by thegrovewellness | Jan 11, 2009 | Comox Valley Chiropractic, Health Tips, treatment options
Ever since I started using kinesiotape in my office, I seem to be using it more and more for knee conditions. There are so many different ways to apply the tape, but I find sometimes that the most simple applications make the most difference. Here are some quick and...
by thegrovewellness | Dec 7, 2008 | Comox Valley Chiropractic, Health Tips, treatment options
The plantar fascia of the foot is a thick band of connective tissue that supports the arch of the foot. It runs from the heel up towards the toes on the bottom of the foot. Excessive wear and tear on this structure can lead to inflammation and results in pain on the...
by thegrovewellness | Aug 24, 2008 | Comox Valley Chiropractic, Research, treatment options
Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) can be described as outside (lateral) knee pain that is made worse by any lower limb activities, most notably running and cycling. The incidence of this injury is on the rise in my practice, but research also shows that ITBS is the...
by thegrovewellness | Aug 15, 2008 | Comox Valley Chiropractic, Health Resources, treatment options
Many of you have been watching the Olympics. If you’ve been watching beach volleyball, you’ve no doubt spotted the peculiar black tape all over the shoulder of one of the American women. This taping method which was developed by a chiropractor, called...
