Shockwave Therapy for Achilles Tendinopathy
At Propel Physiotherapy, we often recommend our clients try shockwave therapy for Achilles tendinopathy rehabilitation. Due to its low-intensity nature, treatment can be observed with little, to no, side effects. Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive therapeutic device that works by delivering acoustic waves to the site of injury. The machine uses kinetic energy to reach the target area via a small applicator at the head of the SWT handle. This energy penetrates the skin sending a radial wave as deep as 7 centimetres into the body, with the highest pressure felt at the surface of the body. What is Achilles Tendinopathy? [...]
Top 5 Heart Healthy Foods
When it comes to eating, not all foods are created equal. In particular, when it comes to eating to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, there are clear winners and losers. As we try to bring attention to cardiovascular health and what we can to reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease during heart health month, we are taking a closer look at heart healthy foods and those foods to avoid. Heart disease affects approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults, and is the second leading cause of death in Canada. The current body of evidence shows that a diet high in fiber, [...]
Maintaining Heart Health During Orthopedic Injury Recovery
Maintaining heart health during orthopedic injury recovery is part of our objective for treatment when you come to Propel Physiotherapy. After suffering any type of orthopedic injury, traumatic or non-traumatic, your normal day-to-day routines will change — making that objective increasingly challenging. Whether you have injured your upper body, lower body, or both, activity levels are more than likely to decrease as you take time and rest to recover from your injury. Unfortunately, when you've been injured, on top of dealing with the initial injury, there can also be negative implications for cardiovascular health. How Complex Orthopedic Issues Affect Heart [...]
Effects of TBI on Heart Health
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result in impairments of neurological, cognitive and physical functions. The effects of TBI on heart health can be complex and variable due to several factors, including age, stage of brain injury and symptoms. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the effects, specifically heart rate variability, resting heart rates, and anxiety. In addition, we examine some research around controlled exercise rehabilitation for post-concussion syndrome. Table of Contents What happens to the body when you sustain a traumatic brain injury? Symptoms of traumatic brain injury Effects of TBI on heart [...]
Group Fitness Bootcamps: The Benefits
Group fitness bootcamps have risen in popularity over the past two decades; and for good reason. The benefits of group fitness bootcamps are numerous. The nature of the workouts can help eliminate several barriers you might face in starting and sticking to a regular routine of physical activity. When starting any new workout program, there are multiple factors that can contribute to your success or failure. Lack of time, nervousness about physical abilities, a lack of motivation, or the costs associated with certain activities are just some of the major factors that can diminish your internal drive to exercise and prevent [...]
Benefits of Hiring a Personal Trainer
The benefits of hiring a personal trainer from Propel Physiotherapy go far beyond getting an exercise program based on your physical goals. They can help remove barriers that prevent you from exercising regularly and help you develop a positive attitude toward healthy lifestyle behaviours. Our personal training team is made up of registered kinesiologists and exercise physiologists with experience working with clients with a wide range of injuries and health conditions. This means that regardless of your life circumstances or physical abilities, they can help you reap the benefits of regular physical exercise in a safe and effective way. Benefits [...]