Author Archives: Howard Dieno

About Howard Dieno

I am very interested in dialectic inquiry, and in any and all avenues to enhance communication and co-operation amongst people and groups. I am in private practice as an osteopathic practitioner in Victoria, BC, Canada

Karen and I, and My Practice, are Moving, in late July 2021

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Howard Dieno

This our new home as of late July… My osteopathic practice re-opens in the new location on August 4, 2021 The clinic entrance is via level access, on the left side of the carport space. The new address will be: … Continue reading →

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Some thoughts about COVID 19 – The Great Reset – things to consider, and our appropriate responses

Posted on December 21, 2020 by Howard Dieno

It is becoming increasingly hard to know what information to believe, on all sides of the political spectrum, and in terms of what rigorous science would point us to. Please bear in mind that what follows below are my musings. … Continue reading →

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Important information for all of the women in my life

Posted on January 19, 2019 by Howard Dieno

I just came across this very useful blog, (see link, below) written by a woman here in Victoria, BC, about warning signs of a heart attack, and when to see a physician for further investigations. This information might save the … Continue reading →

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Boron Supplementation and Arthritis

Posted on July 18, 2018 by Howard Dieno

A few weeks ago I saw an article written by Ian Faulkner for the Elephant Journal on the work of Dr. Rex Newnham, and the essential role of the trace element Boron in preventing/treating arthritis, osteoporosis and even cancer. This … Continue reading →

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Article written for the James Bay Beacon

Posted on April 9, 2018 by Howard Dieno

I am a founder member of the Victoria Community Health Co-operative, and of the Wellness Clinic, offered on a Sunday, near the end of most months of the year. I donate my services at those Sunday clinics most times when … Continue reading →

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Solo show (with Friends) at Gorgeous Coffee – Thursday, Nov. 23/17

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Howard Dieno

This is the poster for the show I’m doing tomorrow night. Please note the line about parking in the lot just behind Gorgeous Coffee, OR, at Imperial Hallmark Cleaners, close by. Please do NOT park behind the El Greco Restaurant. … Continue reading →

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Access to my New Practice, at 1756 Gonzales Avenue

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Howard Dieno

My partner, Karen, and I are now moved into our new place, at 1756 Gonzales Avenue. I am recommencing practice from this address as of Monday, November 6th. The clinic entrance is around the back of the house, through the … Continue reading →

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Update: My Home & Practice are moving soon.

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Howard Dieno

My partner, Karen Ledger, and I have been looking for a new place to call home, and for me to run my practice from, for some time now, since our 2.5 year rental contract at our present home finishes on … Continue reading →

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How Understanding Polyvagal Theory Can Help

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Howard Dieno

This relatively new understanding of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) – called Polyvagal Theory – can allow most adults, but especially parents, teachers and health professionals to assist children, students, patients, and ourselves, toward greater wellness. Most people will be … Continue reading →

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My Worldview, and its impact on my osteopathic practice

Posted on December 12, 2015 by Howard Dieno

This writing is off the top of my head, in the short hour before needing to submit this as an article for the next edition of WellnessNews in Victoria, BC. I share that only because it also speaks to what … Continue reading →

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