“Should I try foam rolling?” In the past couple of years, lots of people have asked themselves and their doctors this very question. Depending upon whether or not the practice was appropriate for them health-wise, many individuals received a positive answer. It’s not at all uncommon for a healthcare practitioner to recommend foam rolling to his or her patients. Physiotherapists, … Read More
Phyiotherapist Lorissa Klopak Encourages People to Pursue Physiotherapy
Starting anything new, whether it is a job, a school, or a physiotherapy program, is never easy. The unknown aspects of these ventures sometimes paralyze people with fear, preventing them from ever taking the first step toward their goals. This fear can be damaging, especially when it keeps individuals from pursuing a treatment like physiotherapy, which can help them heal … Read More
Interview with Karina Zinn, Elite Sports Injury Physiotherapist
There are two types of patients who walk through the doors of a physiotherapy clinic: one who is new to physiotherapy, and one who has been to a different clinic in the past. What both these types of individuals have in common is that they are nervous. One feels totally clueless and vulnerable, and the other may have had a … Read More
5 Things Everyone with Osteoarthritis Should Know
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition that the general public has a fairly high level of awareness of. Many people understand that OA is a painful health issue that stems from inflammation. However, it is only those who experience osteoarthritis for themselves who understand how life altering it can be. Sustaining a condition that causes pain can be physically and emotionally … Read More
Why Walking Is the Best Way to Stay Mobile and Youthful
It is the rare individual who is not interested in staying youthful. No one likes feeling as though he or she is getting older. And, there is nothing that tells us we are aging as bluntly as our bodies do. Waking up in the morning with a stiff neck and retiring at the end of the day with an aching … Read More
Physiotherapist Rachel Wu Shows Expertise and Genuine Care for Patients
Each month, a different physiotherapist is featured on the Elite Sports Injury Physiotherapy Clinic blog. All physiotherapists are part of the Elite team, and each brings something different to the table. We love giving our readers the opportunity to get to know these physiotherapists better and have a greater understanding of what PTs do and how they can benefit patients … Read More