Physiotherapy for Labour and Delivery
During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes an incredible physical transformation. Her cardiovascular system readjusts to nearly double the amount of blood pumping through her body...
How to Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor
Your pelvic floor is made up of a group of muscles responsible for supporting your pelvic organs, including your bowel, bladder and, particularly for women,...
How Physiotherapy Can Boost Your Immune System
The body’s immune system is one of the most powerful defenses we have against illness and disease, especially during the cooler months of the year...
Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture: What’s the Difference?
If you have chronic or acute pain, you may have considered both dry needling and acupuncture for pain relief. However, you may have found it...
Acupuncture for Lower Back Pain
Back pain is a frustrating condition, limiting your ability to perform daily tasks, and maybe participate in some of the things you enjoy most, like...
Benefits of Physiotherapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of motor disabilities that limit a child’s movement, balance and strength. It is the most common childhood physical disability,...
Health Prevention: Include Physiotherapy in Your Wellness Routine!
The wellness movement has changed the lives of millions of Canadians. Thanks to wellness awareness, we care more than ever about keeping our bodies and...
The Importance of Men’s Pelvic Health
When men develop chronic pain in their back, hip, groin or leg, it can take years before doctors finally refer them to a physiotherapist. As...
Surgery or No Surgery—That is the Question
When you’re facing the prospect of back surgery, you’re right to feel a little apprehensive. Surgery involves anesthetics, a recovery period, sometimes side effects, and...
Physiotherapy vs. Occupational Therapy: What’s the Difference?
Patients often ask what the difference is between a physiotherapist and an occupational therapist, and what benefits they might see from getting therapy from either...