Pregnancy is a remarkable life event that brings all kinds of changes to the human body. Most of these changes are temporary as our bodies grow and shift to accommodate its tiny growing inhabitant. Unfortunately, these natural transitions can be accompanied by discomfort in the low back, pelvis, groin, and hip regions. Hip pain can be common at any stage …
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Though the joy of running is unlike anything else, the repeated movements involved can be hard on the body. Weâve all heard the stories or maybe even experienced some of them firsthandâthe full-blown injuries that keep a runnerâs shoes in the closet for weeks or months. Whether youâre running for pleasure or training for a race, youâre bound to have …
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This blog originally appeared on Lifemark.ca and was written by Paola Finizio – a Physiotherapist student at Queen’s University. Now that you have been building your aerobic capacity and preparing your body with specific strengthening exercises to return to or start a running routine, it is time to begin your 2021 running season. If you are someone who likes structure, you might …
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According to Google, âone in 20 Google searches are for health-related information.â Thatâs not a surprising statistic, after all, weâve all done it. Google is increasingly becoming our first stop in gathering relevant health information. From small aches and pains to more pressing concerns. Here weâll answer the most Googled questions about Physiotherapy. Is physiotherapy covered by OHIP? The …
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Mental health is every bit as important as physical health. We all struggle with our mental health from time to time. These days maybe more frequently. Although you might try to ignore these feelings or to just keep going, it’s important that we don’t neglect our mental health. There are many different small ways to focus on our mental well-being. Stratford …
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This article originally appeared on Lifemark.ca and was written by Keith Hanson. This past year has been challenging, the likes of which we have not seen in our generation. It has affected all of our lives in ways that we never would have imagined and taken a toll on our mental health and wellbeing. Many people continue to struggle, silently …
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Weâve all heard the loud pop or cracks that can come with a full knee bend, whether it’s in yoga class, at the gym, or just stooping down to pick something up. Because these signs can be concerning, weâve pulled together a summary of the symptoms, possible causes and treatment options for cracking knees. If youâre seeking medical care …
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4 out of 5 Canadians will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Back pain can vary from a minor annoyance to a debilitating condition. When experiencing back pain, it’s common to feel tense and fear movement. It’s important to remember that gentle movement, along with relaxation techniques and breathing control, can help ease low back pain.
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This blog originally appeared on Lifemark.ca and was written by Paola Finizio – a Physiotherapist student at Queen’s University. With the days getting longer and weather getting warmer, you may begin to consider getting back into outdoor running or starting a new running routine. Running is a great way to stay in shape because it allows you to improve your …
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