Smart Home Technology to Support Aging in Place
Smart home technology has the potential to support aging in place by providing assistive tools that enhance independence, improve health and fitness, and promote social participation. If you're like most Canadians, you want to stay in your own home and community as you age. In fact, 96% of Canadians aged 65 and older said they’d “do everything they can” to avoid moving to long-term care.[i] In this article, we hope to share how occupational therapists can help integrate smart home technology with individual physical and cognitive abilities to support you with aging in place in a safe and healthy [...]
Meniscus Injury Treatment: The Role of Physiotherapy
A sudden twist on the soccer field. A deep squat in the gym that feels a little off. Or maybe just the slow, creeping stiffness that appears one morning when you get out of bed. However, it arrives, knee pain is a signal you can’t ignore—and a meniscus injury is often the culprit. For years, the standard response to a torn meniscus was surgery. But what if we told you that for many, the most critical tool for a full recovery isn't a scalpel, but a structured, physiotherapist-guided meniscus injury treatment program? Whether your injury is a sudden tear [...]
TMJ Disorders Management
Physiotherapy is an important component in the management of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, which are commonly associated with pain, restricted jaw mobility, and impaired functional activities such as chewing and speaking. Dysfunction of the TMJ often arises from muscular imbalances, joint restrictions or hypermobility, postural abnormalities, and habits such as clenching or grinding teeth. Physiotherapists employ evidence-based interventions—including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, and postural retraining—to alleviate pain, restore joint mobility, and optimize functional movement patterns. In this blog we look at the anatomy of the TMJ, symptoms of TMJ disorders, and how physiotherapy can help with the [...]
OT Psychotherapy: A Holistic Healing Approach for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery
Recovering from a stroke or brain injury is not just about functional rehabilitation—it’s about healing the whole person. As an occupational therapist (OT) and psychotherapist, my goal is to bridge the gap between functional recovery and emotional well-being to support individuals in reclaiming their independence, confidence, and quality of life. In this article, I explain what OT psychotherapy is and what an OT psychotherapist can do. In addition, I discuss why addressing mental health in neurological recovery is so important, how we approach holistic healing at Propel Physiotherapy, and who can benefit from this type of healthcare. Table of [...]
Fibromyalgia Treatment: Understanding Physiotherapy’s Role
Fibromyalgia treatment focuses on symptom management, as there is no cure. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that significantly affects a person's physical, emotional, and social well-being. It causes widespread pain and other symptoms that greatly impact quality of life, despite the absence of inflammation or structural damage to muscles, bones, or joints.[i] In this article, we examine the significant role physiotherapy can play in relieving and managing the symptoms of fibromyalgia, supporting individuals in improving their ability to participate in their everyday lives. Table of Contents: What is Fibromyalgia? Physiotherapy Management of Fibromyalgia Staying Active [...]
Strategies for Healthy Aging in Place: Strong, Steady, and Supported
What if growing older didn’t mean giving up the home you love? As Canada’s population ages, more and more older adults are saying the same thing: I want to stay in my home as long as I can. In fact, 96% of Canadians aged 65+ say they’d do everything they can to avoid moving into long-term care, according to recent government research.[i] As part of our growing effort to help Canadians age well, we’re spotlighting how aging in place – safely and independently at home – is not just a personal preference, but a growing national priority that requires [...]