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Finding Your Sweet Spot: Why Athletes Need Both Movement AND Rest

Finding Your Sweet Spot: Why Athletes Need Both Movement AND Rest

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-25T17:00:32-05:00

For many active individuals, the phrase "no pain, no gain" has become something of a mantra. While dedication to your sport or fitness routine is admirable, the key to peak performance isn't just about pushing harder—it's about knowing when to push and when to pause. As an athlete or fitness enthusiast, you understand the importance of movement. Regular physical activity strengthens muscles, improves cardiovascular health, and enhances performance. Training sessions, practice games, and workouts are essential for skill development and maintaining a competitive edge. But here's what many don't realize: the magic doesn't happen during the workout—it happens during recovery. The [...]

Finding Your Sweet Spot: Why Athletes Need Both Movement AND RestDr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-25T17:00:32-05:00

Start Well, Finish Strong: Your Guide to Lifelong Wellness

Start Well, Finish Strong: Your Guide to Lifelong Wellness

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-10-30T11:20:33-04:00

When it comes to health, it's easy to fall into short-term thinking. Maybe you're seeking quick relief from that nagging back pain, or it seems like you’re always playing catch up, trying to manage your children’s symptoms. Perhaps you've even caught yourself thinking, "I'm too old to start now—it's too late for me." But your wellness journey isn't just about temporary fixes or age limits. It's a lifelong adventure that deserves your attention at every stage. Let's explore how you can nurture your health proactively, from your very first moments through your golden years, starting well and finishing strong no matter [...]

Start Well, Finish Strong: Your Guide to Lifelong WellnessDr. Joshua Gelber2024-10-30T11:20:33-04:00

Chiropractic and The Domino Effect of Health and Wellness

Chiropractic and The Domino Effect of Health and Wellness

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-22T16:12:57-05:00

Have you ever set up a line of dominos, only to watch them all fall with a single touch? Your spine works similarly. When one part is out of alignment, it can trigger a cascade of effects throughout your body. Let's explore this fascinating domino effect and how chiropractic care can help reverse it. The Spine: Your Body's Command Center Your spine is more than just a structural support. It's the protective housing for your spinal cord, the interstate of information between your brain and your body. When your spine is properly aligned, it allows for optimal nerve flow throughout every [...]

Chiropractic and The Domino Effect of Health and WellnessDr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-22T16:12:57-05:00

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Relieve Your Migraines by Restoring Nervous System Function

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Relieve Your Migraines by Restoring Nervous System Function

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-22T16:14:32-05:00

If you’re reading this, you’re probably struggling with migraines and looking for a solution that actually works. I’m Dr. Joshua Gelber from Annex Family Chiropractic in Toronto, and I’ve seen many patients find relief from migraines in an often overlooked way: by focusing on restoring your nervous system function. What Are Migraines and How Do They Affect Your Nervous System? Migraines are more than just bad headaches. You might also experience nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and even visual disturbances. While the exact cause of migraines isn't fully understood, they’re believed to be linked to abnormal brain activity that affects [...]

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Relieve Your Migraines by Restoring Nervous System FunctionDr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-22T16:14:32-05:00

What a Shorter Leg Tells Me About Your Spine

What a Shorter Leg Tells Me About Your Spine

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-22T16:15:05-05:00

You may have seen adjustments in our videos on social media and noticed that before, during and after the adjustment, I go to the end of the table and check even your leg lengths are. (If you’re already a patient, you’ve already experienced this!) Are you confused about why I do this? Read on and I’ll explain why this is so important and what it means for your health! A leg length check is one tool in my arsenal to identify neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction confidently and consistently even when you present without symptoms! When I bring your heels together and bend your [...]

