By Hali Goddard, Registered Occupational Therapist When you hear “ergonomics,” you might think of adjusting an office chair or monitor. While that’s part of it, ergonomics is much more. It’s the science of designing workspaces, tools, and tasks to suit the people who use them—reducing strain, improving comfort, and helping you work smarter, not harder.Read more
By Ms. Terri-Lee Gleason, Registered Occupational Therapist, LSVT, Neuro Infrah Specialist Annually 15 million people worldwide suffer a stroke, 5 million perish and 5 million are left permanently disabled, placing a burden on family, community, and the health care system. According to the World Stroke Organization (WSO) each year over 62% of strokes occur inRead more
By Dr. Abigail Lindo, Registered Physiotherapist How Treating the Whole Person Can Improve Recovery and Wellbeing In recent years, there has been a growing interest in treating health problems by looking at the bigger picture, rather than just focusing on symptoms. This way of thinking is becoming more common in physiotherapy and osteopathy, where manyRead more
By Dr. Abigail Lindo, Registered Physiotherapist You might have seen athletes or celebrities with large round marks on their backs and wondered what happened. That’s cupping therapy, a natural healing method that has been around for thousands of years. It looks a little unusual, but many people say it helps with muscle pain, tiredness, andRead more
By Dr. Abigail Lindo, Registered Physiotherapist Understanding the Common Causes Lower back pain is one of the most common health complaints in the world. According to the World Health Organization, about 619 million people had lower back pain in 2020. That number is expected to rise to 843 million by 2050. For some people, theRead more
By Mr. Javier Waterman, Registered Physiotherapist Preventative care is an essential component of maintaining long-term health and well-being. It is a proactive approach to health management that focuses on preventing injuries and illnesses. One of the most effective ways to engage in preventative care is through physiotherapy and manual therapy. These therapeutic practices not onlyRead more
In today’s fast-paced world, stress is a common concern for many. Whether it’s the pressures of work, personal responsibilities, or constant digital stimulation, stress can negatively impact both physical and mental health. While many stress-management strategies exist, massage therapy remains a highly effective and often underutilized method. Used for centuries to promote relaxation and healing,Read more
By Dr. Carol-Ann Wooding, Registered Physiotherapist Kinesiology tape, also known as K-Tape or KT Tape improves mobility and reduces pain. K taping has increased in popularity in the last few decades, especially among athletes and physical and occupational therapy clinics. Its ability to increase mobility and reduce pain has made its use common in rehabilitationRead more
By Miss Kianna Gittens, Registered Physiotherapist What is Manual Therapy? Manual therapy involves the therapeutic application of external force on body tissues, typically using the hands (Kerry et al., 2024). It is a widely practiced intervention aimed at alleviating pain, improving mobility, and enhancing overall function. Modern Framework According to Kerry et al. (2024), historically,Read more