Tag: pelvic floor
While many people experience a pivot from an expected vaginal delivery to an emergency Cesarean Section (C-Section) birth. There are also many people who have a planned or scheduled C-Section. If this is the case, Physiotherapist can help prepare you in advance for the birth as well as the first … Continue reading C-Section Pre-hab and Rehab
Read moreThis past long weekend marks 8 years since we opened the doors at North Oakville’s Palermo Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre! Some of you may remember walking through the hallways of the brand new medical building in which our clinic is located, when there was no carpet and other units were … Continue reading Thank you for 8 Years!
Read moreWe LOVE our Half-moon Prana Yoga Bolster. We use it for restorative yoga poses, breathing exercises, and gentle thoracic spine mobilizations. With schedules changing over March Break we know that you may find that you love to relax with a Yoga Bolster too! At the end of next week (Saturday … Continue reading March Break Contest – Win a Yoga Bolster
Read moreWe get so comfortable in our little bubbles that we often take for granted what we know. In casual conversation with someone the other day I mentioned I was a Physiotherapist working in private practice orthopaedics (a “typical” community physio clinic). This person then asked: “Do you treat knees?” Now … Continue reading “Do you treat knees?” – From an Oakville Physio
Read moreIt’s a busy time of year for many people here in Oakville. Schedules are filled with gatherings, concerts, shopping time etc. It’s easy to start feeling overwhelmed during this time of the year. Having less sunlight can even affect us. During this time of year it is helpful continue to … Continue reading Self-Care of the Holidays – From an Oakville Physio
Read moreWith all the prep and business of Thanksgiving weekend, it can be easy to start hibernating for winter. This is the perfect weekend to spend some quality time with loved ones in nature. Enjoy the fall colours starting with a walk by the lakeshore in Oakville. Grab a warm drink … Continue reading Get Active This Long Weekend!
Read moreFall is definitely here in Oakville and that means… Thanksgiving weekend! Our team at Oakville’s Palermo Physio and Wellness will be taking a break this weekend to rest and spend time with family. We hope that you get a chance to do the same. Our Thanksgiving Weekend Hours are as … Continue reading Thanksgiving 2018 – Palermo Physio Clinic Hours
Read moreDuring pregnancy, pregnant women experience many changes in their body. For many women swelling in the legs and feet become an issue. While this can be uncomfortable, it is for other reasons it is important to wear compression. At our Oakville Physiotherapy, Massage and Foot Clinic, we recommend for pregnant … Continue reading Why it’s Important to Wear Compression Socks During Pregnancy
Read moreThe majority of men and women diagnosed with pelvic health issues such as endometriosis or chronic prostatitis, do not know that there are treatment options beyond medications and surgeries. In addition to the general population knowing little about alternative or supplementary treatment options, there are many healthcare practitioners that also … Continue reading A Few Surprising Things About Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Read moreRegistered Physiotherapists treat a multitude of issues that can impact people over a lifespan. One of the less talked about issues that Physiotherapists treat is urinary incontinence. What is Urinary Incontinence? Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of bladder control, and general bladder weakness. It have a large impact on … Continue reading Physiotherapy for Urinary Incontinence
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