A Beginner’s Guide to Ultrasound Guided Injections
Does this sound like you? 1. 57-year-old male is experiencing right hip pain that is affecting his quality of life and simple day to day activities. X-rays revealed that the cause of his pain is mild to moderate osteoarthritis. He has been diligent with physiotherapy...
3 ways walking can be a step towards pain relief!
As a physiotherapist, I often hear patients say “I need to exercise more” or “I just need to get back into an exercise routine.” These comments have been especially common during the recents months as gyms and other exercise facilities have reopened. It is true that...
Why is Sleep so important?
Something we do every night, at least try to! Sleep is a vital part of staying healthy and feeling energized throughout the day. Don’t get enough sleep, and it will catch up with you. Here are some tips from the professionals at BSMP to help you get the best night...
Plantar Fasciitis- What is it?
The alarm clock goes off, your feet hit the floor and as soon as you stand up, you experience stabbing pain in your feet for the first number of steps. That is certainly not the right recipe for starting the day off right. If this happens to you, you might be...
Massage Therapy…Not Just For Relaxation
Stressed out? Injured? Feeling tired? Want a better quality of life? Why not get a massage? By receiving regular massage you are relieving your body from the physical and mental stresses that develop during our everyday lives. There is no denying the power of massage...
Massage & the Young Athlete Written By: Kim Van Dyk RMT
Massage therapy is often an overlooked component of good athletic training. Yet the benefits of including this type of “passive” modality into an athlete’s routine can mean the difference between reaching training goals in a more balanced way and overstressing the...
Take a Deep Breath – Connect with Your Pelvic Floor!
With every breath, our pelvic floor and diaphragm are meant to work together, creating and regulating pressure. Deep breathing while using the ribcage, abdomen and diaphragm activates our Vagus Nerve, helping us move into a calmer parasympathetic state (“rest and...
Pregnancy, Postpartum & Your Pelvic Floor!
Pregnancy and childbirth is an exciting and unique time in a woman’s life. The body is changing in so many ways physically, emotionally and mentally. Sometimes pregnancies can feel fantastic and easy and other times pregnancy can be exhausting & stressful. As a...
A Day in the life of a Registered Massage Therapist
If you’ve never had a massage by a Registered Massage Therapist (aka RMT’s)– you’re missing out! Massage Therapy is seen by many people as an integral team member in the pursuit of wellness. Being an avid athlete when I was growing up, massage was always something...
What is Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?
So What Exactly is Pelvic Health Physiotherapy? Pelvic Health Physiotherapy is the assessment and treatment of various conditions that involve the pelvic floor muscles and surrounding areas. Our goals are to improve pelvic floor function through exercises, lifestyle...