January 3, 2012 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
One of the most common New Year’s Resolutions is (and always has been) the goal of getting fit, losing weight and keeping active! At The Healthy Family, we promote active lifestyles as one of the best ways to keep your body happy and healthy, so we are here to support you every step of the way in achieving your 2012 resolution!
Keep in mind that while your mind may be fully ready to engage this new lifestyle, be sure that your body is ready too! A body that is prone to inactivity is injured much more easily in an intense workout than someone who stays active the whole year through.
Keeping your spine and nervous system functioning properly with Chiropractic, and keeping muscles loose and free of fascial build-up with Massage Therapy are two important steps in preparing your body for the hard work ahead and will help you to avoid an injury that may hinder your progress. If weight loss is your resolution, consider a natural detoxification to remove toxins from your body. A Homeopathic detoxification process is all-natural, and will start you off on the right path.
Do not hesitate to e-mail me at admin2@thehealthyfamily.ca or contact any of our skilled practitioners should you have any questions or concerns about how we can help you to achieve your New Year’s goals! 905-864-1516
Dr. Puja Goyal, Doctor of Chiropractic
Nisha Thadani, Homeopathic Doctor & Licensed Acupuncturist
Jennifer Owens, Registered Massage Therapist
Shannon Cook, Registered Massage Therapist
December 9, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
We hear so many positive comments from our patients on a daily basis, however, no one ever writes these compliments down! We’ve started a “Review Us” program to help keep track of the improvements our patients are making and to be able to spread the word to other patients who may benefit from treatments at our office.
To thank you for your feedback on our office, services, and your progress, we’ll give you a $5 credit!! That credit will be applied on your account once your comments have been verified, and you can use your credit towards Chiropractic Adjustments or Rehabilitation Products around the office (like BioFreeze, CryoDerm, Lumbar Supports, Theraband, and more!).
Click Here to Write us a Review on Google!
Simply click ‘Write A Review’ and then e-mail a copy of your review with your name and phone number to admin2@thehealthyfamily.ca for verification.
Click Here to Review us on YellowPages.ca!
Simply click “Be The First to Review” or “Write a Review” and then e-mail a copy of your review with your name and phone number to admin2@thehealthyfamily.ca for verification.
Click Here to Review us on CanPages.com!
Simply click on the “Reviews” tab, and submit your review. Then send a copy of your review to admin2@thehealthyfamily.ca with your name and phone number for verification.
Feel free to contact our office for more information – call 905-864-1516 or e-mail admin2@thehealthyfamily.ca!
November 12, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
Our holiday sales start Monday, November 14th and last all the way until Friday, December 23rd! We have discounts on some great gift ideas and stocking stuffers!
CHIROFLOW WATERBASE PILLOWs are BUY 1 GET $10 OFF or BUY 2 GET $25 OFF!
BIOFREEZE PAIN RELIEVING GEL/ROLL-ONs & CRYODERM PAIN RELIEVING ROLL-ONs are $3 OFF!
As well, stop by the office to pick up some of our great stocking stuffer ideas!
~ Emergen-C Vitamin C Drink Packs are only $1 each and provide your daily dose of Vitamin C! ~
~ AntiFlamme Herbal Relief Cream helps soothe aches and pains, naturally! ~
~ Superwrap is a self adhesive injury wrap that is a great support for muscles – great for active individuals to keep in their gym bag! ~
~ Rapid Relief Hot/Cold Packs soothe aching muscles – with heat or cold! ~
Call 905-864-1516 for more information or e-mail admin2@thehealthyfamily.ca!
October 3, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
Our 3rd Annual Patient Appreciation Day is on October 14th, 2011. This Thanksgiving season, we’d like to express our deepest thanks to all of our wonderful patients who make it a joy to come to work every day. Please join us on October 14th, for our one-day specials and gifts, or enter our draw all month long for your chance to win one of our great prizes.
Join us for a raffle all month long, and you could win 1 of 4 great prizes:
- A 30 min. Massage with Shannon Cook, R.M.T.
- A 30 min. Massage with Jennifer Owens, R.M.T.
- A GoodLife Fitness Prize Package
- A $50.00 Gift Card to a local restaurant
PLUS! If you book an appointment on Patient Appreciation Day…
ALL Chiropractic Adjustments are $5.00 OFF!!
ALL Massage Patients booked with Jennifer Owens, R.M.T. will receive a FREE Aromatherapy upgrade!
ALL Massage Patients booked with Shannon Cook, R.M.T. will receive a FREE Epsom Salts Package!
ALL Patients booked with Dr. Nisha Thadani, H.D. D. Ac. will receive a FREE Arnica Montana!
