The Blog
Why is the room spinning? All about BPPV
Have you ever experienced vertigo? It’s an awful feeling and can be debilitating. Learn all about the most common cause of vertigo, BPPV and what can be done to correct it.
What is the best form of exercise for low back pain? Can Pilates help?
Exercise is often recommended as a treatment strategy to decrease low back pain and it’s a strategy I commonly use in my physiotherapy practice. But which type of exercise is best for lingering back pain (pain lasting > 12 weeks)?
12 days of holiday self-care
The month of December can be a hectic one. Here are some simple ideas on how to make it through a busy season without neglecting yourself.
Is Dr. Google accurate? - A look at what Google suggests for low back pain
Do you look to Google for advice when you you have an ache or pain? Do you ever wonder if the information you are reading is accurate or up to date with current research? A current study looked at this with respect to low back pain…check it out!
“I threw my back out”…now what?
Have you ever experienced acute low back pain? Here are some thoughts on why it may have occurred and some initial strategies to help settle your symptoms.
Self care and your immune system
Prioritizing self care is a passion of mine. Here are some strategies to use self care as a way to improve immune system function. I discuss sleep, stress management, eating habits, and exercise as they relate to the immune system.
Get the most out of your physio visit
Unsure if how to prepare for a physiotherapy visit? Here is everything you need to know to be prepared for your visit and get the most out of it.
The dirt on dry needling
Maybe you have heard of dry needling…maybe you haven’t. Either way, here is all the dirt you need to know on this incredible technique.