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5 tips for safely shoveling snow

pt Health — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 20:15:48 +0000

While the snow may look beautiful, it can come with an increased risk of injury for the many Canadians who shovel each year. From twisting the body to trying to move too much all at one time, strains and sprains from snow shoveling can affect daily activities. Check out these tips to help reduce the risk of injury while you ...

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What exactly is occupational therapy?

pt Health — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 17:43:21 +0000

Throughout my career as a physiotherapist, a question that countless patients have asked me (and a question I was asking too) is “what is occupational therapy?” As my understanding of occupational therapists (OTs) grew, I came to appreciate the vast skill set these healthcare professionals possess, and the exceptional and innovative ways they guide and support their clients. Occupational therapists ...

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How to move on from low back pain

pt Health — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 18:20:08 +0000

Have you ever had a sudden onset of low back pain? Sometimes low back pain develops slowly, but often it seems to come from nowhere, for no particular reason. It may occur after bending over to put on your shoes or to pick up something very light, like a piece of lettuce. After bending over, it may be near impossible ...

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Living well with osteoarthritis

pt Health — Sun, 28 Aug 2022 22:37:17 +0000

Living well with osteoarthritis requires both knowledge and action. People with osteoarthritis should know that it’s often possible to improve function and decrease pain despite changes to their joints. Combining this knowledge with the right kind of action, that neither increases disability or negatively impacts progression of joint changes and pain, can make all the difference in the world. Understanding ...

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6 daily exercises you can do at home

pt Health — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 22:08:39 +0000

Incorporating regular exercise into your daily schedule has plenty of health benefits, helping you juggle everything else going on in your life. But you don’t need to go to the gym to get a good workout. Simple exercises you can do at home like squatting can take your body through a full range of movement, from the top of your ...

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How occupational therapy can help you meet your goals

pt Health — Sat, 07 May 2022 17:47:30 +0000

Over the past century, the field of occupational therapy (OT) has continued to evolve in its efforts to help people deal with a wide variety of challenges. OTs can help deal with anything from (physical) injury recovery to mental health concerns – but what exactly is occupation, and how can occupational therapy help you? The term “occupation” commonly refers to ...

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Understanding Plantar Fasciitis: What can I do to treat it at home?

pt Health — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:05:24 +0000

Did you know that plantar fasciitis is one one of the most common causes of heel pain?¹ At least 1-million people are affected by plantar fasciitis and it is estimated that up to 10% of people worldwide will be affected by this foot condition at least once in their lifetime.² Understanding the foot as a whole will help you understand ...

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How we’re ensuring a S.A.F.E.R. return to in-person service

pt Health — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 14:31:07 +0000

As provinces start to reopen and restrictions for businesses are lifted, pt Health’s parent company Lifemark is actively working on expanding our number of clinics and facilities that can offer in-person services again. The health and safety of our patients and team members remain our highest priority, so we’ve developed three key guiding principles to support us as we work ...

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Advance Your Career with pt Health

pt Health — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 15:30:49 +0000

If you just graduated from school or are looking to make a career change you need to keep reading! If you are looking for an opportunity that can offer you room for advancement, company benefits, and a workplace culture unlike any other then you have landed at the right place. pt Health is a Community Clinic Network with 230 corporate ...

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