What a Shorter Leg Tells Me About Your SpineDr. Joshua Gelber2024-11-22T16:15:05-05:00

Wellness Care Versus Short-Term Relief

Wellness Care Versus Short-Term Relief

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-05-08T13:10:12-04:00

When you’re in pain, unable to work well or enjoy your life, nothing else matters but getting well. During my thorough evaluation, I look for what issues in the spine could be problematic, creating dysfunction in the neuromusculoskeletal system. I enjoy offering hope and aid to patients with acute issues, marveling with you at what the body is capable of healing when the nervous system is clear. You may wonder why I offer a wellness approach to care rather than a quick, get-out-of-pain plan. I have great respect for how intricate and complex the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves are, working [...]

Wellness Care Versus Short-Term ReliefDr. Joshua Gelber2024-05-08T13:10:12-04:00

Solving the Mystery: A Runner with Low Back and Hip Pain

Solving the Mystery: A Runner with Low Back and Hip Pain

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-04-01T15:30:16-04:00

If you have chronic low back pain and hip pain, daily activities and athletic pursuits may become a struggle. If you’ve tried other therapies without success, it’s time to see a chiropractor! In my office in the Toronto's Annex neighbourhood, I prioritize comprehensive care for your spine, nervous system, and muscles, ensuring your body operates at its best. I even have a great example of this - I’ll let Olivia tell you in her own words! What Are the Psoas Muscles and Why Are They Important? The psoas muscles are a large pair of muscles on both sides of the spine. [...]

Solving the Mystery: A Runner with Low Back and Hip PainDr. Joshua Gelber2024-04-01T15:30:16-04:00

What a Pain in the Neck! Chiropractic in Toronto

What a Pain in the Neck! Chiropractic in Toronto

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-02-23T10:29:39-05:00

Neck pain is one of the reasons that many people start chiropractic care. However, you may not have realized all the benefits beyond relief. Or perhaps you’re in the other camp, nervous to have even a trained healthcare professional check your neck. This is a common concern that we’re happy to address as well. Let's explore how chiropractic adjustments benefit not just neck pain, but the intricate connection between the brain stem and spinal cord. Understanding the Crucial Connection At the core of chiropractic philosophy lies the acknowledgment of the brain stem's pivotal role in regulating essential bodily functions. Also called [...]

What a Pain in the Neck! Chiropractic in TorontoDr. Joshua Gelber2024-02-23T10:29:39-05:00

Nurturing Children’s Well-Being: The Role of Pediatric Chiropractic Care

Nurturing Children’s Well-Being: The Role of Pediatric Chiropractic Care

Dr. Joshua Gelber2024-01-04T10:58:36-05:00

Have you considered chiropractic care for your child? You may think, “My child seems fine. Why would they need it?” Pediatric chiropractic care can significantly benefit a child's health, development, and overall quality of life. While children may not experience the accumulated stress of adulthood, childhood is a crucial period for neurological development. And let's face it: children are prone to getting hurt as they climb, run, and hurl themselves from all available surfaces! Understanding Pediatric Chiropractic Adjustments Children’s bodies are usually more flexible than adults, and they often can be adjusted easily, experiencing minimal pressure without twisting, cracking, or popping. [...]

Nurturing Children’s Well-Being: The Role of Pediatric Chiropractic CareDr. Joshua Gelber2024-01-04T10:58:36-05:00

Pain-Free Living: Mastering Sciatica with Chiropractic Care

Pain-Free Living: Mastering Sciatica with Chiropractic Care

Dr. Joshua Gelber2023-11-30T22:13:45-05:00

Sharp, radiating pain shoots from your lower back all the way down your leg and you’re unable to find relief. Maybe you’re seven months pregnant with a toddler to run after. Maybe you’re a college basketball player and the bench has been your home for the last month. Or you’re a construction worker who can’t climb ladders because of sciatica. Sciatica pain can be debilitating no matter your age or station in life. The good news is that there are natural ways to find relief and healing. As a chiropractor, I provide expertise and adjustments that can help your body in [...]

Pain-Free Living: Mastering Sciatica with Chiropractic CareDr. Joshua Gelber2023-11-30T22:13:45-05:00

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