When injuries to the body are as a result of impact, muscles around the site reflexively contract to protect you from the trauma. If the trauma is physically or emotionally significant, the shock to the body may result in the protective muscular contraction becoming habituated. Our brain behaves as if the injury is still happening and we develop what is known in Somatics as Sensory Motor Amnesia. This body–brain disconnect causes us to forget how to sense and move our muscles. Somatics Gentle Body Movement Classes re-educate the brain to release muscular tension and relax muscles back to their correct resting length without discomfort or painful stretching.
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Hearing Aids vs Hearing Amplifiers?
Thinking about choosing a hearing amplifier to correct your hearing loss? A hearing amplifier cannot be compared directly with a hearing aid. Hearing amplifiers feature a microphone and an amplifier. In terms of structure and shape they are very similar to conventional hearing aids. However, they only increase the volume of sound and cannot be adapted to your individual hearing loss or personal preferences. Hearing amplifiers are not prescribed by doctors and are usually purchased without specialist advice. Hearing Care professionals recommend hearing aids for those affected by hearing loss and will help you take your first steps towards better hearing.
Pharmacy at Home Program
Is managing your medications becoming a struggle? The Pharmacy at Home Program can solve your problems. At no additional cost, a pharmacist will come to your home. The pharmacist will identify all the prescription and non-prescription medication you take, discuss how they are best taken and will create a medication management plan for you. You and your family will get peace of mind knowing that your medications are managed. In the long term, this may mean being able to stay in your own home longer, reduced number of hospital visits and admissions and improved quality of life for your caregiver.
How Do I Use Essential Oils?
Confused about the different ways to use essential oils? * Aromatically: Whether in a diffuser or just drops on a pillow or cotton ball this is the method for infusing the air around you. Great method for changing the mood in a room and for purifying the air. * Topically: Massaging essential oils (diluted) into target spots on the skin for pain or skin irritations. * Ingesting: Great for gut issues or systemic use. Only use doTerra CPTG oils (non-synthetic without contaminant.) * Cleaning: Citrus oils are all generally great cleaners. Your home will be cleaner, smell better and you are going to get rid of toxins. Want to learn more? Join a Thursday evening classes in Nanaimo.
Lotteries Most Popular Form of Gambling
According to the 2014 British Columbia Problem Gambling Prevalence Study, approximately 72.5% of British Columbians gamble. Lotteries remain the most popular form of gambling (81.6%), with 43.6% of gamblers naming it as their favourite form of gambling. Interestingly, when speaking with people in a community, very few individuals initially identify themselves as gamblers but at some point in the conversation, the person may say “Oh, but I buy lottery tickets every week.” This simple reflection exemplifies some of the myths and misunderstandings that surround what gambling is and is not, and who is stigmatised, and who isn’t. Food for thought …
Maximize Your Balance and Stability
Did you know that lack of stability and balance account for a large portion of foot and back pain issues? Today, wellness consumers want products to enhance their quality of life and are asking for natural, safe solutions for more energy, pain relief and enhanced mobility. VoxxLife socks and insoles with HPT optimize the user’s stability and balance at the nervous system level and provide relief from aches and pains with drug free proven technology. Voxx Human Performance Technology (HPT) is based on 45 Years of research in Neuromuscular Science, Chiropractic Neurology and Reflexology. Come test your balance at the Wellnessnews Women’s Expo on February 9th at the VI Conference Centre.
Laughter is the Goal
If you are looking for serious themes and messages in a theatrical production, keep looking. In the upcoming Norm Foster comedy “Self Help”, laughter is the goal. Norm Foster is considered the most produced playwright in Canada’s history. Differentiated from a comedy, a farce is a light, humorous play in which the plot depends upon a skillfully exploited situation rather than upon the development of character. As always NTG takes producing quality theatre very seriously with attention to every detail on stage and backstage including set, properties, costumes, lighting and sound.
Wellnessnews Women’s Expo – February 9
The Vancouver Island Conference Centre in Nanaimo is the place to be on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Women of all ages will discover things of interest at the largest Women’s Expo north of Victoria with over 100 exhibitors showcasing their products and services. The Wellnessnews Women’s Expo features wellness seminars, shopping opportunities and a Diva Oasis to indulge the senses. The Expo is FREE. Get your VIP tickets where you get your Wellnessnews or from one of the exhibitors. While not required to attend, tickets redeemed raise funds for the Samaritan House Room for Hope Campaign to expand their women’s shelter.
Need Some Fitness in Your Life?
Looking for a way to incorporate fitness into your life? Join us at Parks and Recreation for some great drop-in options. Classes are held at Oliver Woods, and the cost is $11 per class. * H.I.I.T Classes: Monday and Wednesday at 5:15-6:15 pm or Tuesday and Thursday at 6:45-7:30 am * Rookie Boot Camp: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:15-10:15 am * Morning Butts & Gutts: Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 am or 5:45-6:45 pm *Tabata: Tuesdays, 9:15-10:15 am * Full Figure Fitness: Mondays, 10:30-11:20 am. For more information about these and other drop-in opportunities, please contact Nanaimo Parks and Recreation.
Hearing Aid Battery Life
Hearing aids can have either disposable batteries or rechargeable batteries. Disposable battery life depends on many things including, the size of the battery, hours of use and hearing aid programming. Based on an 8 hour day, the battery life ranges from 2-3 days for the smallest size to 10-14 days for the largest battery. For rechargeable batteries, the hearing aids are charged every night. A full charge can last from 8 to 24 hours depending on the hearing aid brand and size of rechargeable battery. Book an appointment today and find out more about the wide selection of modern hearing aid solutions.
Be a Health Saver with Essential Oils
Can you respond to a health crisis in your family? When illness or accident befalls a loved one, it is our gut level response to want to help. Having the knowledge of the health benefits of real essential oils gives you TOOLS that can CHANGE LIVES. From reducing a fever, supporting emotional health to treating burns and trauma, having essential oils on hand and the understanding of their use, gives you the power to respond. Attend FREE seminars to give you the HOW. Be a health saver. Check for upcoming classes.
