Shoulder Dislocations
The shoulder is an amazing joint with incredible flexibility. It doesn’t attach directly to the spine, like the hip joint; instead, it is held to the body through a complicated system of musculature and indirectly by the collarbone (clavicle) to the front of the rib…
How To Beat Workout Soreness
Most of us are familiar with the post-exercise soreness that comes after a particularly strenuous exercise session. This pain, which is usually accompanied by stiffness and weakness, is often referred to as Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, abbreviated to DOMS. It is unclear exactly what the…
Three Things Your Physio Wants You To Know
Every profession has a unique perspective of life that can only be achieved from years of experience in that area. Here are three things that experience has taught your physio: Problems that seem to arise for “no reason” are usually a result of disuse or…
Tips For Preventing Workplace Injuries
Why are workplace injuries so common? When we’re at work, we often find ourselves doing the same task for hours on end. The more specialized our job is, the more likely this is to be true. The human body is designed to move and perform…
Exercise Cheat Sheet: Everyday Hacks
Technology has changed our lives dramatically, and while it has made many difficult tasks much easier, it’s also made it much easier to be lazy. Here we identify a few key moments where you can sneak some exercise into your daily routine. Boiling the kettle:…
Michael Hofstatter: Rated one of the Top Three Therapists in Mississauga!
Expert recommended Top 3 Physical Therapists in Mississauga, ON. All of our physical therapists face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence. You deserve only the best!
How to Add Exercise to Your Cleaning Routine
As the chilly winter months beckon and time spent indoors starts to increase, it’s the perfect excuse to de-clutter your surroundings, be it at home or at work. A clean environment helps to maintain a clear head, and the act of cleaning can be therapeutic…
Straighten Up in the Workplace by Dr. Patricia Farrell – DC, BA(Hons)
People often ask me what the most common condition that walks into my office is. Without hesitation, my answer is always postural issues. The majority of individuals sit behind a desk and computer for work, or expose themselves to repetitive movements that may lead to…
Why Ergonomics is KEY to your Well-Being
Ergonomics is a science of fitting the job or task at hand, with the worker’s mental and physical capabilities. It focuses on proactively designing work stations to improve comfort, decrease work-related conditions, increase efficiency, productivity, and overall well-being. Most adults spend more than 50% of…
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy is a Treatment to Improve Women’s Reproductive Health
Pelvic floor physiotherapy provides treatment for various conditions caused by pelvic floor dysfunction. The main reason for this dysfunction is that the pelvic floor musculature is either too weak or too tight. The pelvic floor muscles are a group of muscles that are attached to…
The Hidden Risks Of A Sedentary Lifestyle
By now it should come as no surprise that prolonged periods of inactivity are bad for your health. It seems that the science is in, and the bad news is that long periods of sitting or inactivity is a risk factor for many diseases, independent…
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