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pt Health Running to the Bathroom and Not the Finish Line? Did you know that more than 40% of female runners report leaking during running or other high-impact activities? As common as it is to suffer from incontinence while running, it shouldn’t be happening. Many suffer in silence, or try to hide the embarrassing wetness, but…
pt Health 8 warm up exercises for the diamond this summer Note: You should consult a healthcare professional before starting this or any exercise program to make sure the movements are right for your needs. Planning to hit the diamond this summer? Whether it’s baseball, softball, or slow pitch, your warm up can help avoid injury…
pt Health Banish the neck hump: exercises to improve pain and posture Neck hump or hunchback are terms used for a condition properly called kyphosis. This postural change, which results in the appearance of a hump at the base of the neck can be uncomfortable, cause pain and affect overall physical functioning. Poor posture is…
pt Health How to reach your health and fitness goals this year A new year often marks when new commitments are made to a health and fitness routine. Here are some tips to help you be successful in reaching your goals this year. Be intentional and specific An achievable goal often starts with being intentional…
pt Health Looking for a new aerobic routine? Try the exercises in this video Note: If you have not been physically active or have any questions, check with your primary healthcare provider before starting a new activity program. If you feel dizzy or unwell while exercising, stop and rest before continuing. If the situation does…
pt Health When is the best time to stretch? Should you stretch before or after sports or exercise? As physiotherapists, we hear this question all the time. The answer: it depends, we need to consider the type of stretching, the goal to be achieved with stretching and the type of activity and/or performance. Let’s first…
pt Health Feel your best for the holidays with these 5 stretches The year flies by and before you know it, it’s autumn heading into winter. As we rake leaves, put away outdoor furniture, and start our holiday shopping, we might be left with sore and overworked muscles. Before you find yourself rubbing your neck…
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…
pt Health Here’s why you should try pickleball What’s one the fastest growing sports in North America? It’s a game you may be unfamiliar with, pickleball! A mix of tennis, badminton and table tennis, this much-loved sport was invented in 1965 and has become widely popular in the last 5 years. More and more individuals…
pt Health 4 benefits of tobogganing this winter Winter fun is a staple for living in Canada. It is a common sight to see people enjoying the great outdoors and doing activities like walking dogs, hiking, snowshoeing, skiing and tobogganing. Not only is outdoor activity a coping strategy for those long dark days of winter –…