Why Sleep is Critical for Brain Health
Brain health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, encompassing cognitive function, emotional well-being, and neurological health. The human brain is the most complex organ in the body and consumes a large percentage of the body’s energy.To ensure healthy brain function throughout our lifespan, it is important to understand the role it plays and take steps to ensure you strengthen and protect it. In this article we will explore interesting fast about brain health, as well as discuss the benefits of exercise and why sleep is critical for brain health.Table of Contents: Brains are complexBrain power and processingMultitasking is impossibleExercise [...]
Menopause Symptoms: Four Management Strategies
Menopause is a normal part of aging for women and can involve physical and emotional changes. The changing hormone levels that occur during menopause can result in a host of symptoms including hot flashes, mood changes, changes in body composition, decreased libido and changes in vaginal and vulvar tissues. Lifestyle modifications can play a significant role in managing menopausal symptoms. In this article, we hear from four health professionals about the role of exercise, mindfulness, nutrition and pelvic physiotherapy in the management of menopause symptoms. Table of Contents: How EXERCISE can help manage menopause symptoms Using MINDFULNESS to manage [...]
CTE: Preventing Concussions in Youth Hockey
After years of research and publicity around high-profile case of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), we are learning more about the impacts of repeated head injuries, especially as it relates to contact sports. Athletes with a history of concussions are more likely to sustain additional concussions, which can result in cognitive decline, depression, and early degenerative change.[i] Repeated head injuries or concussion is associated with CTE. As neurological rehabilitation professionals, we regularly work with young athletes who have sustained concussions. Clinically, we notice that recovery is more difficult and prolonged with the more concussions an individual has experienced. There is [...]
Getting the Most Out of Your Therapy Sessions
Our multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals take the same approach to caring for our clients whether you have experienced a stroke or brain injury; hurt yourself in a workplace accident; sustained a sports injury; or you are recovering from childbirth, an illness, or a simple sprain. First, we conduct a thorough initial assessment for all new clients or returning clients with a new condition or injury. The initial assessment is key in setting up clients for success. From there, we can diagnose and create a personalized treatment plan to help you reach your rehabilitation goals. In this article, we [...]
Shockwave Therapy for Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder (also called adhesive capsulitis) causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder area, which can make it difficult to move. Shockwave therapy for frozen shoulder is one treatment option that a registered physiotherapist might suggest, along with other strategies, to help you return to a more normal and pain-free lifestyle. In this article, we examine how shockwave therapy works, the different categories of frozen shoulder, risk factors, symptoms and progressions, as well as various treatment options, including shockwave therapy for frozen shoulder. Table of Contents: What is shockwave therapy? What is frozen shoulder? Risk factors for secondary frozen [...]
Spine OA: How Exercise Can Help Manage Symptoms
Spine osteoarthritis is a complex degenerative disease that can cause pain and stiffness and make it more difficult to do the things you love. Despite what the medical community thought for years, it is not caused by wear and tear and also may not cause any pain. This is good news for those who want to continue to enjoy being active. In this blog we will discuss what spine OA is, what causes it, the symptoms, and how exercise guided by a registered physiotherapist can help manage this condition. Table of Contents What is spine OA? Causes of spine [...]