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Four common culprits for dizziness and vertigo

pt Health Four common culprits for dizziness and vertigo For many Canadians, dizziness or vertigo interferes with their daily life. Having a better understanding of symptoms and their triggers can be empowering. It can lead to helpful conversations with healthcare providers and support an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Lifemark vestibular physiotherapists hosted a free…

Osteoporosis: a silent disease

pt Health Osteoporosis: a silent disease Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become thin and porous, decreasing bone strength and increasing the risk of breaking bones. It’s often called a silent disease because you can’t feel your bones weakening. For some people, breaking a bone is the first sign of osteoporosis. Others notice…

5 movements and exercises to prepare you for hiking

pt Health 5 movements and exercises to prepare you for hiking As the days get warmer and longer, you may be thinking of going hiking, or an outdoor adventure with friends and family. Here are some tips that can help you get ready to hit the trails, make the most out of your time, and prevent…

May is National Physiotherapy Month. So what is physiotherapy?

pt Health May is National Physiotherapy Month. So what is physiotherapy? Did you know that May is National Physiotherapy Month? While many studies show that receiving the right care after an injury can make a big difference in your recovery, not everyone is familiar with physiotherapy. So what is physiotherapy? Also called physical therapy, physiotherapy…