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Back to Speed: The Next Stage of My Running Comeback
Working with a new coach and (hopefully) a new mindset had me excited for the beginning of my new training plan. Coach Sean and I had a couple of conversations prior to initiating the plan in order to get ourselves on the same page. When Sean sent me ove the first...
An Ankle Sprain Isn’t “Just a Sprain”: A Real Recovery Story
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries we treat at South Simcoe Physiotherapy. Whether they happen during sports, while hiking, stepping off a curb, or simply slipping on an uneven surface, many people assume they'll heal on their own with enough time....
Why Rest Isn’t Always the Best Treatment for Pain: The Role of Movement in Physiotherapy
For years, rest was considered the gold standard for treating pain and injury. If something hurt, the advice was simple: stop moving, avoid activity, and wait for it to heal. While short periods of rest can be helpful after an acute injury, too much rest often delays...
BPPV vs Other Causes of Dizziness: How to Tell the Difference
Dizziness is one of the most unsettling symptoms a person can experience. Many people describe it as spinning, lightheadedness, imbalance, or a feeling of being "off." One of the most common causes of dizziness is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)—but it's...
How to Sleep with Shoulder Pain: Night Relief Tips
Summary If you are trying to figure out how to sleep with shoulder pain, nighttime symptoms can make it hard to rest and recover. This blog explains why shoulder pain often worsens at night, the best sleeping positions for shoulder pain, and simple ways to improve...
ROTATOR CUFF INJURY? THE REHAB JOURNEY OF A 52 YEAR OLD CARPENTER
Shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints seen in physiotherapy clinics, and rotator cuff injuries are often at the heart of the issue. Whether caused by sports, repetitive overhead work, or age-related degeneration, rotator cuff tears can significantly limit...
Simple Ways to Relieve Lower Back Pain at Home in Simcoe
Summary This blog explains how to relieve lower back pain at home using safe exercises, movement strategies, and lifestyle adjustments. It also outlines what causes lower back pain and when home care may not be enough. For persistent or recurring symptoms, physio...
I Need an X-Ray First”: Why Imaging Isn’t Always the Answer
"I think I need an X-ray before I start physiotherapy." This is one of the most common things physiotherapists hear—especially from people dealing with back pain, neck pain, or joint issues. Imaging like X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans can be useful in certain situations,...
How Long Should Physiotherapy Take to Work?
Pain and injury can be frustrating, disruptive, and sometimes scary—especially when it interferes with work, exercise, or daily life. While physiotherapy is highly effective for many conditions, the timeline for improvement isn't always the same for everyone. So how...
The Best Vestibular Rehabilitation Exercises For Balance
Summary This blog explains how vestibular rehabilitation exercises help reduce dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems caused by inner ear conditions. It outlines what vestibular rehabilitation is, how the brain retrains balance through specific movements, and which...