By: Dr. Patricia Farrell I’m sure many of us have heard of “Upper Cross Syndrome”, usually stemming from poor posture with the head pushed forward, seen mostly in students and desk workers. Upper cross syndrome is an imbalance of the neck and shoulder musculature, and…

In this time of global crisis, stress, anxiety and uncertainty are at an all-time high. It is easy to get lost in the constant negative news cycle. Instead of getting down about our current circumstances, it’s more important now than ever to get up, get…

Ontario is planning for the next phase of responding to the coronavirus (COVID19) outbreak – reopening our province. As a first step, the government has developed a framework to guide their approach. This framework outlines the method and principles they will use to reopen businesses,…

Prepared by: Erum Salman Seed Starting  Gardening is a great way to get moving, especially after the long months of hibernation. Winter blues are over, and it is the time to spring into growing flowers to add vibrant colours to your surroundings, growing your own…

by Michelle D Smith1, Anne Russell2 and Paul W Hodges Division of Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland 2School of Population Health, The University of Queensland “Although obesity and physical activity have been argued to predict back pain, these factors are also related to incontinence and…

By: Dr. Patricia Farrell This March, a study was conducted that aimed to determine the risk factors associated with the development of headaches in health care workers wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Different types of PPE include face masks, face shields, protective eye-wear, and gloves,…

Did you just have a baby or are soon expecting? Elite Physio can help by providing you post a pregnancy education virtual course. The course is designed for women post partum to regain strength and understand the changes in their body i.e core, pelvic floor to…

Having a written scheduled routine for your children during this very challenging time should make life a bit easier for everyone inside the household. You can help by making a schedule and make your children responsible by following a scheduled routine, as they would have…

In this trying time of having to quarantine and staying indoors, it can become a little unnerving at times. Most of us are not only aching physically from inactivity, but our minds can feel entrapped too. Lack of social interaction and not being able to…

 Prop your computer screen up on a box, books, or computer stand so that the top line that you are reading on your screen is at eye level or slightly below. If you do not have a separate keyboard, set your laptop up so your…