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Opioid abuse in Alliston? Try physiotherapy!
An article in last week’s Alliston Herald was of particular interest to me. The article reports that opioid abuse in Simcoe County is quite high. In fact, the Simcoe Muskoka Disrict Health Unit reports 30% more emergency room visits due to opioid use than the rest of...
Alliston Physiotherapy; To ice or not to ice? That is the question!
A recent article in the Toronto Star questioning the efficacy of ice in treating acute soft tissue injuries has certainly sparked some debate. The article, which cites Gary Reinl the author of "Iced: The illusionary treatment option", states that the use of ice is...
Alliston Physiotherapy: who to vote for in this coming election?
Hey everyone, I won't get too involved in the upcoming election talk, except to say that the current government is implementing an unfair system resulting in the redundant "regulation" of regulated health professionals. The result is going to be more difficult access...
Physiotherapy in Alliston: Painful shoulder? We can help!
A few weeks back I had the opportunity to spend a weekend in Guelph learning from renowned Australian physiotherapist and shoulder specialist Lyn Watson (http://www.lynwatsonshoulderphysio.com.au/). Despite having to battle what appears to be one of our last...
Physiotherapy Alliston; Doctor wait times and how we can help…
After reading a recent article in Macleans, I was inspired to write a blog about wait-times for physicians in the province of Ontario and how I believe we as physiotherapists may be able to help reduce them. The article describes how the Harper...
Alliston Physiotherapy; My “beefs” with motor vehicle insurance and FSCO
I recently sent this letter to my MPP. I encourage you to do the same if you are a healthcare provider, have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, have purchased insurance, or are tired of getting it "stuck to you" by insurance companies! Please feel...
Alliston’s Manual Therapy/Physiotherapy Headquarters!
December has been a busy month for the three physiotherapists at South Simcoe Physiotherapy, with all 3 of our therapists working to improve their manual therapy skills in order to continue to provide the highest level of care for all of our patients. First off, we...
Physiotherapy Alliston; Make Christmas special for a family in need!
At South Simcoe Physiotherapy we have decided to help make Christmas special for a young family in need. With the help of our local My Sister’s Place, we have decided to sponsor a single mom with a 4-year-old son, and 2-year-old daughter. We are collecting...
Physiotherapy Alliston; Book your massage now!
South Simcoe Physiotherapy is pleased to announce the addition of Allison Elliott, Registered Massage Therapist to our team. Allison is an Alliston resident who brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our team. She graduated from the Sutherland-Chan...
Physiotherapy Alliston; The move has finally come!
After months of negotiations, drafting drawings, applying for permits, and a 6 week top to bottom renovation, we will be opening at 180 Parsons Rd Unit 8 in Alliston this coming Monday October the 21st! The new clinic will allow for added privacy, a newer more modern...