Siam Gomes, Author at Reformotiv Physio + Pilates | Physiotherapy Vancouver Clinic | Pilates Vancouver Clinic

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...

4️⃣ tips for chilling out (AKA: Activating you

4️⃣ tips for chilling out (AKA: Activating your Parasympathetic Nervous System!)⁣🌕🌖🌓🌑
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Our Automatic Nervous System has two modes: Sympathetic and Parasympathetic.⁣
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Our SNS, in a nutshell, prepares our bodies for a fight or flight response💥⚡️increasing our heart beat and pumping out adrenaline into the blood stream. Our SNS will be activated in stressful situations, where we are required to be active and alert.⁣👀💪🏼
⁣
The PNS promotes a restful state in our bodies, reducing the heart beat, increasing digestion and general helping us to feel calm and connected.⁣🙏🏼😌
⁣
When we are consistently stressed out, our SNS will be overactivated, and this can show up as increased muscle tension, difficulty sleeping, or even feeling generally anxious or irritable. ⁣😪🤦🏻
⁣
We've put together a few easy tips to help you get your nervous system back into balance! Swipe to check them out! ⁣➡️➡️➡️
⁣
#nervoussystemhealth #balancedlife #whatsyourmotiv #vancouverphysiotherapy #chinatown #stressrelease #chillout #backtobasics #headspace #dailymeditation #wellnessthatworks #livewellbewell #wellnesstips #relaxationtechniques #reducestressnaturally #anxietyrelief

We offer 25-minute virtual ergonomic assessments!

We offer 25-minute virtual ergonomic assessments! ⁣🧑‍💻
⁣
Our Physiotherapists will give you real-time feedback as we assess your desk set-up, posture, alignment, and give you recommendations for simple and cost-effective ways to improve your workspace. ⁣✅📱🖥
⁣
Visit our website to book your Virtual Ergonomic Assessment today! (link in bio)⁣👀
⁣
#ergonomic #posturecorrection #vancouverphsiotherapy #chinatownvancouver #workfromhome #wellness #physio #movementtherapy #reformmovementunleashpotential #movementismedicine #activerecovery #livewell #livewellbewell

The three best hip stretches for people with sore/

The three best hip stretches for people with sore/tight hips!⁣ 🏃‍♀️
⁣
Feeling tight from sitting at a desk all day? 💻 Take a quick five-minute break and give your hips the stretches they deserve!⁣ 🙏🏼
⁣
Swipe for a How-To⁣ ➡️➡️➡️
⁣
Check out our YouTube page to watch the full videos 👀 link in bio!⁣
⁣
#hipmobility #painfreeliving #vancouverphysiotherapy #movementtherapy #workoutatwork #choosePT #westcoastworkout #PTfam #healthcare #wellness #whatsyourmotiv #reformmovementunleashpotential #chinatownphysio

Winter blues got you feeling stuck in a rut?⁣ 🤷🏻‍♀️😣
⁣
I think we can all agree that this feeling is especially common considering the current times. Finding ways to mix up your daily routine can be challenging, but we are here to help!⁣✨✨✨
⁣
Switching up your movement regime can help you to get back to feeling fresh 💥 and reconnected to your fitness and rehab goals, whatever they may be.⁣ 🌈💪🏼
⁣
Remember, give yourself grace and compassion along the way - little changes add up to greater results long-term. ⁣✅
⁣
Swipe to learn how we are switching things up this spring!⁣
⁣
#dailyroutine #changeitup #motivation #movementismedicine #ReformMovementUnleashPotential #whatsyourmotiv #vancouverphysiotherapy #clinicalpilates #westcoastpilates #movementtherapy #feelingfresh #springtime #fitnessgoals #rehab #prehab

This quote is from the author of Atomic Habits. It

This quote is from the author of Atomic Habits. It is one of our favourite books here at Reformotiv!⁣ 🤓⠀
⁣⠀
Habits build small, incremental change that sustains us for life. They are the essence of growth and achievement. ⁣💪 ✅⠀
⁣⠀
Don't underestimate the power of a simple habit change.⁣⠀
⁣⠀
Thanks for the inspiration @jamesclear!⁣ 🌟🌟🌟⠀
⁣⠀
#atomichabits #motivationalquote #buildbetterhabits #reachyourgoals #itsalifestyle #amovementlifestyle #vancouverphysiotherapy #rehabgoals #physicaltherapy #getbetteresults #findyourmotivation #mindsetmatters #dailyinspiration

3️⃣ questions to ask yourself if your pain/fun

3️⃣ questions to ask yourself if your pain/function is not improving⁣⁣:
⁣⁣
🔹 1. Do I have clear functional goals?
⁣⁣
🔹 2. What other stressors are there in my life?⁣⁣
⁣⁣
🔹 3. Am I doing the work to get better?
⁣⁣
Be clear on your motivation and find ways to integrate new habits to help you reach your goals and be pain-free!⁣⁣ ✅👊🏼
⁣⁣
At Reformotiv, we are here to listen with empathy and compassion, work WITH you, refer on as needed, and help you reach your true potential.⁣⁣💎💎💎
⁣⁣
No egos, just quality care.⁣
⁣
#activerecovery #activerehab #getresults #chinatownphysio #ReformMovementUnleashPotential #wellness #motivation #selfcare #doingthework #whatsyourmotiv

