Free Health and Wellness Workshops by Dr. David MacAskill

Dr. David MacAskill B.SC., D.C. speaks at Corporate and Community Events on Health and Wellness

Is your organization looking for new ways to promote health and wellness?

Consider inviting Dr. David MacAskill to speak at your next event.

The best way to treat many health problems is through preventative medicine. Dr. MacAskill has been a chiropractor in the Durham Region for over 26 years and a passionate advocate for educating and building a healthier community. Dr. MacAskill regularly speaks at clubs, organizations and companies on health and wellness topics. His speaking engagements are free of charge!

Dr. MacAskill offers a series of topics for his workshops. We want to work with you to find the right topic that will increase your organization’s wellness and get started on the right track!

Topics that may be of interest to your organization are:

• Half an Hour to Health
• Managing Stress
• Fit While You Sit
• Spinal Screening
• Orthotics

Included is a pamphlet detailing our topics. These 30 – 60 minute sessions are inspirational and educational and can lead to better work productivity.

Please contact us at your earliest convenience to discuss this opportunity.

Yours in Health and Wellness.

The MacAskill Chiropractic and Wellness Centre Team
905-430-6787

Article on Chronic Pain Running in the Family

Here is an interesting article that discusses on whether chronic pain can run in the family.

Check it out!

http://www.canadianchiropractor.ca/research/researchers-investigate-if-chronic-pain-runs-in-the-family-4474?custnum=21001230436&title=chiropractor&naics=&NAICS%3B=&cosz=&COSZ%3B=&dem=&DEMCODEA%3B=&DEMCODEB%3B=&DEMCODEC%3B=&DEMCODED%3B=&utm_source=enewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=160912I

The MacAskill Wellness Team

Backpack Safety Tips from Doctor Dave

Dr. Dave's 5 tips on choosing the best pack pack for school.

1. Correct size. The backpack should rest no higher than the child's shoulders  and should sit no lower than the hip bones.

2. Straps. Backpack straps should be adjustable and well padded. Ideally they should be curved or contoured to fit the shoulders properly. Children should remember to wear both shoulder straps at all times and not sling the backpack over one shoulder.

3. Load stabilization. Additional straps such as a chest strap or waist strap are also helpful as they will stabilize the road and reduce stress on the spine.

4. Padding. The backpack should have firm foam padding along the surface that rests against the spine. This will protect the spine against potential sharp objects.

5. Colour. Bright colours or reflective materials are very helpful to improve visibility of children for drivers when they are out during dim light conditions.

Stay tuned for future tips on how to pack and carry your backpack correctly.

Dr. Dave MacAskill is a chiropractor at the MacAskill Chiropractic and Wellness Centre located at 500 Dundas St. W. in Whitby Ontario Canada.  Visit his website at www.durhamchirowellness.com.

2016 Highway of Heroes Bike Ride

Dr. Dave MacAskill, of MacAskill Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, is taking part in the 2016 Highway of Heroes Bike Ride.

This is the first annual ride.  Dr. Dave will cycle over 200 KM’s in two days to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, while raising funds and awareness in support of our ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans, First Responders, and their families.

Please consider supporting him as he works to help our Wounded Warriors.

More information and donation information can be found by Clicking Here!

MacAskill Chiropractic and Wellness Centre

Happy Canada Day

Happy Canada Day!

MacAskill Chiropractic and Wellness Centre would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Happy Canada Day this Friday.

It is a special day for us as well as July 1st marks the 27th year for Dr. Dave as a Chiropractor!

Just a reminder that the Centre will be closed on Canada Day.

The Centre will be open its’ regular hours Saturday 8:30am to 12:30pm for its’ Saturday programs.

FYI... Starting Monday, July 4th, we will have Gift Cards available that can be used for any of our services. Makes the perfect gift!

Thanks for your time and have a great long weekend.

Staff and Management
MacAskill Chiropractic and Wellness Centre