Tag: arthritis
As Physiotherapists, RMT’s, Chiropodists and Yoga Therapists we see many people who have osteoarthritis. We may or may not be treating them for issues directly related to the arthritis. What is Osteoarthritis? There are many different types of arthritis. Some affect the joints, some affect the tendons, muscles and ligaments. … Continue reading Osteoarthritis & Physiotherapy
Read moreWe are coming up to the end of the longest year ever! 2020 has been a challenging year to say the least. As we come up to the end of the year, many people are looking to make sure they have their new pair of custom orthotics before the end … Continue reading Last Date for Custom Orthotics
Read morePain that persists beyond its expected period can impact a person’s life significantly. Sleep, mood, and activities of enjoyment can all be affected. With more information on pain medication dependence, more people seek out alternate options to manage their pain. Our Oakville Acupuncturist, Massage Therapists, Physiotherapists and Yoga Therapists can … Continue reading Acupuncture for Pain – Oakville Acupuncturist
Read morePhysiotherapy is an essential service… …but because it can often be so hands-on (meaning that it requires personal contact) it is not social-distancing friendly. This means that a lot of people who can benefit from Physiotherapy, and a lot of people who were already receiving it, have not been able … Continue reading Is Telerehab for me?? (ie virtual physio or Telehealth physio)
Read moreAs many people age they may notice that they aren’t as quick with movements, they can’t get up and down form the floor as easily, and their reaction time seems to slow down. To a certain extent this is “normal”. As we age we lose strength, we get more stiff … Continue reading Trips and Falls are Not Inevitable as We Age
Read moreIt’s international sleep day. Most people don’t consider the importance of sleep, until it becomes an issue. In our Oakville Physiotherapy and Wellness Clinic we see many people where sleep is problematic. Our Oakville Physiotherapists see people who have their sleep disrupted by painful conditions, acute injuries, or even after … Continue reading The Importance of Sleep – From an Oakville Physio
Read moreWhy did you decide to become a Physiotherapist? Going into university I knew I wanted to come out of it with a career that would help people. At first I thought it would be something in psychology because I find the motivations behind why people do things fascinating, but after … Continue reading Team Tuesday – Meet Oakville Physio Kristina!
Read moreYes Physiotherapists treat acute and sports injuries. We also treat chronic and progressive issues. Osteoarthritis(OA) of the knee is incredibly common and only getting more prevalent as the population ages. Traditionally, medical management has taken a palliative approach – essentially pain medication followed by an inevitable joint replacement. The implication … Continue reading Did You Know: Physio’s Treat Knee OA Too!
Read moreThe team at Oakville’s Palermo Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre would like to welcome Physiotherapist Claire Corbett to the clinic. Claire is a welcome addition to our Oakville team that includes Physio Lisa, Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) Josephine Ong, and Chiropodist (Foot Care Specialist) Brittney Wirtz. For our patients convenience her hours … Continue reading We’re Growing!
Read moreWe see many people at our Oakville Wellness Centre, for a variety of issues, who have been prescribed Orthotics (specialized foot / shoe inserts) in the past. For example someone comes for Physiotherapy for knee pain, they have very “flat feet” and were given Orthotics from a different practitioner previously. … Continue reading Yes! Your Custom Orthotics Should be Comfortable!
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