At PHAM — Preventative Health Awareness Movement (P-H-A-M) — we are on a mission.

A mission to shift healthcare from reactive to proactive.
From passive to empowered.
From “pill for an ill” to preventative, layered, patient-driven strategy.

For too long, we’ve bought into a system that waits until something breaks before acting. We’ve been conditioned to visit a practitioner and ask them to “fix” us — instead of recognizing that we are the most important member of our healthcare team.

But Canadians are waking up.

Since the pandemic, I’ve seen a shift. People want ownership. They want options. They want evidence-informed tools. They want to improve their healthspan — not just lifespan.

The challenge?

They don’t know where to start.

That’s where PHAM comes in.

PHAM is about:

• Educating
• Empowering
• Putting people into action

Because empowerment without implementation changes nothing.

Over my 34-year clinical career, I’ve curated tools that are:

• Practical
• Implementable
• Science-informed
• Adaptable across life stages
• Easy to integrate into daily living

These are tools I personally use, recommend to patients, and believe belong in your preventative health toolbox.

1. SP1KE™ Cushions, Mats & Insoles

Balance, Proprioception & Fall Prevention

SP1KE™ is a Canadian-invented cushioning technology rooted in Ergomorphology and backed by over 50 patents.

It looks unusual but step on it and you’ll understand.

Hundreds of flexible nubs move 365 degrees to:

• Enhance balance
• Improve posture
• Stimulate proprioception
• Reduce vibration and load
• Improve circulation
• Relieve pressure on structures like the sciatic nerve

For aging adults, this becomes particularly powerful in fall prevention and fracture risk reduction. For working professionals, it supports spinal protection during prolonged standing.

Use it:

• At standing desks
• In kitchens and workspaces
• On therapy tables
• Under sheets for pressure redistribution
• As insoles for plantar fasciitis or foot fatigue

If you want to stock your toolbox with SP1KE, click here and use our WOW10 discount code at checkout.

2. Dolphin Neurostim

Nervous System Regulation & Vagus Nerve Activation

One of the most transformative tools in my PHAM toolbox is the Dolphin Neurostim.

It is a Health Canada–approved Class II medical device, often covered under extended health insurance plans, which makes it more accessible to everyday Canadians.

As a clinician highly trained in its use, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it can be. What excites me most? I can put it into the hands of individuals so they can regulate their nervous systems themselves.

The Dolphin uses direct micro-current (not TENS) that mimics the body’s electrical communication pathways.

It can:

• Calm the autonomic nervous system
• Down-regulate the autonomic nervous system and vagus nerve (a game changer)
• Reduce inflammation
• Lower cortisol stress hormones
• Improve sleep
• Support concussion recovery
• Treat scars and post-surgical adhesions
• Help headaches, menstrual pain, arthritis and more

Vagus nerve stimulation shifts the body from fight-or-flight into rest-and-digest.

When the vagus nerve is functioning optimally, we see improvements in:

• Emotional regulation
• Immune function
• Inflammatory balance
• Digestive efficiency
• Stress resilience

This is preventative nervous system care.

👉 Read more:
https://blog.wallisforwellness.com/the-dolphin-neurostim-a-game-changing-technology-to-put-in-your-preventative-health-toolbox/

If you are interested in purchasing a dolphin and would like an estimate to submit for possible reimbursement by your extended health insurance, I am happy to help. Please reach out to me at mailto:[email protected]

3. X39® Patch

Supporting Regeneration at the Cellular Level

If we want to improve health-span, we must think at the cellular level.

One of the most studied regenerative peptides in the body is GHK-Cu (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine bound to copper), a naturally occurring tri-copper peptide often described as a biological “caretaker.”

GHK-Cu declines with age.

Yet it plays a critical role in:

• Stem cell activation
• Tissue remodeling
• Wound healing
• Collagen production
• Anti-inflammatory signalling

How GHK-Cu Supports Cellular Health

Research suggests GHK-Cu:

• Activates epidermal stem cells
• Supports mesenchymal stem cell repair
• Enhances wound healing and tissue remodeling
• Helps stimulate hair follicle regeneration
• Reduces reactive oxygen species (ROS)
• Suppresses inflammatory mediators like NF-κB and TNF-α
• Increases collagen, elastin and glycosaminoglycans

It can even influence gene expression, shifting cells from an aged or diseased pattern toward a healthier profile.

