10 Reasons You Should Try Telerehabilitation
While in-person care can be essential, telerehabilitation (virtual physiotherapy) has emerged as a proven, effective alternative to in-person care, especially for those who face barriers like mobility challenges, transportation issues, or time constraints. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of telerehabilitation, and research confirms its effectiveness. Studies show that virtual physiotherapy delivers comparable outcomes to in-person care for many conditions. As a registered physiotherapist in Ontario, I work with many people rehabilitating from orthopaedic and neurological issues—from joint pain and post-surgical recovery to stroke rehabilitation and other chronic neurological conditions. In this article, we look at [...]
Internationally Educated Physiotherapists Bridging Ontario’s Healthcare Gap
Canada’s population is not only growing but also aging, putting increased pressure on our healthcare system. Over the past decade, this system has faced significant challenges, from the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic to limited access to primary care. As demand for healthcare services rises, physiotherapy has become essential in helping Canadians maintain their mobility, function, and overall quality of life. To meet the demands of our healthcare system and an aging population, internationally educated physiotherapists (IEPTs) have played a significant role in helping Canadians address their rehabilitation needs. In 2022, IEPTs made up [...]
Mindfulness Strategies to Combat Caregiver Burnout
Caring for someone with a chronic illness, physical or mental disability, or the challenges of aging is an act of deep love and devotion—but it can also take a quiet toll on your physical and psychological health. The demands of caregiving stretch beyond time, physical and emotional effort; they reshape relationships, redefine roles, and often come with unseen emotional and financial costs. Over time, these pressures can ripple through every aspect of a caregiver’s health and overall wellbeing, leaving exhaustion, stress and even illness in their wake. Mindfulness offers several evidence-based [...]
Six Evidence-Based Reasons Physiotherapists Recommend Massage Therapy
In my experience as a physiotherapist working with diverse client populations—including those with neurological conditions, chronic injuries, and athletic injuries—collaborating with Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) has enhanced my clients’ outcomes across multiple domains. While physiotherapy addresses movement, function, and rehabilitation through structured exercise, modalities, guidelines, equipment, and manual therapy, the massage therapy profession offers complementary mechanisms that can support pain relief, muscle recovery, and overall wellness. At Propel Physiotherapy, I’m fortunate to work in a multidisciplinary setting. There is no better feeling than being able to ask a fellow clinician to team up with me to help a client [...]
How a Little Exercise Goes a Long Way
In physiotherapy, our go-to tool for recovery and health is exercise prescription. Many physiotherapists, trainers, scientists, and prominent figures in the field often discuss the ‘optimal’ program or amount of exercise, while sometimes overlooking how amazing the benefits of smaller doses of movement can be. You don’t need a complicated program, a gym membership, or the perfect plan to get started. The benefits of exercise on your health and longevity can start with a 5-minute walk or even a few mini squats at home. In this blog, we will review how to measure health and longevity, as well as [...]
Cardio Zone Training for Weight Management
Cardio doesn’t have to be a grind – it can be your secret weapon. Whether you’re dancing, jogging, or cycling, or chasing your dog around the yard, if your heart is racing and you’re breaking a sweat, you’re doing cardio! And guess what? It’s one of the best ways to torch calories, boost energy, and kick-start fat loss. But here is the magic trick: knowing your heart rate zones. Think of them as your personal training GPS – guiding you to burn fat more efficiently, build stamina faster, and make every workout way more effective. Ready to train smarter, [...]