MyCMCC Digest - Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College

Week of December 12, 2011
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Chiro Games 2011
This year’s Chiro Games took place in Cocoa Beach, Florida, for the third year in a row. It was not only a beautiful
weekend, but a fun and successful one too. CMCC was able to take a total of eight teams, resulting in 57 participants.
The athletes worked hard throughout the weekend, and it was evident at the awards ceremony. The hockey and tennis
teams placed first overall, sweeping every game/match that they played. The running team brought home a bronze
medal and Brittany Moran had an outstanding individual effort in the 5k, placing 2nd overall in the women’s division.
The soccer team placed 4th overall after a very tough and competitive semi-final match. Both volleyball teams and the
softball team put in a great effort but the competition and Florida winds were fierce. Congratulations to all athletes,
and a big thank you to CMCC and Students’ Council for their continued support to make this weekend possible.
Contributed by Krista Revenberg
From the President’s Desk
Marathon of Mo and the Mid Week Mix Up!
With another year almost behind us, it is important to take the time to reflect on the good
fortune that brings us together — a passion for health care and the desire to improve lives.
It is during this season that we often turn our thoughts to those less fortunate. At CMCC, we
do our best to share our good fortune with those in the community who may benefit from
a helping hand. As an institution, CMCC reaches into
the diverse communities we serve by offering support
through holiday gift programs at Anishnawbe Health
Toronto and South Riverdale Community Health Centre. Our support at this
time of the year makes it possible for families in need to enjoy the holidays
in the ways many of us take for granted. We respond to a need of patients at
Sherbourne Health Centre by supplying vitamins from the CMCC Supply Centre
and Bookstore, and in this way, are able to contribute again to the health of our
patients at the centre.
I applaud the goodwill of everyone who extends themselves for others,
particularly during the holidays. If we act together, we can accomplish so much.
To everyone at CMCC, I wish you a happy, healthy and safe holiday season and
a prosperous New Year.
CMCC bad weather closings
When snow and icy weather hit the GTA, traffic can be unbearable
and travel is often just not safe. To ensure the safety of students,
staff, faculty, and patients, CMCC has a Bad Weather Closing
Policy. Here are the highlights:
If the decision to close CMCC occurs outside of regular hours, it
will be done by 5:30 a.m.
Here’s how you can find out more:
1. Visit CMCC’s website at www.cmcc.ca for announcements.
2. Call CMCC’s main number (416 482 2340) for a voice recorded status message.
3. Listen to or watch these media sources:
Radio and TV stations :
680 News, CHFI FM98, Jack 92.5 FM, FAN 590 AM, Newstalk 1010 AM,
http://www.newstalk1010.com/stormclosures.aspx, CHUM 1050 AM, and CBC Metro Morning 99.1 FM
Cable Pulse 24
Stay put! Stay safe! Enjoy the wonders of winter!
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MyCMCC Digest - Week of December 12, 2011
Event participants and supporters. (Jeremy at centre)
Congratulations to Jeremy Law who ran the amazing
Treadmill Marathon of Mo (42.2 km) to celebrate
Movember and raise awareness for prostate cancer.
The challenge was hosted by the CMCC Movember team
leader Alex MacKenzie & Mo Sista-extraordinaire Britanny
Filipetti and Law of the Outdoor Activity Club (OAK) and
its representatives. Extra help was greatly appreciated
from Alex St. Pierre, Stephen Malone, Amy MacKinnon &
Chelsea Berry. The marathon -- completed under 4 hours
entirely on a treadmill-- took place against a back drop of
video games projected on walls, ping pong, dj & music
and the CMCC MoVP free throw challenge, coordinated
by Zara Ali. Many friends and supporters joined Jeremy
on a treadmill and exercise bikes beside him for company
and a little workout! Countless others were there to cheer
him on while he completed the grueling challenge.
Law is an experienced runner who has completed
triathlons (swimming, cycling, running), half ironmans
(long distance triathlon), marathons and even ultramarathons (more than 42.2 km and up to 100 miles), but
he had never run more than 45 minutes on a treadmill
before.
