Frozen shoulder (also called adhesive capsulitis) causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder area, which can make it difficult to move. Shockwave therapy for frozen shoulder is one treatment option that a registered physiotherapist might suggest, along with other strategies, to help you return to a more normal and [...]
While the height of the pandemic is behind us, many of the long-term effects have continued to persist in our day to day lives. For many individuals, years of isolation, uncertainty, and anxiety have led to a state of apathy. Understanding and addressing post-COVID apathy is crucial for promoting [...]
I have incorporated HappyNeuron into my occupational therapy practices for about six months now. In this time, I have found benefits using this program with clients with: stroke, acquired brain injury, dementia and post-concussion syndrome. I first learned about HappyNeuron when talking with fellow occupational therapists that have had [...]
At Propel, we use an integrated approach to multiple sclerosis symptoms management that includes physiotherapy and occupational therapy. Evidence has shown that rehabilitation is still the only way to improve functional outcomes in individuals with multiple sclerosis.[i] Canada has one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the world, [...]
