Back problems are one of the most common chronic conditions in Canada.[i] Four out of five adults will experience at least one episode of back pain at some time in their lives with most occurrences between the ages of 30 and 50.[ii] Back injury prevention programs aim to reduce [...]
Cycling culture has certainly picked up in the past year with gyms being closed and people looking for a way to get their exercise outdoors. More and more people want to be more active in and around their communities and what better way to be active than to bicycle. [...]
As a physiotherapist, I am often asked if a support brace or sleeve is warranted after an injury and if it can make a difference in the person’s recovery. Support braces are sometimes recommended by healthcare professionals. Because they can be purchased at a pharmacy, people sometimes purchase them [...]
Physiotherapy supports healthy aging in many ways, “from helping Canadians recover from illness to helping improve the flexibility, strength, and balance older adults need to remain independent and mobile.”[i] In this article, we highlight some commonly asked questions about our profession and the many ways our profession can enable [...]
