5 Effective Pelvic Floor Exercises
The pelvic floor is a complex network of muscles, tissues, and ligaments. Anyone who’s experienced issues with their pelvic floor understands why it’s such an important group of muscles. A strong pelvic floor contributes to things like bladder control, sexual health, and core stability. Like any other muscle group, the pelvic floor requires regular exercise […]
Physiotherapy & Clinical Pilates for Running Injuries
Running, while a fantastic form of exercise and a popular hobby for many, comes with its fair share of risks. Common injuries such as runner’s knee, shin splints, and stress fractures can all take a toll on even the most seasoned of runners. However, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Physiotherapy […]
What is Vestibular Rehabilitation?
Vestibular rehabilitation, a specialized form of physiotherapy, has been instrumental in helping patients overcome balance and dizziness issues. This therapeutic approach focuses on the vestibular system, a part of the inner ear and brain that controls balance and eye movements. When this system is impaired, it can lead to various vestibular disorders causing symptoms like […]
Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates for Back Pain and Posture
In today’s fast-paced world, where we often find ourselves sitting for long hours at work or slouching over our smartphones, it’s no wonder that poor posture and back pain have become increasingly common issues. Fortunately, there are solutions that can help you improve your posture, alleviate back pain, and enhance your overall well-being: physiotherapy and […]
Understanding Chronic Pain and How Physiotherapy Can Help
Living with chronic pain can be an isolating and debilitating experience. The pain can interfere with your daily activities, impact your mood and cause sleep disturbances. According to a Canadian Pain Task Force Report, almost 8 million people (1 in every 5) in Canada suffer from chronic pain. Fortunately, there are treatments available that can […]
5 Reasons to Include RMT in Your Health and Wellness Routine
A holistic wellness routine is not complete without Registered Massage Therapy. Find out why and how exactly RMT benefits your mind and body.
What is Osteopathy?
The Origin of Osteopathy Osteopathy was founded by Andrew Taylor Still, who initially studied to become a physician in the 1850s and began practising traditional methods of medicine. After multiple family members suffered diseases that led to their deaths, Still began to reject much of what he had learned about medicine and begin to look […]
What Happens at a Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Appointment?
What is Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy? Pelvic floor physiotherapy is an area of physiotherapy which deals with issues related to the pelvic bones, muscles, and organs (bowel, bladder, and uterus). The health of this area of the body is important for urinary and bowel function, sexual health, peri-natal care, and overall core strength. Physiotherapists who practice […]
Are Vertigo and Dizziness the Same Thing?
Every one of us has experienced some sort of sensation in our lifetime that we would label as dizziness, light-headedness or a feeling of being off balance. But what really is dizziness? Is dizziness and vertigo the same thing? Why does it matter? How can we treat it? Did you know? Dizziness and balance problems […]
Use It or Lose It – Pelvic floor muscles (PFM) As a Part of Your Core
We have all heard this before – “Use it or lose it” – but not always had to think about it. Pelvic floor function is not on most people’s list of worries, we trust it to be there for us as a part of the core muscle group. When we go for a walk, swim, […]
