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What exactly is cupping therapy?

pt Health — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:30:29 +0000

Cupping therapy (aka myofascial decompression) can be traced back to ancient Chinese, Egyptian and Middle Eastern cultures. The technique is even described in one of the oldest medical textbooks in the world, the Ebers Papyrus, which means that ancient Egyptians may have been using cupping therapy as early as 1550 B.C. In cupping therapy, the therapist places cups (which can be ...

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Feel your best for the holidays with these 5 stretches

pt Health — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:53:13 +0000

The year flies by and before you know it, it’s autumn heading into winter. As we rake leaves, put away outdoor furniture, and start our holiday shopping, we might be left with sore and overworked muscles. Before you find yourself rubbing your neck and shoulders, consider booking a massage therapy session to help alleviate the built-up tension so you can ...

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3 techniques that can help manage pain and reduce stress

pt Health — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 17:30:57 +0000

You have probably heard that pain is influenced by many things – but did you know that stress and/or feelings of worry can make the brain send danger signals even when there is no threat? When the brain thinks we are in danger it can activate the sympathetic system, also known as our fight/flight system. Pain, stress and the fight/flight ...

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How mindfulness practice can help manage pelvic pain

pt Health — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 19:05:45 +0000

Chances are that you or someone you know has persistent pelvic pain. Persistent pelvic pain is long-standing pain that is recognized to be located in the female or male pelvic structures. This pain can be due to persistent pelvic pain syndrome or be related to other known conditions that produce pain, such as endometriosis. Why might I be experiencing persistent ...

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How to fix a knot in your back

pt Health — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 19:37:20 +0000

If you have any kind of job that involves staying in a sitting position for long periods of time, then chances are you have experienced the “knot”, a muscle tension that feels like it’s sitting right under your shoulder blade, making it achy, burning and sore. You try to take a break and move around, but it doesn’t budge. When ...

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Relieve low back pain with these easy movements

pt Health — Sun, 07 Nov 2021 18:12:55 +0000

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. Next time it strikes, try these safe easy to do movements that can help relieve discomfort and get you moving comfortably again. To open the infographic and make it larger, click here. Note: The information listed ...

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What is causing my jaw pain?

pt Health — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:35:37 +0000

Do you experience pain in your jaw when you’re chewing, do you hear clicking or popping sounds when you open or close your mouth, are you suffering from headaches, pain in your ear, face, jaw, or neck, or has your jaw locked and are you unable to move it? If so, you may be experiencing problems with your temporomandibular joint ...

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Mindfulness meditation for chronic pain

pt Health — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:56:20 +0000

Chronic pain – defined as “persistent or recurring pain lasting longer than 3 months – affects roughly one in five Canadians. Chronic pain can negatively impact the quality of life by interfering with sleep, physical function, professional life, social life and familial relationships. Sometimes, having chronic pain can leave you feeling helpless, but did you know that practicing meditation and mindfulness has actually ...

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Don’t let neck pain get in the way. Ease your discomfort with these tips

pt Health — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:28:01 +0000

During the pandemic, many people have shifted to working from home. After more than a year, a growing number of people are discovering that working from home can be a real pain in the neck – literally! Has a previously occasional nagging pain or stiffness in your neck become more focalized within your everyday life? You’re not the only one who’s neck deep in strife – we’re here ...

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Experiencing knee pain? These stretches and exercises can help

pt Health — Sat, 05 Jun 2021 17:23:27 +0000

Note: The knee pain 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. The knee is a complex joint designed to withstand different ...

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The Benefits of Prenatal Massage

Kaitlynn Bonin — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 18:02:42 +0000

What’s the difference between a regular massage and a prenatal massage? It’s not just that the patient is pregnant. The biggest difference is the modifications that are made to make sure the mother is comfortable and safe. To ensure this, you will most likely not lay on your stomach or back, neither of which is comfortable during pregnancy. Instead, you ...

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