Drop by the office on October 14th for some refreshments, and take advantage of our sale on the following rehabilitation products:
Foam Rollers, Fitness Balls, Cervical Traction Devices, ChiroFlow Pillows, AdjustAir Lumbar Supports and Back Vitalizer Lumbar Supports are…
BUY 1 GET $5.00 OFF
BUY 2 GET $15.00 OFF
BUY 3 GET $25.00 OFF
Call us for more information on Patient Appreciation Day, or to book your next appointment. 905-864-1516
September 23, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome Shannon Cook, R.M.T. to the Healthy Family team. She is a graduate of Canadian Therapeutic College in Burlington, Ontario where she received Honors in the Massage Therapy program. She is passionate about the field of Massage Therapy and all it has to offer and is proud to be able to help others achieve their wellness goals.
Shannon’s massage style provides deep relaxation as well as treatment-oriented work by incorporating a mixture of Swedish techniques in addition to Trigger Point therapy, Myofascial Release, Joint Mobilization and Manual Lymph Drainage. Shannon encourages her clients to be active in their healing process and whether it be preventative treatment or recovery, she is dedicated to supporting her clients in meeting their healthcare goals through designing a customized treatment plan to fit each individuals’ needs.
Shannon grew up here in Milton, and is very excited to be able to positively contribute to her community! Shannon is in the office:
Tuesdays 2:00pm – 8:00pm
Wednesdays 4:00pm – 8:00pm
Fridays 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Saturdays 9:00am – 2:00pm
Please call us to schedule an appointment for your massage with Shannon!
905-864-1516
September 7, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
Many patients of Chiropractic (and novices alike) are unaware of the amazing benefits Chiropractic can have for a pregnant woman during pregnancy, birth and beyond! I hope you’ll find the below information helpful – should you have any questions about Chiropractic during Pregnancy, feel free to e-mail me, Alicia, at admin2@thehealthyfamily.ca
Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy…
- Maintaining a healthier pregnancy – the healthier the body, the healthier the baby!
- Controlling Symptoms of Nausea – by restoring balance to the spine and eliminating extra stress on the nervous system, any symptoms of nausea originating from improper nerve function can be eliminated
- Reducing the Time of Labour and Delivery – by providing optimal pelvic positioning, the baby is able to develop normally, and remain in appropriate birth positioning which will hopefully enable an accurate delivery date estimation
- Relieving back, neck and joint pain – the drastic changes the body endures throughout the stages of pregnancy put a lot of stress on the muscles and ligaments which often cause the mother-to-be a lot of pain – by restoring proper alignment and keeping postural balance throughout the pregnancy, the body can adapt correctly
- Prevent a potential emergency caesarean delivery – by using the Webster technique, your Chiropractor can successfully turn a Breech baby by restoring balance to the pelvis, and ligaments
- Aiding in Postural Adaptations as Centre of Gravity Alters
The Webster Technique
The Webster Technique was originated by Larry Webster, D.C. of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). This specific method of analysis and adjustment allows your Chiropractor to treat pregnant women in an effort to establish balance to the pelvis and relieve undue stress on the supporting ligaments and uterus. By restoring balance to the pelvis during pregnancy it allows for optimal fetal positioning.
For over 20 years, the Webster Technique has helped women whose babies are presenting as breech in the late stages of pregnancy. Often, a baby is not able to turn head-down for the birthing process due to intrauterine constraint, which is the exertion of any type of force which limits a baby’s ability to move within the uterus. Often, if a baby cannot turn on its own, an emergency caesarean section must be performed to allow for a safe birth of the baby. To avoid this invasive type of birth, the Webster technique can help to turn a baby vertex and enable a vaginal birth.
The Webster technique involves an analysis of the position of the pelvis and the correction of biomechanics through a light-force Chiropractic adjustment of the sacrum. It also takes into account the abdominal muscles and seeks to relieve tension and spasm in this area. Both of these will allow for relaxation of the muscles in the hope of maximizing the position of the uterus and enabling the fetus to move into proper position.
It was shown in the July/August 2002 issue of the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, that there is an 82% success rate of babies turning when this technique is used by a Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Puja Goyal, D.C. has taken specific training in the Webster technique in order to treat pregnant women through all stages of their pregnancy!
August 26, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
Dr. Puja Goyal, D.C. would like to thank her patients for voting her as “Favourite Chiropractor” in Milton in the Canadian Champion’s Annual Milton’s Choice Awards!
Voting opens August 27th, 2011! You can follow the link below to the Canadian Champion’s website, and click on the Voting link in the top right hand corner of the screen. Participants can cast their vote on many different services in and around Milton including… Food & Drink, Entertainment, Professionals, Shopping, and Business!
Click here to vote for Dr. Goyal, D.C. as your favourite Chiropractor!! Voting Opens August 27th, 2011.
http://www.insidehalton.com/community/milton
August 3, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
Myths are defined as “an unproved or false belief that is used to justify a social institution”. The following are some myths that surround Chiropractic care, but are easily answered! Please reas through what we think to be the top Chiropractic myths, and feel free to ask us if you have any questions about Chiropractic Care.
