Complete Balance Health Centre

04/10/2023

Concussion Education: Adaptability

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend.

Some of our concussion patients may have had some difficulties with the social get togethers. Some triggers for their symptoms may be sound & light sensitivity which commonly is a family dinner.

If your symptoms flared from the holiday weekend, please take a moment to watch the video below.

This is NOT Medical advice. Please consult all recommendations with your certified treatment provider. This video present snippets from our Concussion Educat...

03/15/2023

Health, Wellness & Sports Injuries. Today we are supporting a youth sports camp highlighting the importance of injury prevention. We want our players to play at their best level, for the longest time they can.

03/01/2023

GLAD Program. Exercise with Osteoarthritis!

Functional ability is one of the four themes of the program. Improving our ability to accomplish the daily tasks of life allow us to accomplish more. Program restarts on March 14, 2023! Book your initial intake with us today to learn if you're a candidate for the program.

02/27/2023

GLAD Program. Exercise with Osteoarthritis!

Leg and hip range of motion is one of the four themes of the program. Program restarts on March 14, 2023! Book your initial intake with us today to learn if you're a candidate for the program.

02/24/2023

GLAD Program. Exercise with Osteoarthritis!

Core strength is one of the four themes of the program. Program restarts on March 14, 2023! Book your initial intake with us today to learn if you're a candidate for the program.

02/22/2023

GLAD Program restarts March 14, 2023.

Core strenth, hip range of motion, leg strength and functional ability are the four concepts trained during this exercise program.

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a very common disease. OA affects the whole joint, but more
specifically it affects the articular cartilage (the cartilage covering the ends of bones). With OA this articular cartilage becomes thin and fragile.

Currently, there is no known way of curing cartilage loss. Treatment is used to reduce symptoms and improve function of the joint. Learning about OA is part of the treatment.

Special exercises can be done to relieve pain and boost joint function. When function improves, the next step is to get more active. Being physically active can help maintain weight loss and improve overall health. These things should be done as early as possible by people who have OA.

Exercise has been shown to be the best treatment for people who have trouble with their OA. Exercise reduces pain and makes it easier for people to perform their daily activities. Being active can lead to lots of positive things like a strong heart and good overall health. It is easier to control your weight with exercise compared to without exercise.

02/17/2023

Welcome to our intern Nishtha!

02/15/2023

Thank you Etobicoke Ringette Association for sharing our information!

02/15/2023

Welcome to our intern Chase!

02/13/2023

Welcome to our Intern Neeraj!

01/09/2023

Our Infrared Sauna is OPEN!
Try out sauna after your appointment, or come in after work to warm up!
If you haven't tried our sauna yet, you will have a great experience trying the InfraRed Heat.

If you've already tried it, you know how much we've missed having it available.

Sauna Packages are available for the month! Give us a call to ask about the savings with a package!

01/08/2023

Are you part of our Newsletter?

This quarterly update covered our new logo, and new website.
We shared information about our successful holiday drive.
We updated everyone on our OA Exercise program for hip & knee pain.

Concussion corner shared information from one of the Vagus Nerve meetings.
Scoli answered the question, can you do sport if you have scoliosis.

If you aren't already part of our newsletter, we highly recommend!

12/26/2022

Our team got a few Holiday gifts this year!

Check out all the different styles of our new uniforms!

12/24/2022

Happy Holidays from all of us at Complete Balance Health Center!

Stay safe and stay healthy!

12/23/2022

Thank you!

Thank you to all those who helped us to reach our goal of $1,000 worth of donated items. These donations were for Ernestines Women's Shelter, and included food, household and hygiene items and toys/games for youths. We are thrilled to be a supporter of this amazing program.

If you missed donating an item this year, below is a link to website where you can support them online!

https://ernestines.ca/how-to-help/donations/monetarydonations/

Thank you for helping us reach our goal!
Thank you to Ernestines women's shelter for the amazing work they do.

12/19/2022

We are so close to fulfilling our goal for this years Holiday Drive!

We set a goal of $1,000 worth of donated items and we are currently over $700!

Items inlcude:
- Non perishable food items.
- Health & Hygiene (body wash etc.)
- Household (toilet paper/paper towels etc.)
- Baby/Toddler (baby food/diapers)
- Youth (gift cards like sportcheck & EB games)

12/16/2022

Holiday Hours!
We already shared, but we have a slight change on Saturday December 31!

12/09/2022

Your support helped us to get all that much closer to achieving that which we’ve set out to do. We thankyou and wholeheartedly appreciate your involvement Fabrizio!!!

We are doing a Holiday Gift Drive for Women’s Shelter and we would appreciate your support and love.

Swipe right for more details🎅

12/08/2022

As we approach holiday season please note that CBHC will be closed the above days. We wish all of our clients, students,volunteers, staff, friends and family members a safe and enjoyable holiday season.

Please contact us at 416-769-1163 or via email [email protected] to reschedule any appointments.

