Kinach Chiropractic's Blog

Staying active and pushing your limits is awesome! But hey, injuries? Not so much. Nobody wants to be sidelined, right? That’s why I’m here to share some key strategies for athlete injury prevention tips that really work. Whether you’re hitting the gym, running trails, or playing your favorite sport, these tips will help you stay in the game longer and stronger. Ready? Let’s dive in! Warm Up Like a Pro: Your First Step to Injury-Free Activity You might think warming up is ju

If you’re serious about staying active and moving well, you’ve probably heard about the importance of balance and mobility. But how do you really know where you stand? That’s where the mobility balance assessment comes in. One of the best tools out there is the Y balance test . It’s simple, effective, and gives you clear insights into your body’s strengths and weaknesses. Ready to dive in? Let’s explore how mastering this test can boost your mobility and keep you moving str

Shoulder pain can be a real pain in the neck - or rather, the shoulder! If you’re someone who loves staying active, whether it’s hitting the gym, running, or playing sports, shoulder discomfort can really slow you down. But guess what? You don’t have to stop your favourite activities to find relief. I’m here to share some effective exercises for shoulder pain relief that can help you get back to feeling great and moving freely. Let’s dive into some simple, practical workout

For many golfers, the course isn’t just a pastime—it’s a place to compete, relax, and recharge. But when stiffness, aches, or swing...

The Humble Beginnings Growing up in Canada, hockey wasn’t just a sport—it was a way of life. As the youngest in my family, I was...

The New Year is the perfect time to reset and prioritize your health, but sticking to resolutions can be challenging—only 9% of Americans...

Hockey is a fast-paced and thrilling sport that brings enjoyment to both the players and the fans watching. As the competition increases...

It’s June. Summer is getting into full swing, and the sun is shining more often than not. All the dad’s out there are getting their grass...

Since the 20th century, breakfast has been heralded as the most important meal of the day, a claim often argued by experts. Whether it's...

When you hear about ACL injuries, you often associate them with impact sports like hockey, soccer, or football. We all remember OBJ going...

Gear up for golf season with our guide to Golfer's Elbow: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment. Don't let elbow pain keep you off the green or job s

What is an athlete? This may be easy for some people to answer, but harder for others depending on how you look at it. Most people when...

Habits are defined actions triggered automatically by a contextual cue that is linked to performance (1). To make sense of this, here is...

The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and spending quality moments with family and friends. However, it can also be a...

Acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries are among the most common injuries experienced in contact sport athletes. As a Sports Chiropractor,...

Cardio exercise, sometimes called aerobic exercise, is any form of activity that elevates your heart rate to a certain zone for a long...

When you hear about ACL injuries, you often associate them with impact sports like hockey, soccer, or football. We all remember OBJ going...

The rotator cuff is a key part of our shoulder musculature. Not only do they allow for independent movement of the arm and shoulder...

Are you suffering from low back pain for years, tried everything under the sun to get better, and are still having pain? You could be...

Ever pulled your groin so badly it hurt to walk? Have hip tightness that makes it difficult to do the things you love? I have and having...