What is Osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative disease that affects major joints like the hip, knees,shoulders, and hands. It is very common, so much so that you probably know several people who suffer with it. There are several components of a joint. It is made up of 2 bones...

10 Common Problems Physiotherapists Can Help With

You might think physiotherapy is only something for elite athletes or people with broken bones, but physiotherapy can help with so much more. From sprained ankles to dizziness to sore jaws—there are many common conditions that a physiotherapist can help you recover...

Meet – Jordan

Meet Jordan!    Jordan is our local physiotherapist aide. Hey! I’m Jordan! I was born and raised in Prince George and graduated from D.P. Todd secondary school. Outside of the clinic you can find me biking/skiing the trails over BC, the gym and at the track coaching...

Meet -Kayla

Meet Kayla!    Kayla joined Altea Physiotherapy in September of 2022, as a Patient Experience Specialist.She is now operating as our Office Manager. Kayla was born and raised in Prince George. Before coming to work at Altea Physiotherapy,She was home raising her two...

Meet – Salina

Meet Salina!   Salina graduated from the 2-year registered massage therapy program in July of 2021 from Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy with performance awards in her practical components and has been a registered massage therapist since December of 2021....

Meet – Pam

Meet Pam!    Pam graduated with a Human Kinetics Diploma from the College of New Caledonia in 2004, and has also taken kinesiology courses at the University of Calgary. She was born and raised in Prince George, but has lived in different parts of British Columbia and...
Registered Massage Therapy

Registered Massage Therapy

If you aren’t currently an RMT patient at Altea, please call to inquire if we are accepting new patients prior to booking an appointment. Registered Massage Therapy  Relieve Pain, Reduce Stress, and Improve Your Overall Wellbeing with Altea’s Professional...
Why do my joints pop and crack? And is it safe??

Why do my joints pop and crack? And is it safe??

If you’ve ever heard the sound of a joint cracking or popping, you might have wondered if it’s normal, healthy, or even safe. Is it safe to crack my knuckles? We get asked this question at least once a day! Why does my knee pop every time time I go...
Visually Induced Dizziness “Supermarket Syndrome”

Visually Induced Dizziness “Supermarket Syndrome”

Do you avoid going to the grocery store? Do the bright lights, busy patterns on the floor, vast number of things to look at, bending down or turning your head to look at items make you feel exhausted or just plain horrible? I can tell you that you are not going crazy...
How to reduce hip and knee OA (osteoarthritis)

How to reduce hip and knee OA (osteoarthritis)

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and occurs when the joints (cartilage) wear down over time, resulting in less cushioning around the joints. Two of the most commonly affected joints are the hip and knee, and osteoarthritis in these joints can...