Chiropractors are Not Real Doctors
In order to practice as a Chiropractor in Canada, one must graduate from a recognised Chiropractic school as a Doctor of Chiropractic. There are then national and provincial exams that must be successfully completed before one can apply for a license. In Ontario, the Chiropractor is one of only five health professionals who are legally entitled to use the term “doctor”. Chiropractors have a very similar education to medical doctors with the exception of pharmacology and surgery – they have extensive training in anatomy, physiology, pathology, neurology, radiology, differential diagnosis, chiropractic adjustment techniques, biomechanics and other health-related fields. Much like a medical doctor, Chiropractors must also undergo Chiropractic “externship” programs to further their hands-on knowledge.
Chiropractic Care is Too Expensive
Understanding the importance of quality of life is a crucial factor to understanding this myth. Those who are regular Chiropractic patients understand that this type of health care doesn’t cost – it pays! Studies have shown that 87% of long-term Chiropractic patients take less medication and experienced less chronic physical conditions. So while Chiropractic may require an initial investment, the long-term benefits are immeasurable. Chiropractors also understand that most of their patients are paying for their care from their own pocket, and they value the faith that you put in them. Your Chiropractor wants to provide you with the most complete and effective treatment to keep you healthy!
Chiropractic is Only Effective for Back Pain
While it is one of the most obvious symptoms that Chiropractic can help, back pain is not the only one! In recent years, many studies have been done which illustrate the importance of a healthy nervous system to aid with overall well-being. The following are only some of the other symptoms that your Chiropractor can help to treat:
- Joint pain (Wrist, Knee, Elbow, Shoulder)
- Headaches
- Jaw Pain, TMJ
- Vertigo, Nausea
- Poor Posture
- Immune System Functioning
Spinal Adjustments Hurt
Most Chiropractic patients experience relief directly following their spinal adjustment! Sometimes, brief and slight discomfort can be experienced post-adjustment as your body adapts itself to your new positioning – this discomfort is no different than the feeling you get after working out a new muscle group! This sensation will generally stop occurring after your first group of adjustments. However, it is important to point out that this myth may very well originate from the pain experienced by patients with acute injuries. If a patient is already in a state of intense pain, with the possibility of muscle spasm, it is likely that they will experience discomfort while receiving their Chiropractic adjustment. However, after the Chiropractor is done, they will likely see immediate improvement, and will see the positive impact over the course of the next 24 hours on their pain levels.
Chiropractic is Not Scientific
Over the past 100 years, Chiropractic has gained popularity and has been studied in many different capacities. Chiropractors are always learning and researching ways to improve their techniques and diagnostic methods. As well, the last 20 years have seen an impressive array of studies which illustrate the efficacy, safety and cost-effective nature of Chiropractic Care. The practice of Chiropractic has actually accumulated more scientific trials than the medical profession has completed for many of the treatments they utilize – only 15% of medical interventions are supported by scientific evidence.
All one has to do is look – the science is there!
June 29, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
Scoliosis is the curving of the spine away from the centre of the back. It affects 3% of the population and often goes undetected as it is frequently painless. Onset usually occurs around age 10 and despite having minimal effects in early childhood, scoliosis often results in digestive problems, leg, hip, knee, foot and back pain, shortness of breath and chronic fatigue through teenage years into adulthood.
If you suspect a scoliosis in your child, it is crucial to have them regularly seen by a chiropractor, as it can help slow the progress of scoliosis as well as minimizing symptoms of it. Dr. Goyal is offering Complimentary Scoliosis Screenings for the entire month of July to help raise awareness of this spine-related condition.
To book yours and your child’s complimentary appointment, call us at 905.864.1516! We would be pleased to answer any questions you may have about Scoliosis, Chiropractic or your screening appointment.
June 8, 2011 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
Everyone at The Healthy Family would like to wish their dad a Happy Father’s Day!
In honour of dad’s, for the whole month of June, all ChiroFlow Pillows will be $10.00 OFF!
If your loved one has a hard time falling asleep, or experiences disturbed sleeping patterns, wakes up with pain, or can’t sleep due to a sore neck – TRY THE CHIROFLOW WATER BASED PILLOW!
In a study at John Hopkins University, the ChiroFlow Water Based Pillow ranked higher than conventional pillows AND roll style pillows in…
- minimizing morning pain!
- minimizing pain intensity!
- increasing sleep duration!
- increasing sleep satisfaction!
The customizable water pillow can be adjusted to the user’s body shape and sleep style, and features a super-soft hypo-allergenic surrounding layer to increase comfort.
Don’t hesitate to call the office for more information – 905-864-1516
Also – don’t forget that The Healthy Family always has gift certificates for all of our services. Treat your dad or hubby to a massage this Father’s Day! Available in 30, 45, 60, 75 and 90 minute lengths!