Had a Total Knee Replacement? What Your Physiotherapy May Look Like

In this month's South Simcoe Physiotherapy blog post, we are going to look at what physiotherapy may look like after a total knee replacement. It is important to note that one individual's rehab is not going to look like another - even though two different people get...

Understanding Your Movement With a Gait Analysis

Understanding your movement through a gait assessment can provide valuable insights into how your body moves, helping to pinpoint inefficiencies or imbalances that may be contributing to pain or discomfort. By assessing your walking or running patterns, a gait...

Get that D, the Sunshine Vitamin!

Vitamin D, “the Sunshine vitamin”  is an important part of our health & function. Increasingly so this time of year, as sun & UV exposure is at an annual low. If you suffer from “winter blues” there is a good chance you need more vitamin D in your life....

South Simcoe Physiotherapy: A Student’s Perspective

South Simcoe Physiotherapy is always happy to have high school and university students shadow our physiotherapists, whenever we are able!  Alex had a university student volunteer with him recently, and this is a post she wrote: During my time volunteering at South...

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Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Bracing:

Partnering for Recovery with Kratos Health, serving New Tecumseth and Orangeville areas in Ontario When faced with orthopaedic injuries or surgeries, the path to recovery can be challenging. However, there's a powerful ally that can significantly enhance the...

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Running Injuries

What every runner should know about 3 common running injuries Running can be a great escape for many of us living stressful lives.  It can contribute to a healthy lifestyle and can reduce the likelihood of death from all causes by as much as 30%...

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Air Boot

Everything You Need to Know About Air Boots for Foot and Ankle Injuries Air boots, also known as pneumatic walking boots, are devices designed to immobilise the foot and ankle after an injury or surgery. They are similar to traditional casts but offer more comfort and...

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Wrist Brace

Wrist Brace By Jayke.   Whether you are an office worker, play sports, or hobby crafting, wrist injuries and discomfort are a very common impairment. There are many different types of wrist injuries including (but not limited to) repetitive strains and sprains,...

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What knee brace is best for patellofemoral pain syndrome?

By Kathy Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a condition that causes pain in the front of the knee, typically due to the irritation of the patella (kneecap) against the femur (thigh bone). Knee braces can help alleviate the symptoms of PFPS by providing support and...

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Ankle Sprains

Ankle Sprains By Jayke Ankle sprains, often referred to as “rolling an ankle” is a very common injury and if you have never suffered one, it is likely you know someone who has. An ankle sprain refers to spraining (or stretching) of the ligaments in the ankle. The more...

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The Benefits of Bracing

The Benefits of Bracing By Kathy. Orthopaedic bracing can be helpful in rehabilitation for several reasons: Support: Braces provide stability and support to the injured area, reducing the stress on the affected joint and allowing it to heal properly. Alignment: They...

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Xact Nutrition

By Ryan. I began running about 4 years ago (at the age of 38) with the intention of never running any more than 5km and never running “competitively”. Like many former competitive athletes however, once the competitive juices started to flow, I was hooked! I soon...

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