info, visit these helpful links:

www.chiropractic.on.ca/public/your-back-health/backpack-101/

www.chiropractic.on.ca/public/public-education/backpackhandbags/adult/

Already experiencing back pain? Call us at 613-695-0266 to see one of our practitioners!

Core Chiropractic and Performance Centre is pleased to welcome the newest member of our team, Dr. Katherine Whitton. Dr. Whitton has worked within the clinic previously and is a graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Prior to pursuing her chiropractic degree, Dr. Whitton obtained her Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from Acadia University. Dr. Whitton is excited to start her new position in our clinic and is currently accepting new patients. 

​Her hours are: 
Monday - 9:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday - 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Wednesday - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday - 1:00pm - 7:00pm
​Friday - 9:00am - 5:00pm

For further information or to book an appointment with Dr. Whitton, please call the clinic at 613-695-0266.