Running is a physically demanding sport, whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a 5K enthusiast. To perform at your best and minimize the risk of injury, it's essential to prepare your body adequately. Physiotherapy for runners is one tool that can help you run smarter so you can maximize [...]
Paddling at the cottage or on the city’s local waterways can feel more like a fun pastime than the rigorous sport we see at the Olympics. But don’t let that fool you into thinking your body doesn’t require proper training to avoid injury and improve your overall enjoyment of [...]
Summer is an excellent time to get the kids outdoors to enjoy fun activities that help them connect with nature while meeting their daily physical activity goals. School-age kids and teens should get 60 minutes or more of moderate to vigorous physical activity daily. This should include muscle strengthening and [...]
Injuries due to improper lifting are common and costly. Each year several thousand Canadian workers are permanently disabled by low back injuries. Many others are unable to return to their former jobs.[i] Whether it is your job to handle heavy materials like boxes, bags and equipment, lifting or transferring [...]
