Massage therapy promotes healing by acting on the muscular, nervous, and circulatory systems in the body. It offers many therapeutic physical, mental, and emotional benefits including improving circulation and reducing swelling, decreasing muscle stiffness to promote relaxation and stress relief while reducing pain. It is often used as a valuable component of treatment for various health conditions such as back …
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Fall means beautiful foliage, but it also means we have to clean up those leaves as they cover our gardens and lawns. Raking leaves is a great way to get outside and do some light exercise. However, it can also mean tired, aching muscles or even a back injury that could put you out of commission for days. Avoid injuring yourself …
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Did you know that more than 40% of female runners report leaking during running or other high-impact activities? As common as it is to suffer from incontinence while running, it shouldn’t be happening. Many suffer in silence, or try to hide the embarrassing wetness, but it can be resolved! Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is an involuntary loss of urine associated with an …
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Shoes today come in many different shapes, sizes, styles and functions. For many people, the task of selecting the proper shoe for their needs can be a frustrating and sometimes painful process. This article is designed to give you some general tips to keep in mind when you go shopping for new shoes. Every shoe has a purpose. Start by …
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Note: The exercises and/or stretches in this blog are not intended to replace the advice of your clinician. Starting a new exercise, stretch, movement, or activity may result in some expected stiffness and soreness. If you are unsure, please speak to your clinician before attempting any of the suggestions below. Cycling is a wonderful form of exercise as well as …
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Note: The stretches in this post are not intended to replace the advice of a clinician. If you are unsure about them, please check with your therapist. Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain At least 1 million people are currently affected by plantar fasciitis. It is estimated that up to 10% of people worldwide will be affected by …
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Our feet consist of 28 muscles, 33 joints, and over 100 ligaments. While taking an average of 7,500 steps daily and covering around 60,000 km in a lifetime, problems or trauma in the foot can significantly affect not only the foot itself, but also the hip, the back, and more. I joined Cregg Webber, Physiotherapist and Paul Makinen, Certified Pedorthist, …
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Is someone you know struggling with their mental health? It can be difficult, scary, and stressful when someone you care about is dealing with a mental health problem. You might be wondering how you can support them. We often know what to do when they get the flu or a cold, but what can be done for a mental health …
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The holiday season is here and there can be a lot of planning for the season underway! It can be easy to lose track of the self-care activities in which we engage throughout the rest of the year that keep us healthy and happy. Here are some tips to consider to improve your self-care this holiday season: 1. Keep up …
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