Just Back From Denmark
My husband and myself just returned from Denmark. We were attending a back seminar on Spinal Stenosis given by Dr. Carlo Ammendolia, a chiropractor/researcher at the Mount Sinai hospital in Toronto. My husband is a chiropractor and I am a family physician. We both have an interest in the treatment of low back pain.
We visited a regional hospital in Middelfart, Denmark, called the Spine Centre. Rheumatologist, spinal surgeons, family physicians, chiropractors, physiotherapists, and kinesiologists all work together in a collaborative setting to treat patients with spinal disorders. The hospital was in a beautiful setting and was a state-of-the-art facility. Medical care is completely covered for citizens of Denmark and we were so impressed by the integrative approach to back care.
In Denmark, there is an emphasis on preventative medicine and exercise plays a key role in the fitness of the population. The push for regular daily exercise starts with the children. Almost everyone rides bicycles in Denmark and bicycle lanes abound. Even the mail is delivered by bicycle.
Copenhagen is a gorgeous city of canals and beautiful architecture connected by cobblestone streets and bridges. Stunning modern buildings such as the Opera Centre and Black Diamond library provide an interesting contrast to the older preserved buildings. Many of the museums were free admission. The palaces were open for tours.
The Danish people are friendly, polite, helpful, and very kind to tourists. Most speak fluent English. Copenhagen was easy to get around and the city felt very safe. I would highly recommend Copenhagen, Denmark as a place to visit for a holiday.
We visited a regional hospital in Middelfart, Denmark, called the Spine Centre. Rheumatologist, spinal surgeons, family physicians, chiropractors, physiotherapists, and kinesiologists all work together in a collaborative setting to treat patients with spinal disorders. The hospital was in a beautiful setting and was a state-of-the-art facility. Medical care is completely covered for citizens of Denmark and we were so impressed by the integrative approach to back care.
In Denmark, there is an emphasis on preventative medicine and exercise plays a key role in the fitness of the population. The push for regular daily exercise starts with the children. Almost everyone rides bicycles in Denmark and bicycle lanes abound. Even the mail is delivered by bicycle.
Copenhagen is a gorgeous city of canals and beautiful architecture connected by cobblestone streets and bridges. Stunning modern buildings such as the Opera Centre and Black Diamond library provide an interesting contrast to the older preserved buildings. Many of the museums were free admission. The palaces were open for tours.
The Danish people are friendly, polite, helpful, and very kind to tourists. Most speak fluent English. Copenhagen was easy to get around and the city felt very safe. I would highly recommend Copenhagen, Denmark as a place to visit for a holiday.
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