The X39 patch is designed to stimulate the body’s own production of this peptide using phototherapy signalling.

It does not deliver drugs or hormones.
It supports communication pathways.

This is what PHAM believes in, supporting the body’s innate repair capacity.

Is it a magic bullet? No.
Is it a powerful adjunct when layered with sleep, strength training, nutrition, and stress regulation? Absolutely.

👉 Read the full blog:
https://blog.wallisforwellness.com/regenerate-from-within-how-the-x39-patch-supports-aging-with-vitality/

If you have any questions or would like to start "patching" reach out to mailto:[email protected]

4. Molecular Hydrogen

As the smallest molecule, it rapidly penetrates tissues and crosses the blood-brain barrier to act as a selective antioxidant, reducing harmful free radicals. It is utilized therapeutically via inhalation or hydrogen-rich water to treat various chronic diseases, including metabolic syndrome, neurodegenerative diseases, and rheumatoid arthritis.

LumiVitae's Light-Backed Wellness is a revolution in vitality where ancient intelligence meets modern bio-science.

• Hydrogen-powered bottle infuses your water with molecular light.
• LV.IQ tablets deliver cellular-level nourishment through a fusion of longevity molecules, deep-sea minerals, and frequency.

Together, they awaken your blueprint hydrating your body, supporting your nervous system, and turning stress into strength.

To understand more about the benefits of molecular hydrogen, check out the video below featuring Dr. Tyler LeBaron of the Molecular Hydrogen Institute and visit their website to learn more.

👉 To get access to the pre-launch price and be the first to have this incredible new LUMA bottle, [email protected]

5.PHYTA™ G8 PERFORMANCE SOCKS

This is a PHAM first, I have the absolute pleasure of introducing two innovative Canadian companies along with one incredible technology never seen before.

PHYTA, a premium unisex sports athleisure and lifestyle brand driven by the philosophy of empowering the mind, body, and soul.

SoulLabs, an innovative company that develops non-invasive technologies using biotech and frequencies to improve human performance. One of these technologies is called A.N.T.

Advanced Neurohaptic Technology, referred to as ANT, was created primarily for both adults and kids to improve mobility. The purpose of this technology is to improve neurological reactions between the body and the brain. Therefore, the imprinted duo-technology in each foot is immediately recognized by the neuroreceptors on our skin through this one-of-a-kind wearable technology.

This amazing new product is unlike anything else. The scientific studies are underway. This health tech device has been designed to help with:

· Enhance balance and stability

· Athletic performance in strength and power enhancement

· Stimulate proprioception

· Neuroplastic changes

· Perceptual-motor coordination improvements

· Substantial effects in stroke rehabilitation

· Motor learning enhancement

· Respiratory efficiency optimization

· Cognitive enhancement, sleep quality, mood modulation

· Accelerated healing and tissue recovery

· Specific midbrain activation via dermatome stimulation

For more information, and to be placed on the PHAM VIP access list, email us at [email protected]

6. DigiSplint

Protecting Joints & Preserving Function

Your hands are functional powerhouses, yet finger joints are often ignored until pain sets in.

DigiSplint provides dynamic support to:

• Improve alignment
• Reduce pain and inflammation
• Preserve mobility
• Slow progression of arthritic changes
• Support daily functional use

Unlike immobilizing splints, DigiSplint works with biomechanics — offering stability without shutting down movement.

👉 Learn more:
https://blog.wallisforwellness.com/finger-splints-to-improve-function-reduce-pain/
https://digisplint.ca/

If you have any questions or would like to book a custom fitting email [email protected]

7. Breath

A powerful, accessible & FREE Tool

Your Most Accessible Tool: Breath — The Life Force Within

If we’re truly stocking our Preventative Health Toolbox, we cannot overlook the one tool every single one of us already owns.

Your breath.

Not a supplement.

Not a device.

