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Benefits of Trauma Informed Movement
Trauma-informed movement considers a person’s personal story and individual needs. It assumes each person may have experienced some form of trauma at some point in their life and requires a sensitive approach when…
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Different Types of Pain
Did you know that there are different types of pain? Pain is complex, and occurs due to many different factors. Let’s dive into 3 different types of pain! Nociceptive Pain Nociceptive pain is…
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How Working in Your Window of Tolerance Can Help Chronic Pain
What is the Window of Tolerance? The window of tolerance is the state of being regulated. When you are living life within your window of tolerance, you feel that you can take on…
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5 Tips for Sticking to a Movement Plan
Sticking to a movement plan can be challenging, especially when living with chronic pain. Below are tips to help you stay moving and stick to a plan! Set Realistic Goals: Setting short-term specific…
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3 MORE Daily Habits You Can do to Help Your Chronic Pain
Last month I shared 3 daily habits you can do to help your chronic pain. This month I share 3 more daily habits! These habits continue to focus on the nervous system. By…
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3 Daily Habits You Can Do to Help Your Chronic Pain
When living with chronic pain, it is important to have daily habits that help to calm the nervous system. This is because pain can often leave you with feelings of anxiety, fear, and…
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What are the Different Types of Pain?
When learning about pain, it can be helpful to note that there are different types of pain. Let’s learn about them below! Firstly, knowing the difference between acute and chronic pain can be…
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Why is Play Important?
When was the last time you played? The last time you jumped in a puddle, swung on a swing, or kicked a ball? The last time you were so immersed in an activity…
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What is the Difference Between Flexibility and Mobility?
A lot of people believe that flexibility and mobility are the same things, however, they are not! Let’s dive into the difference between the two. Flexibility is the ability of the soft tissues…
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5 Tips for Managing Chronic Pain At Work
Managing chronic pain while having a job can be difficult. Here are 5 tips to help you manage chronic pain while at work: Practice self-care: take time to stretch, deep breathe, use heat…