by Reactive | Dec 20, 2016 | Lifestyle, Physiotherapy, Posture, Wellness
“Sit up straight, don’t slouch!” We’ve all heard this phrase many times as children. Parents seem to understand the importance of having good posture, but do they really understand why it is so imperative? Correct posture plays a fundamental role in the anatomical...
by Reactive | Aug 24, 2016 | Physiotherapy, Wellness
4.6 million people in Canada report suffering from arthritis, stiff, painful joints can make even an easy exercise program feel impossible. With countless research studies backing up the benefits of working out, can your loved one really afford to forgo their daily...
by Reactive | Aug 12, 2016 | Physiotherapy, Wellness
Muscle Strain Muscle strain, muscle pull, or even a muscle tear refers to damage to a muscle or its attaching tendons. You can put undue pressure on muscles during the course of normal daily activities, with sudden heavy lifting, during sports, or while performing...
by Reactive | Aug 3, 2016 | Massage, Physiotherapy, Yoga
Get Going Gently When pain in your SI joint flares up, your physiotherapist can bring you relief, but a few moves at home can help, too. It helps to be active, but start slowly, like with a few minutes of walking, swimming, or riding a stationary bike daily if...
by Reactive | Jul 13, 2016 | Massage, Physiotherapy, Wellness
So you or someone you love is pregnant, congratulations! This is an exciting time full of massive changes for the whole family. With pregnancy, the body grows and changes with incredible speed. So while Mom might be happy as can be, she may be experiencing some...
by Reactive | Jul 5, 2016 | Physiotherapy
Have you been experiencing numbness or tingling in both hands when you raising your arms over your head, when you’re washing or drying your hair, or perhaps during prolonged cleaning or overhead activities? It could be the symptoms of a condition known as...