Help me, help you
Injured clients come in to PhysioWorks everyday seeking help in overcoming pain and injuries. Often, they are looking for a diagnosis and a clear pathway to recovery that they can follow under our care. But I would like to highlight the importance of how the client can be an active participant in this process. Here […]
Stretching: How often and how long do I need to stretch for?
Stretching is a common form of exercise to improve flexibility and range of motion. A recent article in the International Journal of Sports Medicine looked at which types of stretches were the most effective for improving flexibility. There is a variety of research in the field of stretching with varied and sometimes contradictory findings. This […]
Snowshoeing Memories
I had the pleasure of going snowshoeing for the first time a few winters ago and here is how I remember it: It was a perfect day of blue skies and sunshine amongst the scenic trails of Mount Seymour. I was a little nervous not knowing what to expect and also having our baby strapped to […]
Energize your body with the proper snack!
I was volunteering at a fencing competition when the parent of a young fencer asked me if I had any ideas for energy snacks her son could have that were healthy, not full of artificial sugar and that was vegan. I thought… challenge accepted! I tried out a number of ideas; some worked really well, […]
Perfect Posture, a Myth?
I know it sounds contradictory coming from a physiotherapist who repeatedly nags you about your posture and probably assessed your posture on your first visit but I can explain. First, let’s start with a definition of posture. Posture is the static alignment of the total body at a given moment where each body part or […]
Does pain = injury?
So you just woke up and your neck was hurting for some reason. You go to see your favorite therapist or doctor for some relief. You are in pain and not happy about it. Your practitioner treats you and advises you to move your neck around every so often even if it hurts. Wait a […]
Travelling and your health
When we take holidays, we like to take the opportunity to get some much needed R&R. Now, don’t get me wrong this is very important for our mental and physical health, however, it can also play a negative role if taken to far. All too often I see clients return from their holiday with complaints […]
Brushing your teeth to a healthier body
Most of us have embraced the habit of brushing our teeth twice a day and sometimes more. Its been established in our routine and we don’t question why its good for our teeth. It’s 2 minutes of brushing, 2-3 times per day of mindless activity. So I have been known to ask my clients to […]
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 […]
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 […]