Did you know that there are six types of headaches with different characteristics, aggravating factors and symptoms? Many people are diagnosed incorrectly. This can leave people with recurrent headaches with little management strategies, poor personal and societal burdens of pain, decreased quality of life, and financial implications across industries. As [...]
As a physiotherapist working in one of the province’s leading neurological rehabilitation centres, I have witnessed the mental health effects of COVID-19 on some of my clients with traumatic brain injury. In the spirit of Bell Let's Talk Day, I wanted to share the perspectives of some of my clients [...]
With restrictions on gatherings, travel, and indoor dining, shopping and other activities across the country, this holiday season will undoubtedly feel a lot different than seasons past. The pandemic has created increased stress and anxiety levels for many people. In addition, it has created barriers to accessing important services that [...]
Since January of 2020, registered physiotherapist David Friesen has travelled hundreds of miles to communities in and around Peterborough, including Lakefield, Belleville and Bobcaygeon, to provide at home physiotherapy care to clients. In a typical week, David will normally see clients with a wide variety of injuries like concussion, traumatic [...]
