Newsletter: May 2006

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Dr. Larry Goes The Distance For Chemical Dependency Centre

(click image for Iron Man site)

On Sunday, August 27, 2006, Dr. Larry will be competing in the Subaru Iron Man Canada Triathlon in Penticton to raise money for the Edgewood Foundation. The Edgewood Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit, registered charitable society whose mission is to provide funding for addiction research, education and scholarships for those suffering from chemical dependency.

Chemical dependency is defined as a state in which physical and/or psychological dependence on alcohol or a mood altering chemical exists. The effects of alcohol and drug addiction are devastating not only to the individual but also to his family and society as a whole. It is estimated that at least 10% of our population suffer from this disease but many never seek treatment due to the social stigma, denial of the condition and/or the cost of treatment.

Dr. Smith is a veteran of over 14 full marathons and 25 triathlons, but the Iron Man Triathlon is a first for him. The race consists of a 2.4 mile swim; followed by a 112 mile bike ride; followed by a 26 mile marathon.

In December, 2000, he raised more than $4000 for arthritis research by running as an Arthritis Society sponsored runner in the Hawaii Marathon. He hopes to better his fundraising efforts in 2006.

"The cost of treatment is out of reach for most people", said Dr. Larry. "The Edgewood Foundation offers financial aid to those who require treatment but cannot afford it." Please help support the Edgewood Foundation and their efforts in reducing the overwhelming impact of the disease of addiction on individuals, families and society.

REMINDERS:

1) Come in a pick up a copy of the Chiropractic Consumer's Report: a report that tells us what we need to know before and about choosing a Doctor of Chiropractic.

2) Come in a check out the two new books in our lending library. The sports medicine book that Dr. Larry was invited to contribute a chapter for Inside The Minds: The Art and Science of Sports Medicine and Squandering Billions, a newly published book about the politico/economical disaster known as Health Canada.

3) Do you or someone you know suffer from soft-tissue injury? Tendonitis, carpal-tunnel, bursitis, plantar fasciitis? Many, many of our patients have had amazing results with the Graston Technique^® designed especially for soft-tissue damage and used by many sports teams including the Olympics. Check out the information about GT on our website by clicking here. Call today for a consultation.

4) We are looking for your Chiropractic succcess stories. If you have had success with chiropractic, please come in and give us your testimonial for us to use in our office. We appreciate each and every testimonial!

5) The Fitness Prescription DVD:
The DVD that Dr. Larry has been working on for the past few months is available at the office. Come in and get your copy of "The Fitness Prescription" or email Dr. Larry requesting a copy.

Contact the office:
Dr. Larry Smith D.C., B.P.E.
Chiropractor

P.O. Box 307
255 Island Highway
Parksville, British Columbia
Canada V9P 2G5