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Our therapists are passionate with what they do and have noticed some common questions and topics that often come up for patients. We decided to create some articles outlining everything from BPPV, concussion, hip and knee osteoarthritis, and rotator cuff injuries to name a few.
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Running Joy and Benefits of a Running Assessment
Running is one of the most accessible forms of exercise. All you need is a good pair of shoes and the open road. But beyond its simplicity, running offers a plethora of benefits: Physical Health: Regular running strengthens your heart, muscles, and bones. It helps...
Gardening Enthusiasts: Pain-Free Tips from Physiotherapy
As the summer sun beckons us outdoors, gardening enthusiasts everywhere are eager to dig into their beloved green spaces. While gardening is a rewarding and therapeutic activity, it can also pose risks of strains and injuries, particularly to the back, knees, and...
Hiking in Prince George: Physiotherapy Tips
As the summer sun beckons us outdoors, gardening enthusiasts everywhere are eager to dig into their beloved green spaces. While gardening is a rewarding and therapeutic activity, it can also pose risks of strains and injuries, particularly to the back, knees, and...
Concussion Signs Symptoms and How Physiotherapy Can Help
Signs, Symptoms, and How Physiotherapy Can Help Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a sudden acceleration/deceleration of the head, neck, or body which results in forces transmitting the the brain. A concussion can occur without a direct blow...
Understanding TMJ Dysfunctions
Anatomy, Treatments, and Physiotherapy Insights Introduction: In this blog post, we will delve into the anatomy of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). One of the most used, yet ignored joints in the body. Clinicians don’t regularly evaluate the TMJ since it is often...
The Physiotherapist’s Guide to Acupuncture: A Holistic Approach to Pain Relief and Wellness
What is Acupuncture, and how does it work?Acupuncture is based on a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involvesthe insertion of thin needles into various parts of the body following meridians orenergy flows throughout the body. Acupuncture is used to...