by Admin Reactive Health | Jan 26, 2021 | Education, Physiotherapy, Treatment, Wellness
by Harrison McIver, Physiotherapist Tendinopathy is a complex pathological process that can cause pain, weakness and reduced functionality on our body’s tendons, which are the tissues that connect our muscles to bones. A common diagnosis one would hear for the...
by Reactive | Mar 15, 2018 | Lifestyle, Massage, Physiotherapy, Pilates, Wellness, Yoga
It is a common misconception to associate the word flexibility with Gymnasts or Yogi’s. But to put it very simply, flexibility is the ability for your muscles and joints to move fluidly through their intended full range of motion. A very big reason why it is so...
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...
