Dr. Jared Barrieau- Evidence Based Chiropractor

Back injuries are the most prevalent occupational injury in the United States and Canada [1]. In the U.S., costs relating to work place back pain have increased >65% from 1996 through 2002, with spine surgeries representing a large proportion of these costs [1]. Spine surgeries are associated with little evidence for improved outcomes, but rates have increased in the last 20 years [1]. Kenney et al. performed a prospective population-based cohort study to identify early pred...ictors of lumbar spine surgery after a work place back injury [1]. Results showed there was a very strong association between surgery and first medial provider seen for the injury [1]. 42.7% of workers who first saw a surgeon had surgery. In contrast to only 1.5% of those who saw a chiropractor had surgery[1]. The study included complete data for the entire sample on surgery covered by worker’s compensation and a large prospective sample of workers who provided detailed information shortly after injury on several factors, as well as data from other sources [1] . . . . . 1. Keeney, Benjamin J, et al. Early Predictors of Lumbar Spine Surgery after Occupational Back Injury: Results from a Prospective Study of Workers in Washington State. Spine, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 15 May 2013, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4258106/.

? Here are some tips to help make washing dishes more comfortable. 1 Get as close to the sink as possible- don...'t stand in a forward stooped position 2 Wear an apron - If you are worried about getting your clothes wet 3 Stand on cushioned mat- this encourages you to shift your weight as you stand 4 Take breaks- If you have a lot of dishes break up the work into manageable work intervals See more

Though low back pain is common with aging it doesn’t have to impact your daily routine. A chiropractor can help you modify your activities of daily living to help you maintain your independence and quality of life.

Simply having a supportive person present can help ease labour! Adding touch can: increase relaxation decrease anxiety... stimulate the production of oxytocin increase perceived social and emotional connectivity : 1Sacral Counter Pressure The birthing person can be in any position that gives the support person access to the sacrum. The support person places their hand over the sacrum and directs pressure towards the coccyx (tailbone). This will help with pain and pressure in the low back and pelvis. 2 Rebozo Hip Jiggle The birthing person rests on hands and knees, or forearms and knees. The support person places the Rebozo (a sheet or towel will work) around the birthing person’s buttocks holding their hands close to the hips and rocks and jiggles the hips. This will help relax the birthing person and alleviate discomfort in the back and hips. 3 Seated Sacral Compression With the birthing person seated in a chair the support person pushes against their knees. This helps alleviate pressure in the pelvis and low back and is particularly helpful when the birthing person is experiencing back labour and needs more constant pressure. 4 Hip Squeeze The birthing person can stand and lean on a wall or rest on hands and knees. The support person uses their hands or forearms to squeeze the birthing person’s hips to help alleviate pressure and pain in the pelvis and hips. 5 Supported Squatting in Front of a Chair This allows the support person access to the birthing person’s neck, shoulders, head and jaw. This is helpful between contractions and will help keep the neck, shoulders and jaw relaxed. The team here at Trent Health in Motion is happy to help you feel your best, pre and post natal. If you have any questions, send us a DM! See more

For those that suffer from low back pain oftentimes getting out of bed is the most dreaded part of their day. . ... Gently brace the torso so that the spine doesn't twist Raise the arm and knee farthest from the edge of the bed up towards the ceiling Use the weight of the lifted arm and leg for momentum to rotate over on to your side Drop both legs off the side of the bed Press the elbow of the arm closest to the floor into the bed using the other hand for extra leverage Press your self up to a seated position See more