Residents to Registered Physiotherapists
It has been one year since we sat down with members of our staff impacted by the national Physiotherapy Competency Exam (PCE) cancellations to share their personal stories with us. At that time, Nick Li was a physiotherapy resident working in our Etobicoke clinic and Reggie Ragos, was a physiotherapy resident working in our Pickering clinic. As a recap, the PCE exam needs to be completed by eligible candidates before they can apply for an independent licence to practice physiotherapy in Canada. The exam shifted online due the pandemic and was cancelled four times in the previous year leaving [...]
Peterborough Physiotherapy Clinic Manager | David Friesen Spotlight
Get to know Peterborough physiotherapy clinic manager David Friesen. I am on a mission to spotlight our clinicians in 1-on-1 interviews that aim to help you get to know them a bit more on a personal level. In these candid discussions, we talk childhood injuries, childhood dreams, education, career paths, parenthood, and even some fun rapid-fire style questions. At Propel Physiotherapy, we strive to build meaningful connections with all of our clients. One of the parts of this job that many of us find the most rewarding is seeing that connection open people up to reaching for their goals [...]
Benefits of Walking
The benefits of walking are numerous. It is a fantastic way to keep fit and stay healthy. It is also an easy and free activity that the whole family can do. With the sidewalks clear and warm weather approaching, it is the perfect time to get started on a walking routine. In this article we will look at the benefits of walking, give you a great list of walking trails across southern Ontario that you can access year-round, as well as some great charity walks to support this month. Benefits of Walking Exercise is one of the best things we [...]
Cancer and Exercise: Benefits, Precautions and Guidelines
Gone are the days when cancer patients were told to rest during and after cancer treatments. Research has shown conclusively that exercise has numerous benefits for cancer prevention, as well as during and after cancer treatment. Due to increased screening and education as well as medical treatment advances, a greater number of cancer patients are living longer. Many types of cancer are now seen as a chronic illness that can be managed and controlled. With an estimated 2 in 5 Canadians (44 percent of men and 43 percent of women) expected to develop cancer during their lifetime,[i] exercise can [...]
Bell’s Palsy Treatment
Bell’s palsy is a form of facial paralysis that is thought to occur after a viral infection. Symptoms like facial drooping, difficulty closing the eye on the affected side, drooling and loss of taste can appear suddenly. Symptoms generally resolve on their own within a few weeks but can also be permanent. Physiotherapists are trained to assess your condition and provide a customized Bell’s palsy treatment plan. In this article we will look at the symptoms, causes and treatment of Bell’s palsy. We detail some of the stretching and strengthening techniques we use with some of our clients to [...]
How to Eliminate Barriers to Physical Activity for People with Brain Injury
Physical activity is an essential part of recovery from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). There is substantial evidence to support the benefits of regular exercise for people living with TBI regardless of the severity and complexity of symptoms. [i] Despite this evidence, adoption of an exercise program—and adherence to one—can be hindered by several barriers to physical activity. The Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines recommend people ages 18 to 64 years engage in 150 minutes a week of moderate to vigorous exercise.[ii] These can be activities that range from jogging to a group sport to swimming laps or taking a [...]