How to Prevent Heat Exhaustion
Between the sunny weather (mostly), and the need to socially distance during activity, people are ready to get outside and get more active. With that, comes the risk of heat exhaustion. What is heat exhaustion? It is a condition that results when the body overheats....
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, yoga, Pilates...
What is Fascia?
Fascia (noun) [ fash-ee-uh ] Anatomy, Zoology. a band or sheath of connective tissue investing, supporting, or binding together internal organs or parts of the body. Now, let’s talk fascia. Healthy fascia is the ground substance that creates intricate webbing and...
Concussion and Post-Concussion Syndrome: What exactly is it? How can Physiotherapy help?
Acute Concussion “A concussion is a traumatic brain injury induced by biomechanical forces” - Concussion in Sport Group - Berlin Consensus Statement 2016. What does that mean? A concussion is an acceleration/deceleration injury, in other words, a...
Can Physiotherapy help TMJ Dysfunction (TMD)?
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint that connects the jawbone to your skull. You have one joint on either side of your face, and it is incredibly important for functions such as eating, talking, smiling, and intimacy. Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD)...
What is Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) Physiotherapy Treatment?
The Origin of Intramuscular Stimulation Intramuscular Stimulation is often synonymous with Gunn IMS, after Dr. Chan Gunn who innovated it while working for the BC Worker’s Compensation Board in the 1970s. Dr. Chan Gunn was working in Vancouver when he made his...
What is Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists are trained in assessing and treating dysfunctions of the pelvic floor, such as fecal and urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, painful intercourse, pre and postpartum concerns, painful menstruation and prolapse. Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy...
Clinical Pilates: 10 Health Benefits
We get asked a lot here at Reformotiv Physio + Pilates about Clinical Pilates which is a unique service we offer here in Vancouver, BC. You’ve probably heard of Pilates but maybe haven't heard of Clinical Pilates before - it is not as commonly known as Pilates. To...
Causes and Simple Exercises for Lower Back Pain
What is the most common condition Physiotherapists treat, you ask? Well, one of the top culprits is Low Back Pain. Lower back pain and injury is a common condition and does affect a large portion of our population. Peter O’Sullivan, known to many as a guru...
How to Sleep with Back Pain
Tossing? Turning? Can’t sleep because you have back pain? How frustrating. Sleep is where you go to rest, rejuvenate and feel restored. When you can’t sleep or have to sleep in a very specific position to avoid your back aching or spasming you can feel...
Every Body, 3D!
Clients often ask me, what is the best way I can move. The answer is always posed back as a question - “What is your favourite way to move?” There is no perfect way to exercise or stay fit for every body. Instead, I encourage you to find a movement...
Reforming the Physiotherapy Experience
Do you ever close your eyes and ask yourself ‘What if I take a risk and do what I’ve always wanted to do?’. Sure you do, right? The thought crossed our minds many times over our careers but there was always an excuse. Timing. Money. Doubt. What if I fail?...
