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The medulla oblongata, or “brain stem”, is a small but vital part of the brainstem that helps control essential involuntary functions, including breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, swallowing, coughing, and sneezing.
Many of these functions continue automatically—even when you’re not consciously thinking about them.

The medulla also controls the muscles that hold the spine and pelvis in position. If C1, or the atlas vertebra, misaligns, the muscles pull the spine and pelvis out of proper alignment, which may result in back pain or sciatica.

🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡

Today we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, their families, and Indigenous communities across Canada.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time to reflect on the lasting impacts of residential schools, listen to Indigenous voices, and continue learning about the history and experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

Reconciliation is an ongoing commitment that begins with education, understanding, and meaningful action.

Today, we wear orange in remembrance and stand in support of healing, respect, and reconciliation.

🧡 Every Child Matter

🧠 Concussions & NUCCA: What’s the Connection?

A concussion can affect more than just the brain. After an injury, changes in movement, posture, muscle tension, and balance can sometimes persist even after the initial symptoms improve.

Where might NUCCA fit in?

NUCCA is a gentle, upper cervical approach that focuses on the relationship between the head and neck and overall structural balance.

For some patients recovering from a concussion, addressing the cervical spine may be one component of a broader, individualized approach to care.
✔️ Gentle, precise approach
✔️ Focuses on upper cervical alignment
✔️ Individualized assessment
✔️ Can be part of a multidisciplinary recovery plan

Important: Concussions require appropriate medical assessment and management. Chiropractic care should complement—not replace—medical concussion care when needed.

If you're experiencing ongoing symptoms after a concussion, talk with an appropriate healthcare professional about an individualized plan.

Living with arthritis? Movement matters.

Arthritis can affect your joints, mobility, strength, and everyday activities. While you may be tempted to avoid movement when a joint is sore, staying appropriately active can help you maintain mobility and support overall function.

Some helpful strategies may include:
✔️ Regular, low-impact movement
✔️ Strengthening the muscles around affected joints
✔️ Maintaining a healthy range of motion
✔️ Taking breaks from prolonged sitting or inactivity
✔️ Working with a healthcare professional to develop an individualized plan

At Full Circle, our multidisciplinary team can help you find strategies that fit your needs and goals.

Your joints are meant to move—let’s keep them moving.

NUCCA care is all about precision.
That precision starts with the right imaging.

When needed, updated X-rays allow us to:
✔️ Reassess your alignment
✔️ Ensure accuracy
✔️ Continue delivering the best possible results

Because guessing isn’t part of what we do.

📢 I help women get rid of their headaches!

I used to suffer from headaches every single day—so often that I was becoming tolerant to Advil and Tylenol just to get through them.

Traditional chiropractic care helped significantly, reducing my headaches from daily to about three times a week. But when I started NUCCA, everything changed. My headaches went away completely.

Now, I only experience a headache when my neck is out of alignment or when I’m dehydrated. I’m so thankful I found specific chiropractic care and NUCCA—it has made such a huge difference in my quality of life!

This is why I started practicing NUCCA instead of just traditional chiropractic. I want others to experience the amazing benefits of specific upper cervical chiropractic as well!

🏒 Getting back into sports? 🏃‍♀️
Whether you're returning to the game after a break or just picking up something new this season, a little prep goes a long way.

Here's what to keep in mind:
✅ Dynamic warm-up — get your body moving before you push it
✅ Strength training — build the support your joints need
✅ Mobility — keep your range of motion healthy and pain-free
✅ Recovery — rest is part of the training, not the opposite of it
✅ Don't ignore small aches — catching them early can save you weeks on the sidelines

Our team is here to help you move well and stay in the game. Schedule an appointment with us if something's nagging at you!

🎉 Happy Birthday to our amazing Ang! 🎂

If you've ever called, walked in, or needed help booking — chances are Ang's friendly voice or smile was the first thing that made you feel at home here. Her warmth and organization keep our whole clinic running smoothly!

Join us in wishing her a fantastic birthday! 🥳💐