Dr. Drayton’s Holistic Approach to Healthcare
I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Allan Drayton, a versatile and highly skilled practitioner who has joined our Pickering team. Our conversation provided incredible insights into his approach to holistic healthcare, his diverse skill set, and his passion for helping patients achieve their optimal health. I’m excited to share our discussion with you in this blog as well as a video recording. Table of Contents: Dr. Drayton journey into alternative medicine Joining the Propel family A holistic approach to chiropractic care Dr. Drayton’s unique style of treatment Comprehensive assessments and treatments Educating patients Patient populations Beyond [...]
Handwriting Occupational Therapy for School-Aged Children
Handwriting occupational therapy is aimed at helping school-aged children learn skills like hand-eye coordination, body posture, hand grip and letter formation that will help them succeed in many areas of life. Even with all of the technology available today, handwriting is an essential task for children to be able to express their thoughts and ideas. It has been shown that students who are successful with their handwriting display improved confidence, self-esteem, academic performance and creative expression.[i] In this article, we share handwriting milestones that can help to identify a potential problem. We also discuss how an occupational therapist can assess [...]
Balance Training for Stroke Recovery
Navigating the path to recovery after a stroke is a journey marked by determination, hope, and the relentless pursuit of regaining one’s independence. Among the myriad of rehabilitation strategies available, balance training stands out as a cornerstone in this quest. It’s not just about physical stability; it’s about reclaiming your life, step by step. A stroke can disrupt the intricate communication network between the brain and body, leading to a loss of balance and coordination. For many, this results in a fear of falling, which can significantly impact their confidence and willingness to engage in daily activities. This fear, though [...]
Pain Management: A Holistic Physiotherapy Approach
Historically, physiotherapy and medicine have focused on a narrow cause-and-effect model. Conditions like long-term back pain were viewed as issues requiring specific tissue-based fixes. However, the biopsychosocial (BPS) approach offers a more holistic perspective. BPS recognizes that the human body is a complex ecosystem where factors such as stress, sleep, nutrition, and mental health play critical roles in pain experiences. At Propel Physiotherapy, we believe in staying at the forefront of clinical practice to provide the best care for our clients. Recently, I have started integrating insights from Greg Lehman's course, "Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science," into my approach. [...]
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Treatment After Spinal Cord Injury
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a significant concern for individuals with spinal cord injuries, affecting their quality of life in multiple ways. The pelvic floor, a group of muscles supporting the pelvic organs, plays a vital role in bowel and bladder control as well as sexual function.When a spinal cord injury disrupts the nerve signals between the brain and these muscles, it can lead to various complications. Symptoms like urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction are common, making daily activities challenging.In this blog, we will discuss the impact spinal cord injury has on the pelvic floor, and the [...]
Club Foot Treatment and Prognosis
Club foot is a common birth defect that affects muscles and bones in the feet. The condition does not resolve with growth and can lead to serious problems, including the inability to walk. Club foot treatment is essential to ensuring proper alignment and healthy development of the child. Physiotherapy for club foot is an integral aspect of the comprehensive treatment approach aimed at correcting foot deformities and promoting optimal function. In this blog, we look at the various types of club foot, a three-step club foot treatment approach and the role of physiotherapy in managing club foot. Table of [...]