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So you just started physical therapy for your knee replacement and this means you can’t workout while you’re completing your rehab. This is totally wrong! Just because you’re coming to physical therapy for one ailment, whether it is a knee replacement, pain in your low back, or a torn rotator cuff, it does not mean […]
The ketogenic diet is a lifestyle that promotes and maintains ketosis. What is ketosis? Ketosis is the burning of fat stored in the body as opposed to the burning of glucose from carbohydrates. This is achieved through limiting your carbohydrates and increasing the amounts of proteins and fats in your diet. By doing this, our […]
A muscle strain of the lumbar spine is one of the most common causes of low back pain. This type of strain occurs when a force is created through the lower back. We all know that strenuous activities such as lifting a heavy box or sudden rapid movements involving the spine can cause muscles in your […]
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) accounts for 80% of reported dementia in the geriatric population globally (Gill & Mahdi, 2014). Thanks to the research of Dr. Alois Alzheimer and other neuropathologists, it has been commonly accepted that the accumulation of amyloid plaques (Aβ) and neurofibrillary tangles (NFTs) are responsible for the onset of AD. As these plaques […]
It’s all about your rotator cuff strength! Rock climbing is quickly becoming more popular as a sport, with indoor climbing gyms making it more accessible than ever. It is even coming to the 2020 Olympics in Japan, for the first time ever! Indoor climbing has enabled individuals, young and old, to safely enjoy the climbing […]
Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine. As healthcare professionals, we’re always looking for lateral and rotational components when assessing an individual’s spine. If a scoliosis is detected, the curvature is typically named by it’s shape and lateral convexity. A scoliotic spine can develop into a C-curve or S-curve and will commonly affect the […]
With May being National Stroke Awareness month, it is important to know that stroke is a medical emergency that is highly preventable, with exercise being key to such prevention. The effects of living a more sedentary lifestyle can vastly increase an individual’s chances of experiencing a stroke at some point in life. Living an active […]
Have you ever wondered what was that sudden onset of pain or tenderness felt right after lifting a heavy box off the floor? Or after getting tackled while playing with your kids? Or maybe you had an “Oh no” moment right after performing a physically demanding task? That is what you would call a muscle […]
Leading a healthy life can be approached in many ways – physical, mental, spiritual to name a few aspects. One approach to a healthy lifestyle is resistance training. Resistance training is an all-encompassing name for different types of training such as weightlifting, powerlifting, cross-fitting,body building, strength trainingand conditioning. Depending on your needs, there are excessive physical […]
WHAT TYPES OF STRETCHING ARE THERE? Dynamic stretching is a form of stretching to improve mobility while moving through a range-of- motion. It usually is done in a manner that looks like the activity or sport waiting to be performed. We always recommend performing dynamic stretches during a “warm-up” and prior to activity. Static stretching […]