12/01/2022

Celebrate!

One of our values within our clinic is celebrate. This is a value we try to instil in our patients who may be recovering from serious and lingering injuries. We celebrate small and measurable improvements, every time.

Today we are celebrate for a different reason, one of our team members has recently graduated with a diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion. This adds to her list, including a degree in Physiotherapy.

Congratulation Siddhi!

12/01/2022

Posture Make Over 101: Help for chronic neck and lower back pain.

Posture Workshop!
Dr. Fung is hosting another posture workshop on December 05, at 7:30pm. Check out the link below to learn more.

If you suffer from recurring neck pain, headaches, lower back pain or sciatica, this workshop is for you.

11/30/2022

Osteoarthritis Exercise Program | Complete Balance Health Centre

Have you seen our new webpage!?

The GLA:D Osteoarthritis Exercise Program! This neuromuscular program saw the following changes with its participants:
1. 27% reduction in pain intensity at one year post program,
2. 30% increase in self-reported physical activity levels
3. 70% showing significant improvement in their function
4. reduced use of joint related pain killers at one year

Please fill out the form below to schedule your Concussion examinationName(Required) First Last Phone(Required)Is this for yourself or someone else? Myself Someone else What caused the concussion? What was the nature of the injury?Date of injury MM slash DD slash YYYY Δ Book your initial with our C...

11/29/2022

The album featuring all of our seasonal, and festive, activities!

11/29/2022

Caroline shares some great information about Cupping! Book your next appointment for cupping with her!

On its own or in conjunction with acupuncture, electrical acupuncture, and guasha, cupping is a beautiful treatment modality that helps you feel loose and limber and an overall sense of well being. Caroline often uses it in her internal medicine treatments to boost overall energy and circulation within the body.

To book online, click below link
https://cp67.clinicmaster.com/BookOnline/Availabilities?professionalCode=000050

11/26/2022

Scoliosis Screening

Don't Delay, Screen Today.

Free, At Home, Scoliosis for your children. Please take a moment to learn how to check for this at home. Unfortunately females are at affected from scoliosis at a disproportionate percentage to males so please use this brief and effective tool to screen your children.

Screening at early age is very important. Early detection can lower the chance of requiring surgery! How to screen at home: Body Levels. When looking at your child from behind, we are asking two qu…

11/25/2022

Do you have joint pain? Especially in your hips and knees?

This is the final few days of our glucosamine sale! Ask your treatment provider how you can the benefits of glucosamine and the benefit of the sale.

11/24/2022

REMINDER! REMINDER! REMINDER!

Group workshop this Sunday at 10:00am. If you'd like to attend, please email [email protected] for the zoom link.

This community driven approach is offered free for those suffering from a concussion. Changing the way you sleep for the better will have a wonderful affect on your sleep.

11/22/2022

Learn from Caroline about Squash! If you want to learn tips like this and more, book your next appointment with our acupuncturist Caroline.

Did you know...

🌱 Squash is originally found in Mexico and other parts of Central America. Explorers like Christopher Columbus introduced it to the rest of America and to the world.

🌱 10 000 year old summer squash seeds have been found in Mexican caves.

🌱 The vast majority of these veggies grow on vines

🌱 There are two different types of squash: summer squash and winter squash
- Summer squash (zucchini, pattipan) can be eaten whole and have edible skin and seeds
-Winter squash (pumpkin, butternut, acorn, spaghetti) have tougher skin and their seeds need to be roasted separately. They are called winter squash because they have long shelf lives, where as summer squash do not.

🌱 In China, pumpkins are a symbol of prosperity and fruitfulness and are often eaten during the Chinese New Year.

In Chinese Medicine, squash is often used as a tonic for the digestive system and Lungs. It is excellent for helping the body detox too. Pumpkin seeds help kill intestinal worms and they can help reduce the symptoms of an enlarged prostate.

11/18/2022

Caroline asked, what is the best way to reduce pain?

You're right! Electrical Acupuncture!

It's an excellent way to recalibrate the nervous system and ease tight muscles.

11/17/2022

Calling all concussion patients!

This months meeting is happening on Sunday December 27 at 10:00am.

Hopefully we all understand that sleep is important. It could be argued that it is more important for our concussion recovery (and physical injury recovery as well). This short meeting covers why it is important, because knowing how the body works can be fascinating.

Of course knowledge without practical application isn't helpful, so you will be leaving this meeting with practical tools to use in your daily life.

If you'd like to join this meeting, please email [email protected] so you can be sent zoom link invite prior to the meeting. If you don't have a concussion but would like to sleep better, you are still welcome to join!

11/11/2022

The following is a proclamation made from Mayor John Tory.

Each year, we pause on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, to remember those who paid the ultimate price to protect our freedoms. During Remembrance Week, I encourage residents to support the Royal Canadian Legion and its programs by purchasing and wearing a poppy as a symbol of remembrance.

