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It can be worrying when your child is unwell, and even more so when you don’t quite know how to help them get better. One thing that you may not have considered for your child is physiotherapy. When most people think of physio, they think of rehabilitation and working with patients to regain the ability…

Millions of people experience injuries and chronic pain each year. If you are one of them, you know just how debilitating that can be. Injuries and chronic pain can make it hard for people to participate in activities that they love. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? Here’s some good news:…

The journey to great health takes only a few steps. A 2020 study found that walking for 60 to 75 minutes a day can offset the health risks of sitting for long periods. Yet many people don’t experience the benefits of walking. One reason is that they do not know how to walk properly. What…

Are you struggling from persistent back pain and are looking for ways to relieve it? A nagging ache in your lower back area is frustrating to deal with any day. Yet, some people wake up with pain every morning. Some even turn to some over-the-counter medication to get a bit of relief from the pain….

Dealing With the Effects Every 10 minutes someone in Canada has a stroke. That’s over 60,000 strokes every year with roughly 14,000 leading to death. Unfortunately, surviving a stroke often means living with debilitating effects sometimes even a disability. However, if you’re a stroke survivor, there is still hope. Recovery after a stroke greatly depends…

What else is physiotherapy good for? Did you know that over 350 million people in the world have arthritis? In the United States and Canada, it accounts for the leading cause of disability. Arthritis ranks higher than other chronic issues such as heart disease and diabetes. In an age that deals with multiple chronic issues, these…

What Training & Qualifications Does a Physiotherapist Have? Have you got sports injuries that are continuing to ache? Do you frequently find you pull muscles? Maybe your knees are starting to trouble you. A physiotherapist can help with all aches and pains, and more! But wait, what exactly is a physiotherapist? How are they different…

Reasons to see a physiotherapist after a bad fall Falls send thousands of Canadians to emergency rooms every year. Slips and trips aren’t innocent, especially if you’re feeling pain afterwards.  If you’ve fallen recently, you may have seriously hurt yourself. The key to coming back from a fall is a strong fall recovery plan. With…

At-home therapies to help maintain your progress As of 2019, the physical therapy industry was worth about $33 billion. While there are many great physical therapists and chiropractors that can help you recover from some type of injury, progress in physical therapy typically comes from continuing your recovery outside of your appointments.  Do you want…

The Physical Benefits That Stretching Offers When you get in the mood to work out you may be tempted to jump immediately into it and get it done while you have the energy. Stretching is one of the most important aspects of exercise but the importance of stretching can be so easy to overlook. It’s…

Why your feet hurt, and what you can do about it What does it mean when the heels and bottoms of your feet hurt? Whether you spent the day running, lifting, on your feet, or seated at your desk, you may notice that your feet are strangely sore. There’s a pretty good chance that this…

Headaches: Setting the record straight We all know that headaches can be irritating, painful, and distracting. There’s plenty of misinformation out there about why headaches arise and how they can be treated – and that only adds to the headache! You may have heard that headaches come exclusively from caffeine – or that only women…

The surprising risks that come with volleyball Summer’s here, and that means it’s time to play volleyball. Whether you play indoors or at the beach, volleyball is a rewarding team sport that encourages cooperation and athleticism. While Volleyball might seem like a relatively low-risk sport, players can actually develop plenty of pain symptoms and injuries….

How golfers can protect their health on the course Golf may seem like a relatively low-risk sport for injuries. However, the combination of rapid movements, twisting your body, standing for prolonged periods, and heat, can all lead to pain. Anyone who plays golf could develop an injury – from casual weekend golfers to the trophy-yielding…

Everything you need to know about knee pain For active patients, knees can be a particularly sensitive area. Knee injuries are surprisingly common, with everything from torn ACLs to irritating knee sprains. You don’t realize how important your knees are until they’re in pain. Knees are important for physical activity, stretching, bending, and mobility. Most…

Every session counts – here’s how to thrive in physiotherapy A physiotherapist can help you recover from or cope with pain. Though physiotherapists are trained and dedicated to helping patients like you, a huge chunk of the progress often comes from the patient’s hard work. What does that mean, exactly? It means that you have…

Are your muscles sore? One of these common problems might be to blame When your muscles are sore or in pain, it might be hard to figure out why. After all, not all muscle pain is the same. Sometimes, it’s slightly irritating, while other times it is fully debilitating. Some pain affects one area, while…

What you need to know about concussion recovery Athletes, people with dangerous occupations, and seniors all have one thing in common: they are at high risk for concussions. Many patients experience concussions after bumping their head. Fortunately, most concussions are mild and are not life-threatening. However, it is still important to take the proper steps…

How can physiotherapy techniques help hospice patients? Palliative care is intended to offer support, relieve pain, reduce physical symptoms, and maximize quality of life and physical functioning for someone dealing with a serious or life-threatening condition. Contrary to popular belief patients receiving palliative care do not necessarily have fatal conditions. They may also be receiving…

The Various Symptoms and Treatment Options for Different Types of Scoliosis The spine is the body’s core structural support system. Every spine has a series of small curves that form one large curve. Scoliosis occurs when the spine curves abnormally. A spinal curve caused by scoliosis will often look like the letter ‘C’ or ‘S.’…

A curving spine can lead to many other health issues if ignored You might not even know you have scoliosis if it’s mild enough. But it’s something you should become aware of, since it can progress and further affect your health as you age, in various ways. The good news is, there are actions you…

Here Are Some Things You Might Experience With Physio Treatment Physiotherapy is an incredibly helpful tool. It can help reduce pain, increase your range of motion, help you heal from injuries, or alleviate chronic conditions. But although its intended purpose is to make you feel better, physiotherapy treatments and exercises can have some side effects….

Exploring how proper care and treatment can affect knee osteoarthritis If you suffer from knee damage or pain, everyday movements like walking, kneeling, jogging, or other day-to-day activities can cause distress, discomfort, and potentially further damage to the joint. So how do you deal with knee osteoarthritis? This article will explain what knee osteoarthritis is,…

Understanding the difference between these common injuries Have you been experiencing regular pain in your forearm, elbow and wrist area and can’t quite pinpoint why or what it is? The answer could be Tennis or Golfer’s elbow. Both Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow are forms of epicondylitis, an inflammation of tendons that attach to the…