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pt Health 4 physiotherapist-approved self-care activities to support recovery Stress can affect more than your mood. It can influence your energy levels, sleep quality, physical well-being, and your body’s recovery after injury or increased physical demand. Regular movement, sleep quality, listening to your body, and stress management techniques can help support your physical well-being. …
pt Health Sciatica exercises and movement tips to help ease discomfort Sciatica can make everyday tasks feel harder to plan. A commute, a walk with the dog, a load of laundry, or a long stretch at a desk may feel manageable at first, then become uncomfortable when pain, tingling, numbness, or burning travels into the…
pt Health 3 exercises for plantar fasciitis foot and heel pain Heel pain can be most noticeable in the moments when your foot has to start working again: the first few steps out of bed, standing up after sitting, or moving after a period of rest. With plantar fasciitis, that discomfort often comes from irritation…
pt Health How to run faster: a physiotherapist’s guide to safer speed training You want to run faster, but no matter how much work you’re putting in, your pace isn’t shifting. Maybe you’re struggling to keep up with your running group, or you’re not seeing the progress you expected on race day. Running faster starts…
pt Health Frozen shoulder: signs, stages, causes, and how physiotherapy can help Frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, can make everyday shoulder movements painful and limited. Reaching behind your back, lifting your arm overhead, brushing your hair, fastening clothing, or sleeping on the affected side may become difficult over time. Frozen shoulder usually develops gradually.…
pt Health Parkinson’s disease: how physiotherapy and exercise can help Living with Parkinson’s disease can change how movement feels over time. Walking may take more focus. Balance may feel less steady. Everyday tasks that once felt automatic can start to require more effort. Support can make a meaningful difference. Physiotherapy and exercise can help people…
pt Health Carpal tunnel syndrome exercises: 6 physiotherapist-guided moves for hand numbness relief Most people assume carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is nothing at first. A hand that fell asleep. A bad night’s rest. Then it keeps happening—numbness, tingling, or a weaker grip that starts to show up while typing, opening a jar, or holding a…
pt Health Is doomscrolling stealing your peace? Understanding the habit and finding your calm This article includes insights from Amber Tilitzky, Registered Clinical Counsellor at Lifemark. Do you ever find yourself endlessly scrolling through your phone, feeling a strange pull towards negative news or social media posts, even when you know it’s making you feel worse? This common experience…
pt Health 5 ways to stay active in spring: shake off the winter slump As the last snowflakes melt away and the days grow longer, spring offers the perfect opportunity to refresh your routine. Whether you’re looking for activities during March break, or simply eager to move more, spring is a great time to refresh…
pt Health Treadmill truths: physiotherapist busts 5 myths about indoor running For many runners, the treadmill is a tool of convenience, especially when Canadian weather makes outdoor runs unpredictable. Yet, it’s surrounded by debate and strong opinions. Is it an inferior workout? Will it ruin your knees? Treadmill running is a valuable training tool that,…