Being Injured Sucks
So it’s been awhile but I am injured again…Not bad, don’t worry and yes, I can still work! It just lead me to think again about my clients and how they feel when they come in upset about their ailing or injured body. We’ve all been through it to some degree and we can all […]
Unleashing Your Weekend Warrior
Spring season is here in Vancouver and we’re getting a great dose of sunshine. What better time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors! If you’re like me and have been hibernating over the winter season, it’s probably a good idea to ease yourself back into activities. For us weekend warriors, this is prime […]
The Deadlift
Watch as Jesse and Rob demonstrate the deadlift. They outline proper form and also point out common mistakes.
Natural Curves
Everyone knows the importance of our backs, and how hard it is to function without a healthy back, but why do some have more pain or issues than others? There are numerous reasons to this question but as therapists we constantly talk about posture and alignment because this essentially is the basis for how well […]
How often do you think about your posture?
With the new year comes new year’s resolutions. So there’s no better time to talk about having better posture! As a physiotherapist, almost every single client I see will get some sort of lesson on postural correction. Apart from its obvious benefit of avoiding neck and back pain, it also becomes a cornerstone to having […]
Don’t Ignore the Small Things
It’s only the second day of 2016 and I’ve already injured myself. I tweaked my neck and I cannot turn my head or lift my left arm more than shoulder height. Although it is not a severe injury, it has definitely put me out of commission for the last few days and caused me noticeable […]
What is Sciatica Pain?
Sciatica or sciatic pain refers to pain and dysfunction that radiates along the path represented by the sciatic nerve. It is a frequent injury we see at PhysioWorks. Even though it is a common problem, I would like to take some time to explain why your diagnosis of ‘sciatica’ can significantly differ from another individual’s […]
Returning to running after an injury
A frequently asked question that I hear in the clinic is “when can I start running again’’? This answer is going to depend on a variety of factors such as the severity of an injury, how long you’ve been ‘off running’, how much cross training and rehabilitation has been done, and prior fitness level. One […]
Yoga Love
I thought I would share my new found activity with you and why I am loving it! It’s not new to most people in Kits who already strut around with their rolled up yoga mats and Lululemon wear but to me this is my first run at a regular yoga workout routine. I have dabbled […]
Yoga for Runners
Most runners are aware that cross training is important for maintaining optimal balance in the body with an activity that can be very repetitive nature. Why choose yoga? Targeting flexibility, strength, alignment, and breath, yoga can help to prevent injury, speed up recovery and improve running efficiency and form. Specifically the practice helps to lengthen […]