Highlands Wellness Blog
Our goal is to make you fearless in your movement. Build confidence, strength, mobility and resiliency with consistent hard work and intelligent problem solving.
We can show you how.
Do I Need a Referral to See a Chiropractor in Kanata?
Do you need a referral to see a chiropractor in Kanata? No. Here is what Ontario patients need to know about booking, OHIP, and insurance coverage.
Why Ottawa Cyclists Get Neck and Back Pain (And How to Ride Pain-Free)
Neck and back pain are common for Ottawa cyclists. Learn why it happens, what the research says, and how Highlands Wellness in Kanata can help you ride stronger.
Why Your Headaches Might Be Coming From Your Neck (And What You Can Do About It)
That nagging headache may actually start in your neck. Learn how massage therapy and chiropractic care at our Kanata clinic can help you feel better.
Golf and Low Back Pain: How Kanata Golfers Can Keep Swinging All Summer
Golf back pain slowing your season? Learn why golfers get sore backs and how our Kanata sports injury clinic helps you keep swinging pain free.
Pickleball Injuries in Ottawa: How to Recover and Play Your Best Game
Playing pickleball in Ottawa or Kanata? Learn how chiropractic care, massage therapy, and exercise rehab at Highlands Wellness gets you back on the court.
The Highlands Wellness method
This blog will serve as my annual reflection on how I have modified my practice to best suit my patients. Year after year, I learn more, see more patients, and try my best to apply this experience to improving the next year of care. Check it out, let me know if you have questions, and reach out if you think you might want to join in on “the madness”.
A movement routine for low back pain and stiffness.
Back pain is a common issue experienced by many in Kanata, and it doesn’t spare those who lead active lives and frequent the gym. Dr. Josh presents a straightforward mobility routine in this video that can help alleviate stiffness and discomfort in the back.
Start here for low back pain!
Low back pain is one of the leading cause of work absences, disability, and pain worldwide. As an Ottawa chiropractor, I have seen hundreds of cases of low back pain amongst people of all ages, activity-levels, and occupations. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for low back pain is crucial for those seeking relief and a return to an active lifestyle.
Caffeine for Health and Performance
I love a cup of coffee. When we had our first child, I was drinking upwards of 15 cups a day and I loved every single one. This blog will shed a light on the pros and cons of coffee and caffeine supplementation in the context of health and performance.
I’ve also included 3 tips on getting the maximum benefit from caffeine in our day-to-day.