Injuries Struggling to Heal? Sleep Might Be the Missing Link
When it comes to healing from an injury, there’s one essential factor that often gets overlooked: sleep. Sleep isn’t just about feeling rested—it plays a vital role in your recovery process. During sleep, your body enters a powerful state of repair, regeneration, and restoration. If you’re not prioritizing good sleep while recovering, you’re likely slowing […]
Why Muscle Mass Matters (at Every Age)
Discover why maintaining muscle mass matters as you age. Learn how strength training supports bone health, boosts metabolism, prevents injury, and enhances quality of life—plus tips and research-backed guidance to help you stay strong and active at any age.
4 Ways to Prevent Low Back Pain
Amazingly, low back pain is the primary cause of disability worldwide. Also, low back pain is among the most common reason for visits to physicians’ offices, second only to respiratory issues, and it’s estimated that 80 percent of people will have a back problem at some point, according to the American Chiropractic Association. Low back […]
6 Early Heart Attack Warning Symptoms You Need to Know
According to the Government of Canada, heart disease caused 48,000 deaths in Canada alone in 2012. Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada. About 2.4 million Canadians over the age of 20 have ischemic heart disease. 6 Early Warning Symptoms of Heart Attack Heart attack can result from heart disease. Mayo […]
Prevent Cardiovascular Disease with Physiotherapy
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the leading causes of death in Canada, with 90 percent of Canadians having at least one risk factor for the disease (1). Cardiovascular disease includes conditions such as angina, stroke, and heart attack. CVD is caused when “plaque breaks away from the artery wall (and causes) a clot to form which […]
Preventing Falls: A 3-Step Guide for Seniors
20 to 30 percent of Canadian seniors fall each year, meaning falls are the number one cause of injury in older Canadians (1). Falls often lead to hospitalization and surgery. Injuries caused by falls are not only difficult for those who are personally affected; they also cause financial stress for the economy and are emotionally […]
Physiotherapist Explains How to Prevent Falls and Injuries at Work
Falls are a leading cause of injury and death, particularly in seniors. When it comes to Generation X, Baby Boomers, and even Millennials, injuries often happen at work as a result of too much sitting. Have you ever worried about either of these issues and wondered how to stay injury-free? In an exclusive interview, physiotherapist […]
How Physiotherapists Treat Whiplash
“How do you get whiplash?” Different people have very different answers to this question. Some people believe whiplash is something everyone who has been in a car accident develops. Some think whiplash isn’t treatable. Others think men are more susceptible to this condition than women. These are all myths. A few other myths about whiplash include… […]
The “Don’ts” of Stretching for Winter Sports
Like it or not, winter is here for several more weeks. One way that outdoorsy people make the best of this season is by participating in winter sports like skiing, hockey, ice skating, and snowboarding. These adrenaline-triggering sports can liven up January and February like no other activities. They can also cause injuries if a […]
Physiotherapy Helped a Canadian Woman Avoid Shoulder Surgery
There are few things more dreadful than having surgery. Not only is it nerve-wracking; it can also be difficult to recover from. Given the choice to have surgery or resolve a health issue via other means, most people would choose the latter. Can Physiotherapy Prevent Surgery? There is a plethora of “remedies” that promise to […]