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Prenatal Massage: Is Massage Safe for Pregnancy?

Prenatal Massage: Is Massage Safe for Pregnancy?

by Siam Gomes | Sep 24, 2020 | Blog, Massage Therapy, Wellness

Pregnancy and massage myths have been floating around for decades, probably centuries. It is likely that a woman has heard a myth or two about receiving massage during her pregnancy! Some of the most common prenatal massage myths and misconceptions you may have...

"Soft" skills are not a part of who we are, they d

"Soft" skills are not a part of who we are, they dictate everything about us.⠀
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Empathy, trust, compassion, connection, honesty.....these are the framework for any relationship. We take time to develop a human connection with others; to understand what’s important to them and what motivates them.⠀
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Part of why we love our jobs so much is the ability to connect with people every day. In these times, we are even more grateful for that integral part of our day. 🙏⠀
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"You are not alone"..... come hang out with us today and maybe we'll even share a laugh, cry, joke, or story together as we help support you in your health and wellness journey. 👐⠀
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#quotesofinstagram #quoteoftheday #mindbody #empathy #softskills #corevalues #virtues #compassion #connection #welisten

DEI workshop Part 2⠀ +⠀ This week our team met

DEI workshop Part 2⠀
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This week our team met again with our facilitator and amazing DEI consultant, Amil Reddy (@reddyornot) to layer the work we started.⠀
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We...⠀
🔹 experimented with what it feels to belong or to be excluded⠀
🔹 sat with our unconscious biases and the roots of systemic oppression⠀
🔹 reviewed our learnings and offerings⠀
🔹 made personal commitments⠀
🔹 explored new ways to practice inclusive, non-judgemental communication in a safe and supportive way⠀
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We are forever grateful for this work and the team that embraces the journey to be better for all! 🙏 ⠀
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#diversityandinclusion #diversityequityinclusion #diversitytraining #unlearnandrelearn #unconciousbias #privilege #safespace #dreamteam #crossculturalcommunication #belonging #inclusivity #committochange

Pelvic Floor issues can be hard to talk about but

Pelvic Floor issues can be hard to talk about but easier than you think to treat!
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Our Pelvic Floor Physio, Maryla, has over 13 years of experience working solely with pelvic health clients. All gender expressions/identities and ages (pediatrics to older adults) are seen in a respectful and confidential professional setting.
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Pelvic floor health is a holistic part of your health and wellness and thus why it is an integral part of our collaborative care model at Reformotiv. We take care of you...all of you! 💫
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#pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysio #pelvicfloorexercises #kegels #bodyawareness #prostatitis #sexualpain #collaborativecare #pelvicpain #bedwetting #prolapse #prenatal #postnatal #incontinence #vancouverphysio #pelvicfloorhealth #amovementlifestyle

ATTENTION ALL CYCLISTS! 🚴 There has been a lar

ATTENTION ALL CYCLISTS! 🚴 There has been a large uptake in cycling this year and with that in mind, this post is for all of you.⠀
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Have you wondered if your bike is set up properly for your body? How do you know if you are keeping a good posture on your bike? What exercises can you do to strengthen your back for cycling? How can you manage any back pain you get from cycling? 🤔⠀
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Check out this new blog post from Physio and Spin Instructor, Sean Lee. Link in bio 👆⠀
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#coreexercises #corestrength #cycling #lowbackpain #backpain #functionalstrength #pilates #clinicalpilates #physio #physiotherapyvancouver #vancouverphysio #blog #blogpost

Bird-Dog - more than just a core exercise! 💪🏽
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Do you have pain in seated positions such as a desk chair, cycling, long car rides? 4-point kneel exercises can be a great place to....
🔹work on the functional strength and endurance needed to sustain seated positions
🔹improve loading in the wrists/shoulders
🔹engage your posterior chain muscles against gravity
🔹improve strength along your spine
🔹integrate whole body activation
🔹and more!
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Cues: draw your hand and knee on the ground together as you extend the other limbs (balance the push-pull of the movement), think about reaching from your fingertips to the heel of your opposite leg as you extend. You can even try placing a yoga block on your back to bring awareness to your spinal alignment during the exercise.
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And for all you cyclists 🚴🏼out there, stay tuned for a new blog post on back pain from cycling dropping later this week.
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#coreexercises #corestrength #cycling #lowbackpain #functionalstrength #pilates #physio

How do you know if you are using your pelvic floor

How do you know if you are using your pelvic floor muscles correctly? 🤔⠀
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For visual learners, the pelvic floor muscles are often a challenge to understand simply because we cannot see them! You can see your biceps or quads flexing but you cannot see your levator ani contract and relax.⠀
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With the help of tactile/internal feedback and an external biofeedback device, our Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist can teach you how to engage your pelvic floor effectively for each task. Squat, jump, run, and walk with confidence and improved pelvic floor awareness. Book today! Link in bio. 👆⠀
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#pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysio #pelvicfloorexercises #kegels #bodyawareness #biofeedback #prolapse #prenatal #postnatal #incontinence #vancouverphysio #pelvicfloorhealth #amovementlifestyle

