brettherlehy_chiro

Why do I do this? At 16 I fractured my Tibia/Fibula, tore my ACL/MCL, and had been through multiple surgeries because of sports injuries. I was in and out of clinics during my extended rehab program. This is where I saw the value in what we do. ... My chiropractor was able to assist me in the process the whole way. Helping me manage edema, retrain muscle and ultimately get back to playing shape. This journey took several years but in the end I was still able to compete collegiately and a HUGE reason for that was my chiropractor. This truly inspired me to become what I am today and I look forward to helping people achieve their goals! What has your chiropractor helped you accomplish? #chiropractor #wellness #rehab #sportsinjury #performance #exercise #movement #fracture #exercise #torontosports #health

What can manual therapy do for you? Shoulder dysfunction is something that I see in the clinic quite frequently. @alexanderwkato is an example of a very active patient who works from home and also strength trains 4-5 times per week. He is a kin major and is well versed in lifting technique and healthy lifestyle habits.... Even well trained individuals need help sometimes balancing the muscles of the rotator cuff as well as the shoulder capsule itself. Alex was asked to simply raise his arm above his head. The before and after pictures are the result of specific manual therapy techniques designed to balance the shoulder and properly coordinate shoulder movements. Come see what soft tissue techniques can do for you! *patient consented to release of information* #chiropractor #toronto #gtachiro #manualtherapy #movement #exercise #shoulder #strengthtraining

Officially in the City! Happy to announce I will be joining the amazing team at B-Stretched in the great city of Toronto. Check us out!... The newly renovated Queen West location is coming soon Www.bstretched.com #chiropractic #toronto #bstretched #movement #rehab #stretching #gretzkytuck

Core & Pelvic Stability Bear Craws! Starting on all fours lift your knees off the ground and raise your pelvis until your back is almost parallel to the floor. Keep it slow and controlled while engaging your core to keep your spine stable.... This exercise is great for the end of a workout and is probably something different in your routine! Core stabilization as well as pelvic stability is absolutely key when training and is paramount to keeping back pain out of your life! #chiropractor #movement #bearcrawls #exercise #rehab #training #fitness #health #wellness

The human brain uses upwards of 20% of your body's energy in one day. This equates to approximately 400 calories a day in the average person! What does this mean for trying to lose weight?... The vast majority of food you eat is used to run body processes other than using muscles, such as your liver and kidneys. Muscles also only account for about 20% of energy expenditure of your resting metabolism. What this means is that controlling your calorie intake is vastly more important than emphasizing exercise when trying to shed some pounds! *I am not advocating not exercising. Exercise has numerous benefits and is linked to a wide variety of positive health effects from improving mental health to decreasing risk of cardiovascular disease. Very simply if you are running yourself into the ground exercising and still not seeing results maybe it's time to analyze what you're eating! Reference: Berg, J. M., Tymoczko, J. L., Stryer, L., & Gumport, R. I. (2006). Each Organ Has a Unique Metabolic Profile. In Biochemistry. Basingstoke: W.H. Freeman & Co. doi:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK22436/ Picture: Huffpost.com, "Nutrition vs Exercise...."

Shoulder pain and extremity pain is the third most common reason someone seeks chiropractic care per a 2017 BMC study. Through manually therapy, acupuncture, manipulation and exercise we want to get people moving again! #movement #chiropractor #wellness #exercise #shoulderpain #rehab

Golf is back! Arguably the most essential movement in a golf swing is the ability to rotate your hips! If you don’t have the flexibility to rotate your hips not only will your score suffer but excess force will be translated to your lower back. If you’re getting out on the links this summer try working these exercises into your routine and then enjoy the results! ... #movement #golf #exercise #summersports #chiropractic #manualtherapy #health #wellness

Officially back in action! Happy to announce that I will finally be back in the clinic. I will be in both clinics, in Mississauga and Brampton. Message me for booking details and learn about the steps we are taking to ensure we stop the spread of Covid-19!

Jaw pain? Clicking? Trouble opening and closing? Chiropractic techniques have been proven effective in relieving temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ) and restoring normal jaw function. Muscles of mastication can commonly become aggravated like any other joint. The release of these muscles and restoration of jaw range will often cause a complete reduction in symptoms and get you back to yourself! ... Stop dreading chewing and get some help!! #chiropractor #tmjdisorder #movement #pain #musclerelease

Chronic pain can be debilitating and have a serious impact on your quality of life. Chiropractors are equipped to manage chronic pain and may be an effective tool in improving your mental health.

ADDING AVAILABILITY If you’re in Mississauga/Oakville come and start feeling healthier! I will be joining the @finishfirst.hp on Mondays and Thursdays.... You can call or message me directly to schedule in and make your appointment! #chiropractor #performance #sportsinjuries #rehab #health

Resisted Fire Hydrants Strengthen your lateral chain! Due to our routines and day-to-day lives the majority of effort is in a straight line. Especially for all the runners out there! ... Training your hip abductors, like this simple exercise, is a great way to improve stability. This is a great one for anyone rehabbing a knee injury or someone who suffers from ITBand pain! #exercise #movement #chiropractic #rehab #training #bandwork #sportsmedicine

Quick article I wrote on the effectiveness of doing a Detox! Easy informative read check it out! #wellness #detox #nutrition #dieting #healthyliving https://cdn.fbsbx.com//84028702_133444/Detox-Article.docx

Whether it is through endorphin release, improved circulation or just the effect of forgetting about your problems, exercise is a great tool to combat mental health disorders. Mental health and physical health are very closely linked in so many ways, don't be afraid to talk about it! #BellLetsTalk #endthestigma

Concussions Classically defined as a traumatic brain injury which is often the result of head trauma during sport. Concussions are one of today’s main topics yet the most effective treatments are not often utilized. Rest ... The classic treatment for a brain injury is to sleep it off. This is the most common misconception. Studies have shown that rest should not last longer than 24-48 hours, until common side effects like dizziness and vomiting will subside. Prolonged rest after head trauma may actually cause DECREASED recovery time. Rehab & vestibular training Research is still ongoing however it is clear that a constructive rehab program involving vestibular training and low-intensity aerobic exercise is best. You want your brain to be active and retraining pathways, specifically balance and coordination. This does not mean a quick return to sport or heavy exercise!! Caution should still be used because of the increased risk of recurrent concussion. Can chiropractic help? Chiropractors are trained to manage conditions involving the nervous system, this includes concussions. Using vestibular training as well as manual therapy to the head and neck your chiropractor can help relieve your symptoms and return to activity. Reference: Schneider KJ, et al. Br J Sports Med 2017; 51:930-934 doi:10.1136/Bjsports-2016-097475 #chiropractic #concussions #rehab #sportsscience #movement #evidencebasedmedicine

Cool article on applying chiropractic in the athletic population.