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South Simcoe Physiotherapy- guess our anniversary!
This month South Simcoe Physio is celebrating 10 years of service. It’s been 10 years since we opened our doors here In Alliston and it has been an honour and a pleasure serving New Tecumseth and the surrounding communities. We look forward to many more years and are...
Pre-season/baseline testing for Concussions- Physiotherapy Alliston
Have you or one of your loved one’s ever been unsure if you might have suffered a concussion? Have you been told that you suffered a concussion but been unsure if you were ready to return to sport safely? Do you play a sport such as hockey,...
The Anywhere/Anytime core workout!
Many of us, myself included, have now experienced, or will experience at some point in the future, the dreaded 5 day “Covid isolation”. Although it is necessary to remain isolated within your home and to stay away from others, it is also important to stay...
Introducing Complete Concussion Management to South Simcoe Physiotherapy!
1 in 5 athletes will suffer a concussion over the course of their season. In the USA alone it is estimated that there are up to 3.8 million concussions per year. In Ontario reports indicate that 42% of all concussions reported in hospital...
Elbow pain and double crush syndrome; physiotherapy in Alliston
Let’s talk about elbow pain! Many people experience lateral elbow pain and immediately think of tennis elbow. Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylagia, is a common overuse injury where the common tendon origin of the wrist extensors becomes irritated...
Urinary Incontinence in Women; Physiotherapy in Alliston
Debunking the Myths Surrounding Urinary Incontinence in Women Ever heard the saying “I laugh so hard that tears roll down my legs”? I hear from a lot of women that they could never jump on a trampoline or keep their legs uncrossed when they laugh, or they always need...
Should I exercise or rest after a concussion? Pearls of wisdom from your Alliston physiotherapist
If you’ve recently suffered a concussion, you might be confused about when and how to return to exercise. Traditionally, many healthcare professionals have recommended mental and physical rest until concussion symptoms resolve, but unfortunately...
PEACE and LOVE – how to manage acute injuries. Physiotherapy Alliston
Give yourself some PEACE and LOVE… A question I get almost daily is how to best manage an acute injury. For example, say, you sprain your ankle. It’s warm, swollen, painful, and difficult to walk on. So, what do you do next? Is it best to...
Watch for the gap: rectus diastasis!
The term rectus diastasis refers to the separation of the abdominal muscles (the “6-pack muscle”) away from the midline of the body. Rectus diastasis is common during and after pregnancy, due to the body adapting to the growing baby. Sometimes the separation will...
Prevent your next running injury!
As we head into the doldrums of winter, some of us are starting to ramp up our running in preparation for our next (virtual) event. Here are some common mistakes that lead to the vast majority of running injuries that I see in the clinic: Increasing your...
South Simcoe Physiotherapy
Hours & Location
Monday: 8am to 6pm
Tues-Thurs: 8am to 7:30pm
Friday: 8am to 5pm
Address: 180 Parsons Road, Unit 8 Alliston, ON L9R 1E8
Contact
Phone: (705) 250-6000
Fax: (705) 250-7000
Email:
info@southsimcoephysio.ca
SOUTH SIMCOE PHYSIOTHERAPY
Registered physiotherapists offering one-on-one manual therapy, IMS, and acupuncture in Alliston, Beeton, Tottenham, New Tecumseth and surrounding areas
Phone:
Fax: (705)
Email: info@southsimcoephysio.ca