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Let me start by making a statement, some of you runners are not going to like hearing;  “Just because you run, this DOES NOT mean you necessarily have strong, stable and functional glutes and/or hips”.  In the past 2 months, we have had this conversation and in some cases, full on debates with so many of our distance running patients that… Continue Reading…

Active Health Institute has been nominated for the “Top Alternative Health Services in Ottawa for 2013.” We’d like to take this opporunity to thank all our patients who have nominated and voted for us.   We take great pride in providing the very best care for our patients and we are humbled by the continued support, trust… Continue Reading…

In the past few months, we have been receiving a lot of questions in regards to chiropractic, varying philosophies, clinic structures and ideals.  In an attempt to address some of these concerns, here are a few FAQ and what you can expect from our AHI chiropractors. Are all chiropractors the same? NO!  The definition of a… Continue Reading…

“Doc, I stretch all the time, I do yoga two days a week and even go for regular massages.  Why am I always so tight and sore?”  Every day I am faced with this question, so I decided it would be a good opportunity to let you all in on an ironic, yet true statement;… Continue Reading…

What’s your new year’s resolution?  Lose weight, quit smoking, stop drinking pop?  In 2007 a study published in the U.K showed that after a year, only 12% of the study participants (3000 participants) actually met their goal.  Here are a few suggestions to help you be a part of the 12% that have success in… Continue Reading…