Cornerstones Chiropractic & Complementary Therapies

🎒 Back to school, back to work, and back to our regular routines!

Whether you’re carrying a backpack to class, commuting to work, heading to the gym, or simply getting back into your everyday routine, how you wear and pack your backpack can make a difference in how your body feels.

Here are a few simple backpack tips:

🎒 Wear both straps — Using both shoulder straps helps distribute the weight evenly and keeps the backpack properly positioned.

⚖️ Distribute the weight — Place heavier items closer to your back and try to spread items out rather than having all the weight on one side.

📚 Lighten the load — A backpack shouldn’t be overloaded. Take out anything you don’t need to carry with you that day.

🧍 Maintain good posture — Adjust the straps so the backpack sits comfortably against your back, with the weight close to your body. Try to avoid hunching or leaning forward while carrying it.

A few small adjustments can help make your backpack more comfortable and your daily routine a little easier! 💙

Experiencing back, neck, or shoulder pain from carrying your backpack? We’re here to help! Give us a call or book your appointment online through the link in our bio. ☎️ 604-931-7797

📚✏️ Happy first week back to school! Wishing all the students, teachers, and parents a smooth start to the new school year. We hope everyone has a great first week back! 💙

You’ve got this! 🎒✨

Wishing our amazing RMT Chris a Happy Birthday! 🎉🎂🥳 Hope you have a wonderful year ahead!

🐾 Freddie is making the most of the long weekend with some patio time and good friends! ☀️🍹

Wishing everyone a fun and relaxing long weekend before the back-to-school craziness begins! 📚✨

Enjoy the last bit of summer! 🌿🐶

A little reminder: the clinic is closed this weekend and will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th. Our online booking is still available through the link in our bio! 📅

☀️ Labour Day Long Weekend Closure ☀️

Cornerstones will be closed Saturday, September 5th – Monday, September 7th for the Labour Day long weekend.

📞 All phone calls and emails will be returned when we’re back on Tuesday, September 8th.

📅 Online booking is still available throughout the weekend through the link in our bio!

Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and relaxing long weekend! 🌿✨

You don’t need a gym to stay active! 💪✨

Exercise doesn’t have to mean spending an hour on a treadmill or lifting weights. There are plenty of simple (and fun!) ways to add more movement into your day:

🚶‍♀️ Go for a walk with a friend
Catch up, get some fresh air, and get your body moving all at the same time. A brisk walk can be a great way to improve your cardiovascular health and get some extra steps in without it feeling like a workout.

🚲 Go for a scenic bike ride
Hop on your bike and explore a new trail, neighbourhood, or scenic route. Cycling is a great low-impact way to get your heart rate up while enjoying some time outdoors.

🪜 Take the stairs
It may seem small, but those extra flights add up! Choosing the stairs when you can is an easy way to build more movement and strengthen your legs throughout the day.

🛝Play with your kids
Get down on their level and join in! Run around the park, play tag, kick a ball, or chase bubbles. You’ll be moving, laughing, and spending quality time together.

💃 Have a dance party
Put on your favourite playlist, turn up the music, and dance like nobody’s watching! 🕺 Dancing is a fun way to get your heart pumping—and it hardly feels like exercise.

The best exercise is often the kind you actually enjoy. Find ways to move that fit into your life and make you feel good! ❤️

And remember, staying active doesn’t have to be complicated—just keep moving!

We are here to help you take your power back! 🍃

Freddie is soaking in the “Dog Days of Summer” 🌞😎 We hope everyone else is as well!

Wishing everyone a relaxing couple of weeks before the craziness of back to school! 🍃