by R_Shea | Dec 16, 2012 | Blog
An ongoing problem in physiotherapy, is the lack of ability to protect the term “physiotherapy”. In plain terms, in Canada, only a registered physiotherapist can claim to be a physiotherapist, but essentially anyone can claim to be providing “physiotherapy”. ...
by R_Shea | Nov 28, 2012 | Blog
It is well documented that physiotherapy helps with pain and function, but what about depression? A recent study in JOSPT found that people who received physiotherapy treatment after a work related injury not only had improved pain and functional abilities, but...
by R_Shea | Nov 5, 2012 | Blog
Most people are well aware of the benefits of sleep. From improved immune system, to better moods, to better concentration, getting enough sleep is extremely important. But what effect does sleep have on athletes and injuries? A study presented at the...
by R_Shea | Oct 14, 2012 | Blog
Low back pain/posterior pelvic pain is a common complaint during and after pregnancy. It is estimated that approximately 50% of all women suffer from back pain during pregnancy, and 37% of these women will have pain in the months following birth of their child...
by R_Shea | Sep 18, 2012 | Blog
I recently started a formal exercise program with Steve Coons, kinesiologist and owner of Thrive Fitness which shares a common space with us at South Simcoe Physiotherapy. Beginning this exercise program has been a great experience for me. I am too early in the...
by R_Shea | Aug 26, 2012 | Blog
One common question that I was asked during the summer Olympics was: “What is with the tape that so many of the athletes were wearing?” The colourful tape that the athletes were wearing is called kinesiotape. This tape has been around for several years, but is...
