Green Movement: Where Fitness Meets Sustainability
What if the secret to better health wasn't found in an expensive medication or high-tech treatment—but free and right outside your door? Modern life has disconnected us from nature's wisdom, but the solution is simple: green movement. Not just any movement, but the kind that strengthens your body while caring for the planet. Whether it's walking through your neighborhood, cycling to work, or stretching under open skies, every step outdoors delivers a powerful double benefit: personal vitality and planetary healing. This Earth Month, we're exploring how to reduce disease risk while cutting carbon emissions, and how to make simple [...]
Osteoporosis in Men: Post-Fracture Rehabilitation
Osteoporosis is often associated with women. As such, it is often underdiagnosed and untreated in the male population. However, one in five men will sustain one or more osteoporotic fractures in their lifetime.[i] Moreover, recent research has demonstrated that men were more subject to develop post-major-fractures complications often leading to death.[ii] In this article, we will examine the risk factors associated with osteoporosis in men and the role that physiotherapists play in the osteoporotic post-fracture rehabilitation. Additionally, we aim to promote awareness and prevent the onset of various post-fractures complications associated with osteoporosis, specifically in the male population. Table [...]
Essential Training for Mountain Hiking: A Physiotherapists Journey Up Kilimanjaro
Climbing to the summit of a mountain is both a thrilling adventure and a grueling physical challenge. In February 2025, I embarked on this adventure with a group of friends. From the initial excitement at Machame Gate to the grueling midnight summit push, each day brought new challenges—shifting terrain, altitude adjustments, and the mental resilience required to keep moving forward. I share the highs (literally and figuratively), the struggles with acclimatization, the breathtaking views, and the camaraderie that made this expedition unforgettable. But this journey started long before February. The preparation for climbing Kilimanjaro requires targeted physical conditioning. Drawing [...]
Mindfulness Techniques for People Living with Cancer
A cancer diagnosis can bring overwhelming physical and emotional challenges, from stress and anxiety to chronic pain and fatigue. While medical treatments are essential, integrating mindfulness techniques can provide powerful support in managing these side effects. Mindfulness—rooted in present-moment awareness—helps patients cultivate emotional resilience, reduce distress, and improve overall quality of life during and after treatment. In this blog, we explore the specific ways mindfulness techniques can help with some of the effects of a cancer diagnosis and management including stress and anxiety, fatigue, pain and coping skills. Table of Contents: Mindfulness Techniques for Stress and Anxiety Reduction Mindfulness Techniques [...]
Upper Extremity Function in Quadraplegia
Moving our arms and using our hands to grasp or reach for objects is essential for daily tasks like grooming, dressing, cooking, writing, as well as using tools or technology such as phones, computers, and cars. After a spinal cord injury, upper extremity function can be impacted in a way that makes these daily tasks extremely challenging. One of the goals of rehabilitation is crucial to promote independence and decrease caregiver needs to accomplish daily routines. Occupational therapists (OTs) play an instrumental role in helping clients that have suffered a spinal cord injury in their journey towards independence, specifically [...]
How to Choose the Right Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre
Recovering from a brain injury takes time, patience, and the right support. Choosing the best rehabilitation centre can make a huge difference in your recovery, but with so many options, how do you know which one is right for you? Whether you’re looking for a brain injury rehabilitation centre in a busy city like Toronto or a more rural area, there are key factors to consider. A good rehab centre doesn’t just provide therapy—it becomes your partner in recovery, helping you set goals, track progress, and regain independence. This guide will walk you through how to choose the right [...]