Building A Healthier Edmonton Podcast

In todays episode of the Building A Healthier Edmonton Podcast, Dr. Joseph Tanti speaks with Wanda Chevrette of ReDiscover Psychology Services here in Edmonton, Alberta.

In todays episode we briefly discuss Wanda’s history and how a career in the military lead her to psychology.

Wanda shares her experiences with seeing her fellow veterans deal with the experiences they’ve witnessed and gone through.

We discuss some effective strategies that Wanda often will use with her clients and that you can use today.

Wanda also discusses some of the new and interesting techniques psychologists can use to help people improve their mental health and well being.

> You are a professional of your own life

> Who should see a psychologist, and when should you see one.

> Psychologists are really there to help guide you through your healing journey

> One of the main keys to working through many of the challenging situations life throws at you is to practice mindfulness.

> Self care is a crucial part of improving not only your psychological health, but every aspect of your health.

Welcome to the Building A Healthier Edmonton Podcast, with your host, Dr. Joseph Tanti and his guest, Dr. Jerome Fryer.

In todays episode we briefly discuss Dr. Fryer’s history and how turned away from the dark side, and decided on a career in natural health care.

Dr. Fryer shares his experience as a researcher on spinal dynamics and his use of MRI.

We describe how disc height loss is a common source of back pain, and strategies on how to maintain disc height to reduce back pain.

Dr. Fryer describes the 2 main causes of back pain-Stenosis and Disc herniation- and how they differ, and what to do about it.

Near the end of our chat, Dr. Fryer shares a secret strategy he gives his patients to INCREASE disc height throughout the day, without expensive  tools, gadgets or pills.

> Back pain is closely linked to loss in disc height

> Education, and KNOWING what is causing your pain is the most important factor in treatment and management of back pain.

> An accurate and detailed assessment is one of the most important part of your treatment, so you know what is causing your pain,  and WHY.

> Minute changes in our bodies and spines, can make a drastic change on how we feel, and how well we function.

> As we get older, our discs dry out, and become more homogenous.

> Offloading the disc. may be an important strategy to help you alleviate your back pain.

> Whale spines are very big, and impossible to adjust…They are just too big, and too much tissue between their back, and their spines

> The majority of people who have Parkinson’s disease do NOT GET TREATMENT!

> Treatment options for those with Parkinson’s can be very effective at enhancing quality of life. In my opinion, there is no reason not to seek out treatment.

> Medication is part of the treatment protocols, but it’s only a part of it!

> Building a strong community and relationships with others who have been where you are now is vital.

> There is no reason a person with Parkinson’s can’t live a full and fulfilling life

> It affects every person differently, although there are common themes and symptoms.

In this episode of Building A Healthier Edmonton, Dr. Joe Tanti interviews Dr. Ken Alexander of Remedy Wellness Centre in Victoria BC.

We delve into Dr. Ken's history and how he knew he wanted to be a chiropractor. He also describes how he recovered from a catastrophic the summer before chiropractic school even started.

Dr. Ken describes how he is able to help those from infants up to people into their 90's. and how his process is not what you may typically experience in a chiropractic office. 

In this episode of Building A Healthier Edmonton, Dr. Joe Tanti interviews Sandra Carr, the administrative assistant at ActiveMD Derm Spa, in Edmonton, Alberta

While Sandra is not a medical doctor, she has been involved in the health field for a long long time.

We discuss how she came to be. in the dermatological side of health care, and how important taking care of our skin is for our overall health a nd well being. We discuss how. ActiveMD Derm Spa is different from your traditional 'medical care' and how they are able to help a variety of dermatological conditions with natural therapies, all with the guidance from a dermatologist. 

Sandra shares tips and tricks you can implement today to have healthier, more beautiful looking skin.

In this episode of Building A Healthier Edmonton, Dr. Joe Tanti interviews Paulina Klevgaard.

Paulina is a registered massage therapist at Martinson Health in Camrose Alberta. But she is not your 'typical' massage therapist. 

In this episode we get into how she got involved in the health care industry, and why she isn't your typical massage therapist.

She gives us information and ready to implement tips you can use to become stronger, healthier and how to stop getting those persistent 'knots' in your shoulders, and how to fix your back, shoulder and pain problems for good. 

In this episode of Building A Healthier Edmonton podcast, Dr. Joe Tanti interviews Melanie Morrill of Accessible Acupuncture.

Melanie is an acupuncture provider in Edmonton,  Alberta. She provides acupuncture to help those suffering with aches and pains and injuries to helping pregnant women , and women who are looking for help to improve their fertility.

Melanie discusses how acupuncture works, and how it can be such a useful tool to help with many ailments. 

We also discuss why Melanie has a large focus on inclusivity, and creating accessibility of health care services to Edmontonians. Too many times those in minority groups and  LGBTQ+ communities,   receive substandard care, and inadequate health care coverage. Melanie provides details on how she focuses on inclusion, and accessibility to help provide the best health care available for all.

in this episode of Building A Healthier Edmonton, Dr. Joe Tanti interviews Kirsten Kachuk.

Kirsten is a registered psychologist at Life Roots Counselling in Edmonton, Alberta. Her expertise is on helping relationships flourish. Whether its a relationship between spouses,  partners, co-workers, your children or parents. The one thing these relationships have in common is the space between two individuals. 

Kirsten talks through her process of helping build and strengthen relationships, as well as mend those that have been shaken. She uses easy to understand analogies, and gives us great insight on how to build more meaningful,  and lasting relationships.

In this episode of Building A Healthier Edmonton Podcast, Dr. Joe Tanti interviews Brian MacDonald, a dental hygienist. working out of The Tooth Doctor on 75th st and 101 Ave.

Brian shares his background, and how he went from a path in  architecture to the dental field. He shares great insides in how your dental health is impacting your overall health, and what you can do to improve your dental health. 

He also shared with me off air tips on brushing your little ones teeth. I now sing the sugar fairy song to my son daily, and it works like a charm.

On the Building A Healthier Edmonton Podcast, Dr. Joe Tanti interviews Franky Wood

Franky wood is the owner and head coach at Regnant Strength and Performance in Edmonton, Alberta. We discuss pushed Franky from leaving a high paying, secure job to going out on his own to building a strength and performance center. We talk about the type of training that Franky does, and how it is different than your 'typical' routine you see others do. 

Franky gives tips and tricks on how you can improve your health and wellness. He. gives examples of how some of his clients have gone from being broken and busted and are now thriving.  Enjoy the show.

In this episode of the Building A Healthier Edmonton Podcast, Dr. Joe Tanti interviews Colleen Wagner. Colleen is a exercise specialist who works with those suffering from chronic aches, pains and injuries get their health back, and get 'back on track'. She has experience working with clients of. all ages, but especially those who are a bit older, and may have a history of injury, or medical conditions that stop them from training the 'traditional way'.  

In this episode we discuss how you are still able to get stronger, more mobility, more fit, and  healthier, even if you are dealing with persistent medical conditions or chronic pain. 

-The. Building A Healthier Edmonton Podcast with Dr. Joe Tanti

On this episode, Dr. Joe Tanti sits down with Dr. Jennifer Webster of Capilano Chiropractic Clinic. We discuss Dr. Websters chiropractic history, why she loves what she does, how she helps people live better lives and gives you strategies you can implement right away to start on your path to health. 

We also talk about her animal chiropractic practice, as well as what the future holds for the clinic, and for the people she helps.