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Healthy Aging: A Holistic Approach to Aging Well

Aging is a part of life, however, your approach to it can dramatically alter your experience. Physiotherapy can reduce the incidence and … See more

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Exercises for Seniors: Core & Balance Training

WEBA balanced program of exercise for seniors that includes aerobic training, strengthening, flexibility and balance can greatly mitigate the effects of aging. Balance …

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Choosing the Right Walking Aid: Canes, Walkers, Rollators & More

WEBFor instance, a person living with advanced stages of Parkinson’s disease may require a two-wheeled walker with sleds to ensure that the walking aid does not roll …

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Running for Seniors: The Effects of Aging and Training for Injury

WEBReduce risk of cardiovascular disease and metabolic disease (reducing blood pressure, cholesterol and body fat) Improve cognitive function. Improve balance and …

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Steps to Achieving Goals for Your Physical and Mental Health

WEBSetting goals is a great way to help improve your physical and mental health. Whether you are training for your first marathon, recovering from a serious injury, trying …

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How to Motivate Older Adults to Exercise

WEBPhysical Activity Guidelines for Older Adults. To achieve health benefits, and improve functional abilities, adults aged 65 years and older should accumulate at least …

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Benefits of Good Posture: How to Find Your Optimal Posture

WEBPatient specific optimal postures can help: Improve of muscles when the client is standing, walking, or sitting. Limit or address some aspects of pain or soreness …

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How to Improve Heart Health

WEBYour heart is a muscle and its job is to pump oxygen-rich blood to the body and send oxygen-poor blood to the lungs. It is integral to all of our body’s systems and …

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Benefits of Regular Exercise

WEBExercise Improves Heart Health. Exercise is good for your heart and cardiovascular system. In fact, it is essential in the prevention of heart attacks and …

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Injury Prevention: Strategies to Prevent the Most …

WEBFall injury prevention is an important strategy in helping to maintain mobility and independence in the older population. These strategies can include: Modifying the …

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Healthy Workplace Practices to Help Employees Do Their Best

WEBThe pandemic has caused increased levels of stress and anxiety. Many people are facing challenges both at home and at work. During Canada’s Healthy …

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Health Articles News Insights Tips

WEBInterstitial cystitis treatment requires a multifaceted approach tailored to your unique needs. Interstitial cystitis (IC), often referred to as painful bladder syndrome, is a chronic …

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Effects of TBI on Heart Health

WEBAccording to Brain Injury Canada, symptoms of a traumatic brain injury can be physical, cognitive, or emotional. [ii] Some examples of symptoms include: Fatigue. …

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Benefits of Nordic Pole Walking for Seniors & Neurological Rehab

WEBImproved balance and stability: The use of poles in Nordic walking provides additional support and stability, reducing the risk of falls, which is a significant concern …

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Maintaining Heart Health with Spinal Cord Injury

WEBFor cardiometabolic health benefits, adults with a SCI are suggested to engage in at least 30 min of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise 3 times per …

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Static Balance vs. Dynamic Balance Exercises

WEBExercises to improve balance can be split into two categories, static balance vs. dynamic balance. Static balance is our ability to hold our body in a specific position …

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Physical Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder

WEBAutism spectrum disorder (ASD) can affect both cognition and development. Although ASD is most associated with social or communication challenges, physical or …

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Pelvic Floor Muscles' Five Important Roles

WEB1. Organ support. The pelvic floor muscles support our bladder, uterus, rectum, and important abdominal organs against gravity and any added downward …

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Physiotherapists & Occupational Therapists Collaborate to …

WEBPhysiotherapists and occupational therapists have a sibling-like rivalry. We share similar educational background and training but we play very distinct roles on a …

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