4️⃣ tips for chilling out (AKA: Activating you

4️⃣ tips for chilling out (AKA: Activating your Parasympathetic Nervous System!)⁣🌕🌖🌓🌑
⁣
Our Automatic Nervous System has two modes: Sympathetic and Parasympathetic.⁣
⁣
Our SNS, in a nutshell, prepares our bodies for a fight or flight response💥⚡️increasing our heart beat and pumping out adrenaline into the blood stream. Our SNS will be activated in stressful situations, where we are required to be active and alert.⁣👀💪🏼
⁣
The PNS promotes a restful state in our bodies, reducing the heart beat, increasing digestion and general helping us to feel calm and connected.⁣🙏🏼😌
⁣
When we are consistently stressed out, our SNS will be overactivated, and this can show up as increased muscle tension, difficulty sleeping, or even feeling generally anxious or irritable. ⁣😪🤦🏻
⁣
We've put together a few easy tips to help you get your nervous system back into balance! Swipe to check them out! ⁣➡️➡️➡️
⁣
#nervoussystemhealth #balancedlife #whatsyourmotiv #vancouverphysiotherapy #chinatown #stressrelease #chillout #backtobasics #headspace #dailymeditation #wellnessthatworks #livewellbewell #wellnesstips #relaxationtechniques #reducestressnaturally #anxietyrelief

We offer 25-minute virtual ergonomic assessments!

We offer 25-minute virtual ergonomic assessments! ⁣🧑‍💻
⁣
Our Physiotherapists will give you real-time feedback as we assess your desk set-up, posture, alignment, and give you recommendations for simple and cost-effective ways to improve your workspace. ⁣✅📱🖥
⁣
Visit our website to book your Virtual Ergonomic Assessment today! (link in bio)⁣👀
⁣
#ergonomic #posturecorrection #vancouverphsiotherapy #chinatownvancouver #workfromhome #wellness #physio #movementtherapy #reformmovementunleashpotential #movementismedicine #activerecovery #livewell #livewellbewell

The three best hip stretches for people with sore/

The three best hip stretches for people with sore/tight hips!⁣ 🏃‍♀️
⁣
Feeling tight from sitting at a desk all day? 💻 Take a quick five-minute break and give your hips the stretches they deserve!⁣ 🙏🏼
⁣
Swipe for a How-To⁣ ➡️➡️➡️
⁣
Check out our YouTube page to watch the full videos 👀 link in bio!⁣
⁣
#hipmobility #painfreeliving #vancouverphysiotherapy #movementtherapy #workoutatwork #choosePT #westcoastworkout #PTfam #healthcare #wellness #whatsyourmotiv #reformmovementunleashpotential #chinatownphysio

Winter blues got you feeling stuck in a rut?⁣ 🤷🏻‍♀️😣
⁣
I think we can all agree that this feeling is especially common considering the current times. Finding ways to mix up your daily routine can be challenging, but we are here to help!⁣✨✨✨
⁣
Switching up your movement regime can help you to get back to feeling fresh 💥 and reconnected to your fitness and rehab goals, whatever they may be.⁣ 🌈💪🏼
⁣
Remember, give yourself grace and compassion along the way - little changes add up to greater results long-term. ⁣✅
⁣
Swipe to learn how we are switching things up this spring!⁣
⁣
#dailyroutine #changeitup #motivation #movementismedicine #ReformMovementUnleashPotential #whatsyourmotiv #vancouverphysiotherapy #clinicalpilates #westcoastpilates #movementtherapy #feelingfresh #springtime #fitnessgoals #rehab #prehab

This quote is from the author of Atomic Habits. It

This quote is from the author of Atomic Habits. It is one of our favourite books here at Reformotiv!⁣ 🤓⠀
⁣⠀
Habits build small, incremental change that sustains us for life. They are the essence of growth and achievement. ⁣💪 ✅⠀
⁣⠀
Don't underestimate the power of a simple habit change.⁣⠀
⁣⠀
Thanks for the inspiration @jamesclear!⁣ 🌟🌟🌟⠀
⁣⠀
#atomichabits #motivationalquote #buildbetterhabits #reachyourgoals #itsalifestyle #amovementlifestyle #vancouverphysiotherapy #rehabgoals #physicaltherapy #getbetteresults #findyourmotivation #mindsetmatters #dailyinspiration

3️⃣ questions to ask yourself if your pain/fun

3️⃣ questions to ask yourself if your pain/function is not improving⁣⁣:
⁣⁣
🔹 1. Do I have clear functional goals?
⁣⁣
🔹 2. What other stressors are there in my life?⁣⁣
⁣⁣
🔹 3. Am I doing the work to get better?
⁣⁣
Be clear on your motivation and find ways to integrate new habits to help you reach your goals and be pain-free!⁣⁣ ✅👊🏼
⁣⁣
At Reformotiv, we are here to listen with empathy and compassion, work WITH you, refer on as needed, and help you reach your true potential.⁣⁣💎💎💎
⁣⁣
No egos, just quality care.⁣
⁣
#activerecovery #activerehab #getresults #chinatownphysio #ReformMovementUnleashPotential #wellness #motivation #selfcare #doingthework #whatsyourmotiv