Interestingly, running a treadmill marathon has been on
his list of to-dos! The idea of connecting it to Movember
came to him only two weeks ago, but as he was already
training for an Ironman, he felt that it was something
he could do. He was inspired to raise awareness for
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Movember in particular, as his own family has been
touched with a prostate cancer scare and he sees the
value in making it a more socially acceptable topic.
Law was thrilled with the support and team spirit that
others offered to support the run.
“I could not
have completed
the
marathon
without
the
amazing energy
and
support
from countless
friends
and
smiling
faces
through the day.
Words
would
not be enough
to describe how
I felt when I saw
the finishing chute being formed with an impromptu
'Finish' sign and masking tape line, not to mention the
'Man of Movember' sash and 'winner' medal. One of my
proudest moments to date!”
Law was back at CMCC early the following day, apparently
well recovered from his run and wondering if he’s on the
hook for next year.
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The following article has been reprinted with the permission of the Chatham DAILY NEWS
Erdie hits the ice and the books
IPE volleyball tournament
By Mark Malone
If Trevor Erdie gets hurt playing
hockey, rest assured he'll get
the best care possible. The
former Maroons defenceman is
still on the ice every week with
his classmates at Canadian
Memorial Chiropractic College
in Toronto.
"Needless to say, if there are injuries, we can take care of
them," said the 23-year-old Chatham native.
The team of future doctors won gold medals recently at
the Chiro Games in Cocoa Beach, Fla. The CMCC squad
went 4-0 against teams from New York, Florida and Iowa.
"Leave it to the Canadians to come down and win an
American tournament," Erdie said. The Chiro Games
bring together chiropractic students to compete in 11
different sports.
"It was fun," Erdie said. "It was good to get out and
play in a tournament setting again. I hadn't played in a
tournament setting since I was 16, my draft year."
Erdie was chosen by the Sudbury Wolves in the 12th
round of the 2004 Ontario Hockey League draft. He played
the 2004-05 and '05-06 seasons with the Maroons before
sitting out one season.
He resumed his junior hockey career in 2007-08 while
attending Queen's University in Kingston. Erdie ended up
playing three seasons with the Gananoque Islanders of
the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League.
He graduated from Queen's with bachelor's degrees in
physical education and science. Now in his second year of
a four-year program at CMCC, Erdie plays on the school's
'A' team in the Adult Safe Hockey League.
The league is filled with players who bring OHL and
university experience. Some attend CMCC. Erdie enjoys
playing not only for the high-level hockey but also for the
friendship.
"You still keep the camaraderie in the dressing room," he
said. "That's the biggest thing." Erdie isn't sure where his
education will take him next, but he wants to have his own
practice someday. "You kind of go where the market is,
and I don't know what the market is yet," he said.
The 7th annual Interprofessional Beach Volleyball
tournament was held November 20, 2011. The event
was organized by the Interprofessional Education
(IPE) Council with the help of the Student Canadian
Chiropractic Association (SCCA). The tournament
brought professional health students from chiropractic,
medicine, dentistry, speech-language pathology and
naturopathy together, providing an opportunity to learn
more about each others' disciplines while engaging in
friendly competition. We had an amazing turnout this
year with more than 140 players forming 18 teams.
The day was filled with many exciting, spike-filled
matches against equally skillful teams. In the competitive
division finals, a team of Year II chiropractic students won
against another team of Year II chiropractic students, in
a close, exciting championship game. In the recreational
division finals, a team of dentistry students defeated a
team of chiropractic students in a tight match. Amidst
all the fun and excitement of the day, the tournament
raised $1300 for Osteoporosis Canada.
sports@chathamdailynews.ca
Faculty members honoured by the Ontario Chiropractic
Association
Congratulations to Drs. Triano and McGregor, each
recognized by the Ontario Chiropractic Association
during its annual award ceremony November 26.
Dr. Triano received the Chiropractor of the Year Award,
presented to honour outstanding contribution toward
the advancement of the profession.
