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February 2006

Contents

1. What is Health?
2. Question of the Month
3. Fitness Corner
4. Health News
5. Office Happenings

What is Health?

Now that we have been through another election, more promises have been made about how to make the healthcare system better. The idea of guaranteed wait times was one of the main issues. What would be refreshing is to have a government take an objective look at the whole system and what it delivers. A better question to ask is ‘Why are so many people in line?’. Or to get further to core of the matter ‘What is health?’.

For a system to deliver healthcare, it must define what health is. The World Health Organization defines health as “Optimal physical, mental and social well being, not merely the absence of disease.” This is a good starting point. It puts health as a whole experience rather than not having symptoms or problems. Does our current system deliver health – care? Or is it about waiting for something to be wrong before you do anything about it?

As individuals and a community, it is time to ask the right questions and think outside the box when we consider healthcare. What is another way to reduce wait times for surgeries and procedures? How about having a healthier population so not as many people are in line. Here is another question to ask. I am healthy already and want to get healthier - Where can I turn? Does our system support this? That would truly be a health – care system. 

Healthcare as it is delivered today is helpful if you are sick, having a disease, a condition or a crisis. A faster time to get surgery is a noble goal to relieve the suffering of people. But let’s not stop at that as a sign of great healthcare. Let’s strive for a society that is actually healthy overall. Let’s start by redefining health and be innovative as to how we achieve it.

Question of the Month

I recently had a baby. I am concerned about getting adjusted because the lactic acid released from my muscles afterward could affect my breast milk and upset my child. Should I get adjusted?

The effects of any lactic acid being released from your muscles by an adjustment can be minimized by drinking plenty of water before and after your visit to the chiropractor. The benefits of the adjustment are many. It could mean a more restful sleep, what little you may get. You may notice that you don’t feel as stressed. Don’t hesitate to see your chiropractor, as it will help your whole body to work and feel better.

Fitness Corner

Scott McDermott writes a monthly newsletter that is full of great advice and the latest information on health and fitness. This month’s topics are:

· Protein bars – which are the best, which are the worst?
· The next big wave in Fitness is already upon us!
· A huge key to health – and an easy one to do

To receive his free monthly newsletter, send an email to mybestbody@shaw.ca to get this and more!

Health News

Protect kids from computer injuries, safety council urges

“Researchers fear the popularity of computers and video games is responsible for an increase in injuries among children,” states a recent report from the Canadian Safety Council. The Council president said that long-term health problems could develop if where they use the computer or video games isn’t set up properly. Read more: http://www.cbc.ca/story/science/national/2006/01/06/computers-kids060106.html
Unfortunately, the home computer is often set up on a kitchen table rather than a computer desk. The child should have a chair and desk that fits and supports them well. Parents should also encourage their children to take frequent breaks and to tell them to be aware of their posture while playing games.

Office Happenings

1. Celebrate the Olympics. We will be watching our Canadian athletes as they compete in Torino, Italy for Olympic glory. Stop by the office from February 10 to 24, we will have the games on in the office and you can have your name entered for a draw for some Olympic games wear. 

2. Tax receipts. If you need a tax receipt for your visits to our office in 2005, please contact Carol. We can also email you the receipt as long as you can open a PDF file.

3. Ring found in office. There was a ring left in the office on approximately December 2, 2005. It is etched with the date October 7, 1978 on the inside. If this is your ring or if you know whom this ring might belong to, please contact Carol at the office.

4. Wellness Orientation Workshops. Come learn the ins and outs of how and why we adjust the spine like we do. W.O.W.’s for this month are on Monday February 6 and Wednesday February 22. They start at 5:30 pm in the office. See you there!

5. Office Closings. The office will be closed on Monday February 20 for Family Day.

6. Office Hours. Here are our office hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 to 12:30 and 2:00 to 5:30, Tuesday 8:00 to 12:30 and Thursday 1:00 to 7:30 pm.

 

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Our goal at Larsen Family Chiropractic is to find, correct and monitor subluxations or misalignments of your spine. By keeping that static off your nervous system, you and your family can enjoy the quality of life you deserve! Make Doctor Stacy Larsen your Red Deer Chiropractor.