Consistent sub-zero temperatures, and accumulating snow and ice has been a new reality for Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. With the snowiest season on record, it has taken us all some time to adjust. Gone are the days of a single snow day where you hunker down, stay inside, and in the morning it has all…
How do Epsom Salts work to soothe your muscles? Here’s an explanation: Magnesium is one of the main components of Epsom salt. It is a mineral that the body needs and, unlike most minerals, is can absorb through the skin as you soak in the bath. The mineral helps relax skeletal muscles by flushing lactic acid…
Have you ever been exercising or at the gym, watching people around you, and wondering why some other people can bend a bit deeper, or reach a bit farther? It doesn’t necessarily have only to do with fitness or how much you train. Everybody’s body is different. Yes, the foundation and purpose of the structures are the…
Karen Morch, Craniosacral Therapist, Advanced Energy Healer + Intuitive, Honours B.A., B.Ed, will be returning to Vancouver for a visit in February 2017 and will be taking appointments at Broadway Wellness on February 14th + 16th. Please call the clinic or book online here.
Aside from wanting to tense up and bring the extremities in closer into the body for warmth, there are other physiological reasons why we tend to suffer from more muscle and joint soreness in the winter months. The colder temperatures make it more difficult for the body to maintain its ideal thermal equilibrium, and the internal…
In a day and age where the work-life balance isn’t so… balanced, and we have adapted to do everything from a seated position, the body can start to suffer. It is not only the immediate stiffness you begin to feel after prolonged sitting, or the poor posture that can cause us grief. Constant sitting can…
Why a “BPA-free” label on plastics may be meaningless We’re all familiar with the buzz BPA (Bisphenol A) has received in recent years due to its prolific presence in plastics, and concerns relating to hormone production, human reproduction, metabolism, and neurological functions. BPA got all the media attention becoming the focus of most studies and…
As the temperature drops and the snow continues to fall, we find ourselves parting ways with the sunny-day seaside activity routines we had established in warmer months. While it might be daunting to venture outdoors on to slippery sidewalks for your usual morning jog, there are lots of exercise options (and warm ones!) to keep you moving…
Do you ever wake between 1am-3am? Your liver may be trying to tell you something! 1am to 3am, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, is known as the time of the liver. This is when the body checks in and gives it a little more attention, and does so through nerve conduction and increased blood flow….
When watching the Olympic games last summer, we might have noticed some athletes have coloured strips of tape peeking out from under their uniform. That is called Kinesio tape. Kinesio tape was first developed in Japan in early 80s by Dr. Kenzo Kase who believes in the power of manual therapy in healing. Despite the effectiveness…
The winter season seems to be in full swing, and in keeping with tradition, we have put out our annual holiday hamper. We are collecting donations of new, clean, warm socks to be distributed by Covenant House in the New Year. Every winter our cold wet Vancouver weather poses a serious health concern for people…
Did you know the human body can only absorb 4 ounces (120ml) of water every 15 minutes? Do you ever guzzle down a bottle of water and think that should keep you hydrated for a few hours? Think again! The body can only accommodate the absorption of 4 ounces of water every 15 minutes. By…
Everyone can benefit from a good stretch. If you work 9am-5pm at a desk job and you feel tension anywhere from your hamstrings up to your neck and shoulders, you should stretch. If you are athletic and constantly on the go, running, biking, hiking around this beautiful city, you should stretch. Maybe you already incorporate…
A warm thank you to all of you who took the time to vote for Broadway Wellness in this year’s Georgia Straight Best of Vancouver Readers Choice Awards. Your votes truly counted and we were named the winner of the”Best Massage Therapist” category for the second year in a row! We couldn’t be happier and will…
There is an emotional aspect to every illness. Often times, it is the emotional thoughts or “excess emotions” that will lead to illness. Therapeutic massage is helpful in calming the mind, reducing stress and focusing our mental powers over any situation. Doing relaxation techniques such as massage, yoga and meditation benefit lung function by affecting…
Tension and other physical symptoms are frequently experienced when mourning the loss of someone, or something significant. These symptoms include fatigue, headaches, general malaise, lack of sleep, lack of appetite – which are symptoms tied to the sympathetic nervous systems. It is interesting to discover how our body, subconsciously, has its own way of recognizing and…
Stress is a common and universal occurrence. Relief from any kind of stress is important, and without, the sustained response may cause extended problems. Many sources have shown that constant stress may turn into “distress” leading to physical symptoms including headaches, upset stomachs, elevated blood pressure, chest pains, and sleeping problems. It may also even bring on…
The Canadian College of Osteopathy defines traditional Osteopathy as: “A natural medicine which aims to restore function in the body by treating the causes of pain and imbalance. To achieve this goal the Osteopathic Manual Practitioner relies on the quality and finesse of his/her palpation and works with the position, mobility and quality of the…
With our mild weather appearing earlier and earlier in Vancouver, the air is filled with pollen, grass and other things that can trigger your seasonal allergies. Allergy season is particularly bad this year, but with or without over the counter allergy medicine, there are some natural remedies you can follow to ward off hayfever this season.
Alison Ritchie, RMT has been practicing at Broadway Wellness since 2012, and has returned this month from maternity leave. Alison is in year five of the Osteopathic Manual Therapy program, and is presently incorporating her osteopathic skills into her massage therapy practice in Vancouver, BC. What is Osteopathic Manual Therapy? Osteopathy is a term you might…
Thank you for your vote in 2015!! We would love your vote for ‘Best of Vancouver 2016’ Broadway Wellness has proudly offered the Fairview District of Vancouver the integrated health-care services of Registered Massage Therapy, and Naturopathic Medicine for over 10 years. We are passionate about providing you the best quality service and care…