The Essential Role of Physiotherapy
National Physiotherapy Month is a time to connect with people in the community and help the public better understand what physiotherapy is and how it can help lives. The COVID-19 virus has challenged all aspects of our profession, in hospitals, rehab settings, private clinics and in the community. As we navigate the new normal of pandemic life, we are taking this opportunity to discuss the essential role of physiotherapy and our vision for the future. Physiotherapy is a profession that assesses, diagnoses and treats conditions that may be present from birth or acquired. Physiotherapists are experts in assessing movement [...]
20-Minute Body Scan Meditation
Performing a daily body scan meditation can help us to reap the benefits of a mindfulness practice. So much of our day to day lives are often spent living in our heads, caught up in thoughts, expectations or ruminating about certain feelings or emotions. Other times we spend living outside ourselves – daydreaming, predicting future events, judgement about others or about how things should be. The events of the past months have led us to pause and reflect on what’s going on currently in our lives. As tragic and uncertain as these times may be, these moments can also [...]
Focal Brain Injury: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Focal brain injury is a subtype of traumatic brain injury. Traumatic brain injuries can be categorized according to the mechanism of the injury or the severity and type of trauma occurring in the brain. In this article, we discuss the possible causes, symptoms and treatment options for survivors of focal brain injury. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes for an acquired brain injury[i]. According to a research article, risk factors such as age and sex affected the likelihood of one sustaining a TBI[ii]: Men were 60-80% more likely than women to sustain a TBI [...]
Acupuncture for Scar Tissue Treatment
Acupuncture can be used to address damaged tissues by activating the physiological responses that can decrease sensations of pain and soreness. As a registered massage therapist and acupuncturist, I have recommended the use of acupuncture for scar tissue treatment in cases where it can effectively help the healing process. In this article, we examine the nature of scar tissue, how the body heals, as well as when and how acupuncture can be effective in scar tissue treatment. What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is the application of a stimulus (energy) in the form of an acupuncture needle, to a meaningful location on [...]
Mobile Physiotherapy in Peterborough
After having our first child in March 2019, my wife and I decided that it was time to relocate from our small apartment in downtown Toronto. We looked at many different options, but after much debate, we decided that Peterborough would be the right spot for us! Just an hour outside of Toronto, but with full access to all of the outdoor activities we love, the Kawartha region seemed to call our name. In November 2019, we bought our first house and moved to the west side of Peterborough shortly after! Once we knew where we would be living, [...]
Tele-Rehabilitation Services & Emergency Care Needs
These are unprecedented and challenging times for people all over the world. It is particularly stressful for those vulnerable in our society including the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions. The COVID-19 virus has challenged all aspects of our health care system including hospitals, rehab settings and private clinics. At Propel Physiotherapy, we closed our clinics on Wednesday, March 18 to ensure the safety of our clients, staff and community. Staff will continue to answer phone calls and to help answer all your questions and needs. Remember that we are available by e-mail, Instagram, and Facebook as well! In-Home [...]