Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the cornerstone domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /var/www/html/web/wp/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6121 Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the wp-latest-posts domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /var/www/html/web/wp/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6121 Warning: Cannot modify header information - headers already sent by (output started at /var/www/html/web/wp/wp-includes/functions.php:6121) in /var/www/html/web/app/themes/x-child/framework/views/global/Extractor.php on line 259 Warning: Cannot modify header information - headers already sent by (output started at /var/www/html/web/wp/wp-includes/functions.php:6121) in /var/www/html/web/app/plugins/all-in-one-seo-pack/app/Common/Meta/Robots.php on line 89 Warning: Cannot modify header information - headers already sent by (output started at /var/www/html/web/wp/wp-includes/functions.php:6121) in /var/www/html/web/wp/wp-includes/feed-rss2.php on line 8 fall prevention - pt Health https://master.dev.pthealth.ca Physiotherapy, Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Naturopathic Medicine Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:10:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://pthealthsa.blob.core.windows.net/website/2023/10/redtree1.ico fall prevention - pt Health https://master.dev.pthealth.ca 32 32 Osteoporosis: a silent disease https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/blog/osteoporosis-a-silent-disease/ Fri, 28 Oct 2022 15:14:31 +0000 https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/?p=36196 Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become thin and porous, decreasing bone strength and increasing the risk of breaking bones. It’s often called a silent disease because you can’t feel your bones weakening. For some people, breaking a bone is the first sign of osteoporosis. Others notice that they are getting shorter or that their upper back is ...

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]]> 5 movements and exercises to prepare you for hiking https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/blog/5-movements-and-exercises-to-prepare-you-for-hiking/ Thu, 16 Jun 2022 17:16:50 +0000 https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/?p=36093 As the days get warmer and longer, you may be thinking of going hiking, or an outdoor adventure with friends and family. Here are some tips that can help you get ready to hit the trails, make the most out of your time, and prevent injury. With the uneven terrain encountered in the wilderness, it is important to have good balance ...

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]]> Strength training can help prevent falls. Here’s how. https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/blog/strength-training-can-help-prevent-falls-heres-how/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 13:26:00 +0000 https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/?p=35742 Being fearful of falling and avoiding activity because of that fear is something that becomes more common as we age. Rather than decreasing the risk of falls, this can actually contribute to an increased risk of falling. Falls can decrease independence (due to injury), and overall quality of life as mobility and function are impacted. Avoiding activity also leads to ...

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]]> 5 balance exercises that can help prevent falls https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/blog/5-balance-exercises-that-can-help-prevent-falls/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 20:00:15 +0000 https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/?p=35747 Note: If you have not been physically active or have questions about the exercises below, check with your primary healthcare provider before starting a new activity program. If you feel dizzy or unwell while exercising, stop and rest before continuing, if the situation does not improve, consult a healthcare professional before continuing. Falls are a leading cause of hospitalization in older ...

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]]> Don’t let the fear of falling stop you https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/blog/dont-let-the-fear-of-falling-stop-you/ Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:34:19 +0000 https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/?p=35511 Has a fear of falling made you turn down a golfing trip or that walk your friends invited you on? Maybe you try not to leave the house unless absolutely necessary because you just don’t trust your balance enough. If this sounds like you, take comfort in knowing you are not alone. 34% of Canadians over the age of 65 ...

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]]> Physiotherapy Through Canada’s Four Seasons https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/blog/physiotherapy-through-canadas-four-seasons/ Tue, 01 Sep 2020 13:52:01 +0000 https://master.dev.pthealth.ca/?p=33968 As Canadians, we’re no strangers to the change of seasons. There’s something to look forward to with every new season. With fall just around the corner, let’s have a look at how physiotherapy can help through Canada’s four seasons. Fall: Raking Leaves It can be fun to watch your kids jump in a pile of leaves, but it can also ...

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