"Soft" skills are not a part of who we are, they d

"Soft" skills are not a part of who we are, they dictate everything about us.⠀
+⠀
Empathy, trust, compassion, connection, honesty.....these are the framework for any relationship. We take time to develop a human connection with others; to understand what’s important to them and what motivates them.⠀
+⠀
+⠀
Part of why we love our jobs so much is the ability to connect with people every day. In these times, we are even more grateful for that integral part of our day. 🙏⠀
+⠀
+⠀
"You are not alone"..... come hang out with us today and maybe we'll even share a laugh, cry, joke, or story together as we help support you in your health and wellness journey. 👐⠀
+⠀
+⠀
+⠀
#quotesofinstagram #quoteoftheday #mindbody #empathy #softskills #corevalues #virtues #compassion #connection #welisten

DEI workshop Part 2⠀ +⠀ This week our team met

DEI workshop Part 2⠀
+⠀
This week our team met again with our facilitator and amazing DEI consultant, Amil Reddy (@reddyornot) to layer the work we started.⠀
+⠀
We...⠀
🔹 experimented with what it feels to belong or to be excluded⠀
🔹 sat with our unconscious biases and the roots of systemic oppression⠀
🔹 reviewed our learnings and offerings⠀
🔹 made personal commitments⠀
🔹 explored new ways to practice inclusive, non-judgemental communication in a safe and supportive way⠀
+⠀
+⠀
We are forever grateful for this work and the team that embraces the journey to be better for all! 🙏 ⠀
+⠀
+⠀
+⠀
#diversityandinclusion #diversityequityinclusion #diversitytraining #unlearnandrelearn #unconciousbias #privilege #safespace #dreamteam #crossculturalcommunication #belonging #inclusivity #committochange

Pelvic Floor issues can be hard to talk about but

Pelvic Floor issues can be hard to talk about but easier than you think to treat!
+
Our Pelvic Floor Physio, Maryla, has over 13 years of experience working solely with pelvic health clients. All gender expressions/identities and ages (pediatrics to older adults) are seen in a respectful and confidential professional setting.
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+
Pelvic floor health is a holistic part of your health and wellness and thus why it is an integral part of our collaborative care model at Reformotiv. We take care of you...all of you! 💫
+
+
+
#pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysio #pelvicfloorexercises #kegels #bodyawareness #prostatitis #sexualpain #collaborativecare #pelvicpain #bedwetting #prolapse #prenatal #postnatal #incontinence #vancouverphysio #pelvicfloorhealth #amovementlifestyle

ATTENTION ALL CYCLISTS! 🚴 There has been a lar

ATTENTION ALL CYCLISTS! 🚴 There has been a large uptake in cycling this year and with that in mind, this post is for all of you.⠀
+⠀
Have you wondered if your bike is set up properly for your body? How do you know if you are keeping a good posture on your bike? What exercises can you do to strengthen your back for cycling? How can you manage any back pain you get from cycling? 🤔⠀
+⠀
+⠀
Check out this new blog post from Physio and Spin Instructor, Sean Lee. Link in bio 👆⠀
+⠀
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#coreexercises #corestrength #cycling #lowbackpain #backpain #functionalstrength #pilates #clinicalpilates #physio #physiotherapyvancouver #vancouverphysio #blog #blogpost

Bird-Dog - more than just a core exercise! 💪🏽
+
Do you have pain in seated positions such as a desk chair, cycling, long car rides? 4-point kneel exercises can be a great place to....
🔹work on the functional strength and endurance needed to sustain seated positions
🔹improve loading in the wrists/shoulders
🔹engage your posterior chain muscles against gravity
🔹improve strength along your spine
🔹integrate whole body activation
🔹and more!
+
+
Cues: draw your hand and knee on the ground together as you extend the other limbs (balance the push-pull of the movement), think about reaching from your fingertips to the heel of your opposite leg as you extend. You can even try placing a yoga block on your back to bring awareness to your spinal alignment during the exercise.
+
+
And for all you cyclists 🚴🏼out there, stay tuned for a new blog post on back pain from cycling dropping later this week.
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+
+
#coreexercises #corestrength #cycling #lowbackpain #functionalstrength #pilates #physio

How do you know if you are using your pelvic floor

How do you know if you are using your pelvic floor muscles correctly? 🤔⠀
+⠀
For visual learners, the pelvic floor muscles are often a challenge to understand simply because we cannot see them! You can see your biceps or quads flexing but you cannot see your levator ani contract and relax.⠀
+⠀
+⠀
With the help of tactile/internal feedback and an external biofeedback device, our Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist can teach you how to engage your pelvic floor effectively for each task. Squat, jump, run, and walk with confidence and improved pelvic floor awareness. Book today! Link in bio. 👆⠀
+⠀
+⠀
+⠀
#pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysio #pelvicfloorexercises #kegels #bodyawareness #biofeedback #prolapse #prenatal #postnatal #incontinence #vancouverphysio #pelvicfloorhealth #amovementlifestyle