by R_Shea | Aug 12, 2013 | Blog, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Treatment Methods
A couple of months ago, I had the opportunity to attend a lecture put on by the orthopaedic division of the Ontario Physiotherapy Association. The keynote speaker at this lecture was a Canadian physiotherapist named Diane Lee who spends a great deal of her time...
by R_Shea | May 26, 2013 | Blog, Rehabilitation, Shoulder pain, Treatment Methods
Upon completing a course on the Mulligan method a couple of weeks ago, I also had an opportunity to learn from perhaps the best known shoulder specialist in physiotherapy; Lyn Watson. Lyn is a physiotherapist from Australia where she has the opportunity to work...
by R_Shea | May 7, 2013 | Blog, Pediatric Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Treatment Methods
Last weekend I had the opportunity to partake in a great educational opportunity right near home at Canadian Forces Base Borden. Thanks to Captain Georgette Mink who organized the event, several physiotherapists (the majority whom were military), had the opportunity...
by R_Shea | Feb 9, 2013 | Blog, Pediatric Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Treatment Methods
After a couple of days of solid snow, everyone around Alliston is remembering what winter is supposed to be like. If you are like me, you spent a good deal of time shovelling the driveway and walkways yesterday and perhaps found some muscles that you forgot you had. ...
by R_Shea | Jan 20, 2013 | Blog, Pediatric Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Treatment Methods
I often have conversations with parents who are concerned that their children are wasting their lives playing video games all day and night. Certainly, the popularity of video games has increased over recent years and more kids appear to be spending extended periods...
by R_Shea | Nov 5, 2012 | Blog, Pediatric Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Running, Sports Injuries, Treatment Methods
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...