Not a scan.

Not something you have to order.

Your breath is your life force — and it is available to you 24/7.

In Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor, Nestor takes us on a fascinating journey through ancient practices and modern research to show that how we breathe directly impacts how we live. What struck me most is this: we’ve modernized everything in healthcare, yet many of us have forgotten the most fundamental regulatory tool built into our biology.

Breathing is not just automatic.

It is programmable.

And when we change the way we breathe, we change the way our nervous system responds to the world.

🧠 Breath & The Nervous System: From Reactive to Regulated

As many of you know, so much of what I teach — whether in clinic, through PHAM, or in the CEO of Your Health framework — comes back to nervous system regulation.

Slow, intentional breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system — the “rest, digest, and repair” branch. This is not wellness fluff. This is physiology.

Research shows that controlled breathing can:

• Decrease anxiety and perceived stress
• Lower cortisol levels
• Improve heart rate variability (a marker of resilience)
• Reduce blood pressure
• Improve emotional regulation

When we lengthen the exhale, breathe through the nose, and slow the respiratory rate, we send a signal of safety to the brain. And when the brain feels safe, the body can heal.

Breath changes the lens through which we see the world.

Calm physiology = clearer thinking = better decisions.

That is preventative health.

❤️ Breath & Blood Pressure

Slow breathing practices (around 5–6 breaths per minute) have been shown to help reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure by improving baroreflex sensitivity and autonomic balance.

Translation?

Your breath can support your cardiovascular system without a prescription.

That doesn’t mean breath replaces medical care — it means it becomes part of your integrative strategy.

This is exactly what stocking your toolbox looks like

🛡️ Breath & Immunity

Emerging research also suggests that intentional breathing may:

• Reduce inflammatory markers
• Improve oxygen utilization
• Support lymphatic movement
• Enhance vagal tone (which influences immune function)

When your nervous system is chronically in fight-or-flight, immunity suffers. When we regulate through breath, we create an internal environment more conducive to repair and resilience.

🧬 Breath & The Brain

Breathing patterns influence activity in the limbic system — the emotional center of the brain. Studies show that nasal breathing in particular is linked to improved cognitive performance, memory consolidation, and emotional processing.

This is why breathwork can shift not just how you feel — but how you perceive.

And perception drives behaviour.

Behaviour drives health outcomes.

A PHAM Perspective: The Power Is Already Within You

What I love about breathwork is that it aligns perfectly with the PHAM philosophy.

Preventative health is not about outsourcing your power.

It’s about recognizing it.

Your breath is:

• Free
• Immediate
• Accessible
• Evidence-informed
• Regulating
• Empowering

It is the one tool you never forget at home.

You don’t need an appointment.

You don’t need equipment.

You need awareness.

Practical Application: Start Here

If you want to begin integrating breath into your Preventative Health Toolbox, try this simple protocol:

The 4-6 Reset

• Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds
• Exhale slowly through your nose for 6 seconds
• Repeat for 3–5 minutes
• Focus on relaxing your jaw, tongue, and shoulders

Longer exhales = greater parasympathetic activation.

Practice it before:

• A difficult conversation
• Sleep
• A stressful meeting
• Getting in the car
• Checking your email
  

This is how we move from reactive to responsive.

Resources to Explore

I encourage you to watch the breathing videos and book by James Nestor to deepen your understanding of the science behind breath. His work bridges ancient wisdom and modern physiology in a way that is accessible and compelling.

This is not about hype.

It’s about remembering what we’ve forgotten.

The PHAM Philosophy

PHAM is about changing the legacy of healthcare.

It’s about recognizing:

You are not passive.
You are not broken.
You are not waiting.

You are the CEO.

And CEOs:

• Invest in long-term strategy
• Layer tools intelligently
• Build strong integrative teams
• Adapt across life stages
• Take responsibility

At 30 your toolbox looks one way.
At 50 it evolves.
At 70 it protects independence and resilience.

But ownership remains constant.

Stock your toolbox.
Build your team.
Take action.
Advocate for yourself.

That is the PHAM way.

Your partner in preventative health,

Margaret 💜