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Dr. McGregor received the Professional Services Award
for Research in recognition of meritorious service
to the profession by advancing the understanding
of chiropractic through study, research or scientific
enquiry.
MyCMCC Digest - Week of December 12, 2011
Contributed by
Gaelan Connell
Vice President, Student Canadian Chiropractic
Association/Social Director, Interprofessional Education
Council, CMCC
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Lift light. Shovel right.
Improper snow shoveling is the leading cause of back pain during the winter months. This winter prevent injury,
with these simple steps:
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1. Warm-up. Before beginning any snow removal , warm up for five to ten minutes to get the joints moving and
increase blood circulation. To do this, march on the spot, climb the stairs, or go for a quick walk around the
block. Follow this with some gentle stretches for the back (knee to chest), arms and shoulders (body hug), and
legs (forward bends from a seated position). This will ensure that your body is ready for action.
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A CMCC fundraising event in support of research into musculoskeletal disorders
War Horse fundraising event
Working with Mirvish Productions, CMCC has arranged a unique fundraising event, featuring a live
performance of the Tony Award-winning play War Horse.
2. Don’t let the snow pile up. Removing small amounts of snow on a frequent basis is less strenuous in the long
run.
Proceeds from the event will support the McMorland Family Research Chair in Mechanobiology, which was
established at CMCC to study musculoskeletal pain, particularly related to the neck and back.
3. Pick the right shovel. Use a light weight, non-stick, push-style shovel.
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4. Push, don’t throw. Push the snow to one side and avoid throwing it. If you must throw it avoid twisting and
turning - position yourself to throw straight at the snow pile.
5. Bend your knees. Use your knees, leg and arm muscles to do the pushing and lifting while keeping your back
straight.
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6. Watch the ice. Coarse sand, ice salt, ice melter or even kitty litter can help to give sidewalks and driveways
more traction, reducing the chance of a slip or fall.
7. Wear proper footwear. Shoes and boots with solid treads on the soles can help to minimize the risk of slips
and falls.
8. Take a break. If you feel tired or short of breath, stop and take a rest. Make it a habit to rest for a moment
or two for every 10 or 15 minutes of shovelling. This is especially important if the snow is wet and heavy.
Stop shovelling immediately if you feel chest or back pain. Seek medical advice or see a chiropractor if you
experience back pain.
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MyCMCC Digest - Week of December 12, 2011
CMCC General Sponsor: Allan M. Freedman, LLB Barrister & Solicitor,
North York Rehabilitation Centre Corp.
Ortho Neuro Technologies
CMCC Event Supporter: Herrold and Vernon Disability Management Inc.
Korry’s Clothiers for Gentlemen, Aramark
CMCC Media Sponsor: Canadian Chiropractor Magazine
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Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
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The cafeteria will close for the Christmas holidays Friday,
December 23 at 2:30 p.m. and reopen for regular service
operations Tuesday morning January 3, 2012.
CMCC Library Holiday Hours
Sunday, December 18 Monday, December 19 - Friday, December 23 Saturday, December 24 - Tuesday, December 27 Wednesday, December 28 - Thursday, December 29
Friday, December 30 - Monday, January 2
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Closed
7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Closed
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed
Regular hours resume
CMCC Campus Clinic Holiday Hours
Saturday, December 24 - Monday, December 26
Closed
Tuesday, December 27 - Friday, December 30
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 1 - Monday, January 2
Closed
Tuesday, January 3Regular hours
Calendar of events
Friday, December 9
CMCC Holiday Party
Wednesday, December 14
Academic Affairs Committee Meeting
Friday, December 16
Final Day of Classes 2011 Year I - III
Thursday, December 22
Institutional Affairs Committee Meeting
Monday to Friday December 26 - 30
CMCC administrative offices closed for
Christmas, Boxing Day and CMCC holidays
Sunday, January 1
New Year’s Day
Monday, January 2 CMCC Closed for New Year’s Day
Tuesday, January 3
Classes resume/ CMCC re-opens
Wednesday, January 4
President’s Welcome Back Tea
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