Understanding the stages of sleep can reveal why some nights leave you feeling refreshed while others fall short. By exploring how each stage impacts your overall rest, you’ll gain insights into how to optimise your sleep quality and wake up truly restored. When we sleep, it is normal to think about how long we […]
The human body is designed for movement, yet modern life often demands prolonged periods of sitting, particularly in work environments. This sustained posture can lead to various postural changes, some of which may be detrimental to health if not addressed. Some common postural changes that occur as a result of prolonged sitting are: Slouched Posture […]
Have you ever experienced a tight muscle or been told that you have a muscle knot? Have you experienced severe discomfort or pain from stiff muscles? There are hundreds of muscles in the body and they control every physical movement we do. They are being used on a daily basis to allow us to do […]
Golf is a sport that demands significant amount of physical and mental strength. As the golfing season in Ontario is well underway, we aim to enhance your game by providing additional insights on improving performance through understanding back pain and the importance of mobility. One of the most common injuries seen with golfers is back […]
Have you complained of headaches that pound behind one eye? Have you felt pressure at the front or the back of your head for hours that goes away with a Tylenol? There are different reasons one individual could have headaches: Sinus issues, Blood pressure issues, exertion, Migraines, Muscle tension in the neck and shoulders, Whiplash […]
Take care of your body, it is the only place you have to live.
– Jim Rohn
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is the leading cause of heel pain, occurring with irritation of a band of tissue located at the base of the foot called the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia plays an important role in the biomechanics of the foot, including dynamic support of the arches, providing shock absorption and […]
Have you found yourself asking: What is this osteopathy that my insurance plan covers and how is it different from Physiotherapy or Chiropractic? Good Question What is Osteopathy Osteopathy is a patient centered form of manual health-care that involves different aspects of the person’s neuro-musculoskeletal system including the muscles, joints, nerves and other skeletal tissues. […]
Foam rolling is a popular method of myofascial release with many benefits. One of the great things about it is you can do it yourself, any time. All you need is a foam roller! Oftentimes, this technique is used pre- or post- workout, but it’s also incredibly beneficial for those who work behind a desk […]