by Ryan Shea | Feb 11, 2026 | Blog, Back Pain, Treatment Methods
Sciatica is one of the most commonly self-diagnosed conditions we see in physiotherapy. Many people arrive convinced they have a pinched nerve in their back because they feel pain in their buttock, hip, or down the leg. But sometimes, what looks like sciatica... by Ryan Shea | Feb 10, 2026 | Blog, Rehabilitation, Running
Leading up to the long awaited day that I was allowed to start running, I was met with emotions of both genuine excitement, and some level of anxiety. In the 6 years that I have been running, this is by far the most significant injury that I have experienced and... by Ryan Shea | Jan 22, 2026 | Blog, Rehabilitation
Once I went through the various stages of acceptance (and yes, many times I have thought “you teach both prevention and how to diagnose these types of injuries to other physiotherapists and to patients”), I grabbed a set of crutches from the clinic and... by Ryan Shea | Jan 13, 2026 | Blog, Physiotherapy
In today’s digital age, many of us spend long hours at desks—working, studying, or even gaming. But sitting for extended periods, especially at an improperly set-up workstation, can lead to a range of physical issues: neck stiffness, lower back pain, carpal... by Ryan Shea | Jan 2, 2026 | Blog, Massage Therapy
Summary How Massage Therapy Helps Relieve Stress and Anxiety What Type of Massage Is Best for Stress Relief? How Often Should You Get Massage Therapy for Stress? Long-Term Benefits of Regular Massage Therapy Choose Expert Massage Therapy at South Simcoe Physio in... by Ryan Shea | Dec 29, 2025 | Acupuncture, Blog
Summary If you’re living in the Simcoe County area—whether in Alliston, Tottenham or the surrounding community—and you’ve been dealing with persistent pain, you may be wondering: what exactly is acupuncture and how does it really work for pain relief? At South Simcoe...