Resource Links
The following are some quick and handy links to some of our favorite websites. Categories include: chiropractic, massage therapy, acupuncture, medical research and education, general health and wellness, and our preferred local links.
Chiropractic Links
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College – www.cmcc.ca
A world leader in chiropractic education and research
CCA - Canadian Chiropractic Association – www.ccachiro.org
Committed to enhancing the health of Canadians by supporting clinical excellence, chiropractic research and inter-disciplinary collaboration
OCA - Ontario Chiropractic Association – www.chiropractic.on.ca
The OCA is a voluntary professional association whose purpose is to serve its members and the public by advancing the understanding and use of chiropractic care.
CCO - College of Chiropractors of Ontario – www.cco.on.ca
The College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO) is the governing body established by the provincial government to regulate chiropractors in Ontario. Every chiropractor practicing in Ontario must be a registered member of the College.
Functional Anatomy Seminars - http://www.functionalanatomyseminars.com/
Advanced instruction in soft-tissue palpation & assessment & functional range conditioning for mobility & flexibility to manual therapy practitioners including Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Massage & Athletic Therapists
Research Review Service - http://www.researchreviewservice.com/
Online subscription service for chiropractors, physiotherapists, osteopaths, acupuncture practitioners, athletic & massage therapists, sports-medicine physicians & students - weekly reviews of evidence-based scientific information
Massage Therapy Links
CMTO – College of Massage Therapists of Ontario – www.cmto.ca
Dedicated to excellence in protecting the public, serving its members, and promoting the highest possible quality of the practice of massage therapy in a safe and ethical manner.
Janis Jenkinson, RMT – http://www.janismassagetherapy.com/
Our massage therapist has her own website with further useful massage therapy information.
Ontario Massage Therapists Assocation – www.omta.com
The OMTA provides information and programming that encourages professional growth and high standards for massage therapists and promotes the profession to the public, government, business and other professions.
Acupuncture Links
Medline Plus – Acupuncture - www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/acupuncture.html
Reliable acupuncture information
McMaster Medical Acupuncture –www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/anaesthesia/acupuncturecourses
A leader in providing acupuncture education to health professionals/
American Academy of Medical Acupuncture - http://www.medicalacupuncture.org/
Promoting the integration of concepts from traditional and modern forms of acupuncture with Western medical training and thereby synthesize a more comprehensive approach to health care
Centre for Health and Healing - www.healthandhealingny.org/research/accu_clinical.asp?anchor=acupunctureback
Evidence-based reviews on acupuncture
Medical Research and Educational Links
Pubmed – www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/PubMed
A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine that includes over 18 million citations from MEDLINE and other life science journals for biomedical articles. PubMed includes links to full text articles and other related resources.
National Centre for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine - www.nccam.nih.gov
The Federal Government's lead agency for scientific research on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
Canadian Academy of Sports Medicine - www.casm-acms.org
A not-for-profit organization of physicians committed to excellence in the practice of medicine as it applies to all aspects of physical activity
Merck Manual – www.merck.com
A trusted online medical resource
National Strength and Conditioning Association - www.nsca-lift.org/
A leading authority on strength and conditioning research
Active Release Techniques – www.activereleasetechniques.com
ART® is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves
CIHI - Canadian Institute for Health Information – http://www.cihi.ca/CIHI-ext-portal/internet/EN/Home/home/cihi000001
The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that provides essential data and analysis on Canada’s health system and the health of Canadians
Gray’s Anatomy - www.bartleby.com/107/
Your online resource to human anatomy
American Journal of Sports Medicine – www.ajs.sagepub.com
American Family Physician – http://www.aafp.org/journals/afp.html
Annals of Internal Medicine - www.annals.org
Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - http://www.jmptonline.org/
New England Journal of Medicine – http://www.nejm.org/
Spine – www.spinejournal.com
General Health and Wellness Links
Nancy Este – Our amazing nutritionist - http://www.nancyeste.com/
Mayo Clinic – www.mayoclinic.com
An online health medical resource
Health Canada - www.hc-sc.gc.ca
The federal department responsible for maintaining and improving your health.
Medline Plus – www.medlineplus.gov
Health information from the U.S National Library of Health
Health Finder - www.healthfinder.gov
A U.S. government guide to reliable health information
Science daily - http://www.sciencedaily.com/
Links to the latest research news
American College of Rheumatology: http://www.rheumatology.org/
Education, treatment, and research
National Osteoporosis Foundation: http://nof.org/
Osteoporosis education and resources
Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) - www.dietary-supplements.info.nih.gov
ODS’ purpose is to strengthen knowledge and understanding of dietary supplements by evaluating scientific information, stimulating and supporting research, disseminating research results, and educating the public to foster an enhanced quality of life and health
Gatorade Sports Science Institute - www.gssiweb.com
An online resource aimed at helping athletes optimize their health and performance through research and education
Local Links
City of Kawartha Lakes - www.city.kawarthalakes.on.ca
A starting point for learning more about this beautiful city
Explore Kawartha Lakes: http://www.explorekawarthalakes.com/en/index.asp
A wonderful guide to exploring what to do in our community
Lindsay Chamber of Commerce - www.lindsaychamber.com
Representing over 600 businesses in the City of Kawartha Lakes
Community Care - http://www.ccckl.ca/
Community Care provides high quality support services that promote the ability of seniors and special needs clients to remain as independent as possible in their own communities throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes.
Community Living - http://www.communitylivingkl.ca/#sthash.FOGQxwYx.dpbs
Provides a wide range of supports to people with intellectual challenges and their families
Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative - www.kawarthalakesdoctors.org
Attracting doctors to the City of Kawartha Lakes
Ross Memorial Hospital - www.rmh.org
Ross Memorial Hospital is a community based hospital providing a range of services that contribute to meeting the acute and continuing care needs of the residents of the City of Kawartha Lakes and beyond
Lindsay Central Exhibition - www.lindsayex.com
Exhibition headquarters
Hiking and Biking Trails in the City of Kawartha Lakes - http://www.explorekawarthalakes.com/en/experience/walkinghiking.asp?_mid_=5210
A great starting point to exploring our trails
Ontario Parks - www.ontarioparks.com
Visit our beautiful parks in the City of Kawartha Lakes and area
Academy Theatre – http://academytheatre.ca/
Attracting 50,000 people per year, the Academy Theatre balances well-known recording artists with a healthy representation of community theatre and dance.
Kawartha Arts Festival - http://www.kawarthaartsfestival.com/
Check out this Labour Day week-end festival featuring over 100 artists.
Boys and Girls Club of Kawartha Lakes: http://www.bgckl.com/
Mission: To provide a safe, supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life
Kawartha Cycling Club: http://kawarthacyclingclub.com/kccnews/
A friendly cycling community
Lakeview Arts Barn: http://lakeviewartsbarn.com/
A wonderful dinner / theatre experience