Massage Therapy…Not Just For Relaxation

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...

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Massage & the Young Athlete Written By: Kim Van Dyk RMT

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...

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Take a Deep Breath – Connect with Your Pelvic Floor!

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...

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Pregnancy, Postpartum & Your Pelvic Floor!

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...

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A Day in the life of a Registered Massage Therapist

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...

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What is Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?

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...

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Office Ergonomics: 10 Tips for Proper Desk Posture

Office Ergonomics: 10 Tips for Proper Desk Posture

Neck – neutral Shoulders – relaxed with elbows bent at 90-110 deg. Wrists – neutral Low Back – supported to ensure a small lumbar arch Hips – flexed at 90-110 deg. Knees – flexed 90 deg. Feet – flat on the floor or on foot stool Monitor – top of screen even with eye...

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