Exercise has emerged as a key intervention in the fight against cognitive decline and dementia. Dementia is a general term used to describe a group of symptoms that affect memory, language and thinking abilities to the point that it affects one’s daily life. For many years, science has ignored [...]
Arthritis is the most significant chronic disease in Canada affecting 1 in every 5 Canadians.[i] The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis commonly leads to joint stiffness, pain and reduced range of motion. At Propel Physiotherapy, our therapists have experience providing customized arthritis physiotherapy programs that help [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
