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Ditch the Pain Meds

Don’t Join the Opioid Epidemic. How Physiotherapy Helps Ditch the Pain Meds.

Instead of turning to pain medication to mask the pain, look to physiotherapy to really feel like your old self again. A sudden injury or accident can turn a normal life totally upside-down. Whether it is a car accident, a...

Bruce CravenDecember 10, 2019
Herniated Discs

Herniated Discs – The Culprit of Your Back Pain?

Back pain is the most commonly reported area of pain across the nation. Your spine works hard throughout the day and sometimes even small movements can result in pain if there are underlying issues occurring. Your spine is comprised of...

Bruce CravenNovember 20, 2019
Hip and Knee Pain

Physiotherapy: The Simple Solution for Hip and Knee Pain

If you suffer from hip or knee pain, you are in good company - many people experience hip or knee pain at some point in their lives. The hips and knees are the largest joints in your body, providing mobility...

Bruce CravenNovember 10, 2019
Strength Training

6 Ways to Prevent Injuries While Strength Training

One of the most common pieces of advice given to people in strength training programs is simply to “not hurt yourself.” Whether it’s a recovery program from a previous injury or surgery, or you’re trying to improve your physical health and performance, it is a common phrase that you’ll hear. While it may seem easier

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Kathy ShirkyOctober 20, 2019
High-Quality Protein

High-Quality Protein: What is it and Why is it Important?

Protein is a necessary nutrient for maintaining high levels of physical function. If you’re a dedicated athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone who is simply trying to become more active, your protein intake plays a key role in your physical performance. There are many factors of high-quality protein that can benefit you in ways you

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Kathy ShirkyOctober 10, 2019
Eating Right

Eating Right: A Simple Technique for Reducing Pain and Inflammation

Do you deal with chronic pain or inflammation in your daily life? It isn’t uncommon, but it is avoidable. While exercise is a crucial part of your physiotherapy regimen, proper nutrition can also play an important role.  The foods you eat work to fuel your body, and eating the right ones can help you recover

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Kathy ShirkySeptember 20, 2019
Pre-hab

What is Pre-hab and How Can it Help Me Recover Faster?

It’s no secret that undertaking physiotherapy after an injury or surgery helps you recover faster. But what if there was a way to prevent an injury in the first place? Or what if there was a way to speed recovery from surgery long before you went under the knife? Pre-hab or preventative rehabilitation helps patients

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Bruce CravenSeptember 10, 2019
recovery period

Don’t Wear Yourself Out! Tips for a Proper Recovery Period

A recovery period is the amount of time you take between workouts. This period of time is when the benefits of your physical activity take place in your body. Without a recovery period, your muscles won’t be able to build, repair, and strengthen in the ways you want them to. While exercise is undoubtedly important,

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Kathy ShirkyAugust 20, 2019
physiotherapy

3 Simple Methods for Protecting Your Joints While Exercising

There is no doubt that exercise is important, but it can definitely take a toll on your joints. The US Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise every week, or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise. It can be difficult to determine how to keep your joints

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Kathy ShirkyAugust 10, 2019