This year marked the 80th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid. On August 19, 1942, Allied forces undertook a raid on the French coastal town of Dieppe, known as Operation Jubilee. Nearly 5,000 of the 6,000 troops that landed at Dieppe as part of the raid were Canadian. This raid resulted in the highest number of Canadian casualties on a single day during the Second World War. It was the most deadly day for soldiers with a connection to Toronto, in our history.

During this week, we reflect on the more than 10,000 Toronto residents who gave their lives in 20th century wars and conflicts, as well as those who returned home with grievous injuries or disorders. We also remember their families who supported them during war efforts that challenged our security and freedoms.

The City of Toronto acknowledges the bravery, courage and sacrifices of all Canadians who have fought for the peace and freedom we enjoy today in times of war, in peacekeeping operations, in service at home, and in times of disaster. In the face of many global challenges, we continue to honour both those who have served, those who continue to serve, and their families on the home front.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Mayor John Tory, on behalf of Toronto City Council, do hereby proclaim November 5 – 11, 2022 as “Remembrance Week” in the City of Toronto.

Photo from City of Toronto.

11/09/2022

Sleep and Concussions

Sleep is so important.

Have you ever heard of sleep efficiency ? If you have, do you know what a healthy percentage is?

This blog is a fantastic resource to help you sleep better which includes the following tips:

1. Set a schedule
2. Avoid caffeine
3. Exercise early
and 7 others!

To learn more, read the blog below or book an appointment with one of our treatment providers who can explain how these tools can be applied to your life.

Sleep and Concussions: What effect does a concussion have on a person’s quality of sleep and how can they get more restorative rest?

11/07/2022

Have you tried Beauty Guasha from Caroline? Book your appointment today.

Beauty Guasha
✨ Stimulates circulation
✨ Helps produce collagen
✨ Decreases inflammation
✨ Diminishes dark circles
✨ Helps sculpt facial muscles

Therapeutic Guasha
✨ Stimulates circulation
✨ Decreases inflammation
✨ Decreases pain
✨ Increases range of motion and flexibility
✨ Softens tight and tough muscles

Two different types of guasha! Both that give excellent results!

11/05/2022

What did your team do this year for pre-season testing?

Strength? Running / Skating speed? Jump Height?

11/03/2022

Caroline shared some amazing information.

Located above the styloid process of the radius, proximal to the wrist crease, and in between the brachioradial muscle and the tendon of the long abductor muscle of the thumb, LU 7 is one of the most powerful points on the Lung channel.

It is a command point for the head and neck, so can treat anything in that area, whether it has to do with muscle stiffness and headache, or sensory organ troubles, and it is especially good for treating cough.

But this is also, what is known in Chinese Medicine as a Luo Connecting point. As so well described in AcuProAcademy, their main function is to strengthen their interiorly exteriorly related meridians, in this case it would be the Large Intestine.
✨The LUO Collaterals circulate Ying (Nutritive) Qi, and they act as a buffer filling the space between skin & muscles. Therefore nourishing both deep & superficial tissues.
✨They release pathogens to the surface, because they flow between the main primary meridians and the Muscular regions.
✨These Collaterals help us let go of what we have internalized for years.
✨They allow us to process emotions (grief is the emotion of fall and the Lung) and clear thoughts, especially to let go of dependence (especially for addictions).

So whether you've got a cough, a headache, you are finding yourself grieving, or you're having trouble letting go, try massaging this point!

Press, hold, knead 3-5mins, 3x/day.

11/02/2022

Concussion Education Group - Sleep

While the weather and sunlight is changing, we may find it more difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep at night. Take a moment to check out this recap video to help us sleep better at night.

This meeting is specifically for those suffering from a concussion but the recap tools/tips may benefit all!

If you'd like to be part of the meeting in the future, please send us a message.

This is NOT Medical advice. Please consult all recommendations with your certified treatment provider. This video present snippets from our Concussion Educat...

10/31/2022

Trick or Treat!

10/29/2022

Get Assessed at home.

Do you have pain and you don't know what is causing it?
Our trained Physiotherapists can meet you in the comfort of your own home and provide an assessment and treatment.

Get Convenience, Personalized care by Trained Professionals.

Call our reception team today to schedule an appointment.

10/28/2022

Deep Immune with Naturopath Dr. Stacy Cootauco

Last few days to get a discount on Deep Immune!
Fight off cold & flu symptoms as the weather gets worse.

Deep Immune is a product that our patients may benefit from to prepare them to fight off cold & flu. Our Naturopath Dr. Stacy gives a great explination of it...

10/26/2022

Blog available!

https://askdrjames.com/

Have you seen the latest blog about sleep? While the recap video was created from the concussion group meeting we had, the words are available on our blog site.

We find it important to be accessible for those who interpret and understand information in all methods.

If you like listening, the video is on YouTube.
If you like talking, join the next meeting.
If you like reading, the blog is available at AskDrJames