Clenching and grinding your teeth, whether during the day or at night, is the most common cause of jaw pain. Over time, the heightened muscle activity can lead to trigger points within the chewing muscles that may cause pain, soreness, limited mouth opening, and even headaches. Physiotherapy can provide effective treatment for temporomandibular dysfunction. Your therapist may use a combination of manual therapy, intra-oral massage, dry needling, and home exercises to decrease muscle tone and encourage relaxation. Try to avoid the forward head posture, common when in front of a computer, as it negatively affects the biomechanics of the jaw.
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Healthy Gut = Heathy Life
Did you know that there is a direct connection between the immune system and nutrition? The intestinal tract is the main route of contact with the external environment and is a pathway that contains microbiomes that aids digestion as well as the absorption of nutrients. This makes it critical for us to consume a balanced diet with the right nutrients while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Make sure you consume an adequate amount of protein such a fish and lean meats. It’s also important to maintain a daily intake of vitamins and phytonutrients, especially Vitamin C. Increase your intake of probiotics and omega-3 fatty acids as they enhance the functions of immune cells.
With a New Year Comes New Energy
A new year brings new energy and possibility. Releasing the old that no longer works, makes room for the new. A story comes to mind about a monk who goes out on the lake to meditate in his boat. He cherishes his solitude and quiet. While deep in meditation, eyes closed he feels a sudden smash. He flies into a rage and begins to blame. How could anybody be so insensitive and careless. When he opened his eyes, he saw the boat was empty and had drifted off from shore. It was then he realized all feelings and reactions came from within. The “boats and people” are just who we project them on. This freed him to own and choose his thoughts and ways of being.
Cannabis for Arthritis Pain
Did you know that cannabis is gaining popularity as a treatment for arthritis? Cannabis can be used to ease pain and reduce swelling related to arthritis. It can also be a far less harmful and less addictive way to treat those suffering from chronic pain associated with arthritis. This can be done without getting “stoned” or feeling “high”. Products that are CBD-based (cannabidiol) can help manage pain and relieve symptoms without any “high”, while THC-based products (tetrahydrocannabinol) can cause a more intoxicated feeling. Some products offer a balance of both CBD and THC for another effective option for pain relief.
Words to Live By
If you asked me for my New Year Resolution, it would be to find out who I am. – Cyril Cusack
Words to Live By
There are greater things to be achieved in every New Year, and each and everyone must prepare themselves to be great, not by words of the mouth, but by a lot of sacrifices. – Michael Bassey Johnson
Help for Mask Anxiety
Face mask conversations seem to go one of two ways — a debate about why people should wear one or a debate about why they won’t wear one. But there is another stance that we might not be taking into consideration. For some people, the thought of wearing a mask can cause a great deal of stress or even panic. This is known as mask anxiety. Mask anxiety is a very real thing for people who have anxiety disorders, who suffer from trauma, or sensory processing. Simply wearing a mask is not as straightforward for everyone. If you could benefit from a mask-anxiety coaching session, please connect with me.
Winnipeg’s Friendliest Undertaker ™
“We’re all neighbours and have to help each other.”
Since 1985, Richard Rosin has been helping families through difficult days. He founded Richard Rosin Funeral Director Ltd. in 2018 to continue his commitment by providing environmentally sustainable green funerals, cremations, Online and traditional funeral events – and more.
Richard also offers Online education events and writes blog posts on various topics on ageing and end-of-life issues, including managing your Digital (internet) Life and continuing your environmental legacy by considering Green Burial. Call Richard anytime for his neighbourly help in making wise choices and easing the emotional burden.
Community Feature: 30 Minute Hit
Have you been looking for a new fun work out? The 30 Minute Hit is a high intensity action packed boxing/kickboxing circuit. Designed just for women, each 2-minute round based on boxing, kickboxing, general self-defense, and core stability training, will challenge you to improve your fitness and reward you with amazing results. Fast paced, inspiring and empowering, this one of a kind workout appeals to all levels of fitness in a friendly non-intimidating environment. Be part of a fun community and get fit doing it! Get your heart pumping, clear your mind and transform your body faster than you could ever imagine!
Stress Handling With Biofeedback
Everyday we have an estimated 60,000 to 80,000 thoughts running through our minds. Considering that our minds can only handle 7-10 bits of information at a time, no wonder we start to feel overwhelmed, especially at this time of the year. Unmanaged stress contributes to many health issues such as lowered immunity, headaches, exhaustion, insomnia, chronic pain, and depression, to name a few. Alternative approaches such as Biofeedback testing and treatment are very effective in handling stress. It detects imbalances, or weaknesses, in the stress handling areas of the body, and in turn, stimulates the affected areas to help the mind and body process and handle stress better.
Financial Fitness Workshops
If you’re interested in improving your financial fitness, check out these FREE workshops! 1) Increasing Cash Flow & Debt Management (foundation for the other workshops): Practical ways to increase your cash flow and eliminate debt faster. 2) Building a Strong Financial Foundation & Proper Protection: Protect your family now, and build a legacy. 3) Building Wealth & Asset Accumulation: Simple formulas for building wealth, and various financial instruments. 4) Retirement & Education Planning: Prepare for retirement or post-secondary education. 5) Estate Preservation & Wealth Transfer: Preserve and transfer as much wealth as possible. Contact me today to register!
