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Dr. Yako Merogi
INJURY BLOG: HEADACHES
Whether you suffer from tension headaches caused by stress or poor posture, or severe migraines, headaches can be a major pain. They may...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Jul 16
- 2 min
Injury blog: Cervical spine facet joint lock
Have you ever woken up with a stiff neck? There may be more to it than just a dodgy pillow or mattress. You could have experienced a...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Jul 12
- 3 min
ANAESTHESIAVS. PARAESTHESIA
Have you heard of anaesthesia and paraesthesia? Can you guess what these medical terms refer to? Read on to find out more! Anaesthesia...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- May 28
- 2 min
INJURY BLOG: DISC BULGE
Bulging discs, disc prolapse, slipped disc, herniated disc…do any of these terms sound familiar? Your spine contains spongy, cushion-like...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- May 10
- 3 min
INJURY BLOG: SACROILIAC JOINT DYSFUNCTION
Are you experiencing pain in the lower back that radiates down your leg and gets worse when you run or exercise? You may have Sacroiliac...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Feb 12
- 3 min
The chiropractic adjustment
Are you experiencing frequent headaches, neck or back pain? You may need an adjustment! Adjustments have amazing benefits for not only...
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Ashish Malik
- Jan 13
- 2 min
9 tips to stay active during the winter months
When it gets cold outside, we tend to spend more time indoors doing sedentary activities and it can be difficult to stay active. It’s...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Jan 11
- 2 min
Scoliosis: What is it?
Did you know that scoliosis affects around 3% of Australia’s population? That is over 700,000 people! Early detection is key, so read on...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Dec 5, 2021
- 3 min
Understanding Hip Osteoarthritis
Throughout our lives, our joints experience a certain amount of stress and strain. We get injured, we heal, and the process repeats...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Dec 5, 2021
- 3 min
Lumbar disc prolapse
A lumbar disc prolapse (often referred to as a slipped disc… although the disk does not actually slip anywhere) is the most common cause...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Nov 17, 2021
- 2 min
What is Skier’s Thumb?
The terms Skier’s Thumb and Gamekeeper’s Thumb both refer to injury of a ligament at the base of the thumb. The ligament is called the...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Nov 12, 2021
- 2 min
The art of breathing
Breathing probably sounds like something you’ve got well and truly covered, but you’d be surprised how many people are doing it wrong!
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Sep 24, 2021
- 2 min
E-Learning: How to Avoid Tech Neck
Is your child connected to a phone, computer, or tablet during and after school in the GTA? Here’s how to help them avoid tech neck, one...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Sep 14, 2021
- 2 min
How to Power Your Child’s Brain with Movement
Years ago, researchers believed that the health benefits of exercise were limited to the body. However, recent research has indicated...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Sep 8, 2021
- 2 min
Why Chiropractic Care is Critical for Kids Who Play Sports
Youth sports are a fantastic way for your kids to gain social and physical skills, but they can also come with an increased likelihood of...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Sep 4, 2021
- 2 min
Be Smart with Your Smartphone and Look Up!
It's time to be smart when using your smartphone in Toronto and the GTA. Here are the facts about the impact screens can have on our...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Aug 29, 2021
- 2 min
The Benefits of Chiropractic
Many people know that chiropractors adjust the body's joints, but just how does it all work? If you’re in Toronto or the GTA area, keep...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Aug 29, 2021
- 2 min
Taking a Stand Against Opioids
About 30 years ago, the medical community shifted how they thought pain should be addressed. "Pain is a 5th vital sign" became a rallying...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Aug 21, 2021
- 2 min
Exposing the Truth Behind Opioids
While much of the information about how the opioid epidemic is shocking, it's important to understand how we got here. Here is the truth...
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Dr. Yako Merogi
- Aug 14, 2021
- 2 min
Finding Relief Without Opioids
There is no question that opioids are powerful pain killers.
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