Mobility issues can have a significant impact on our daily lives at any age. For older individuals, diminishing mobility can make it difficult to perform routine tasks such as walking, climbing stairs, or getting in and out of a car. This can lead to decreased independence and feelings of frustration or isolation. For younger individuals, mobility issues can result from...
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Car accidents can be life-altering events leaving individuals not only with vehicular damages but also with potential injuries that can linger long after the collision. Among the most common injuries sustained in car accidents is whiplash, a neck injury caused by a sudden forceful movement that whips the head back and forth. In Kitchener-Waterloo, and indeed throughout Ontario, those recovering...
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The link between our mental and physical health is indisputable. The connection between the body and mind shapes our experiences, influencing not only how we feel physically but also profoundly impacting our mental and emotional states. As researchers from diverse fields learn more about humans, our society has begun to foster more holistic approaches to understanding the mind-body connection and...
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We're all familiar with the term "physiotherapy" or "physical therapy," as it is sometimes known, but not many of us know what it entails unless we've had it. Physiotherapy is a form of healthcare that focuses on nurturing, repairing, and sustaining physical mobility and overall well-being in individuals. Physiotherapists are highly trained healthcare professionals who can combat many types of...
Continue readingAs we live our lives, injuries, both minor and major, are an unfortunate reality that many individuals face. Whether you're an athlete pushing your limits or someone going about their daily routine, injuries can disrupt your life and affect your health. Fortunately, professional physiotherapy clinics are well-equipped to address a wide range of common injuries, providing effective treatment and support...
Continue readingPain is a common ailment that affects individuals of all ages and backgrounds. These days, there are various methods available for pain management- both traditional and holistic. At Highland Physio, we are a multi-disciplinary physiotherapy clinic in Kitchener that offers a 360 approach to treating conditions, utilizing several different methods to create a patient plan. In the world of physiotherapy,...
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Getting older is a simple fact of life, and many of the changes our bodies go through, like greying hair and wrinkles, are unavoidable. However, when it comes to your muscles and joints, not all symptoms of aging are inevitable. We are always learning more about how the human body works. People generally regard slowing down as they grow older...
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Our feet quite literally bear the weight of our bodies all day long. Whether you’re on your feet for work, exercise, or just the business of everyday living, standing and walking for extended periods can lead to pain and fatigue in the feet, legs, and connective joints. These issues are often exacerbated by ongoing ailments in the feet and toes....
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The business landscape in Canada is moving ever-faster towards remote, computer-based, desk-centric professions. While this is an exciting time for entrepreneurs, it’s also proving to be a considerable danger to our health and wellness. In a thriving metropolis like Kitchener-Waterloo, many of us find ourselves tethered to a desk for several hours a day. Despite this investment of our time,...
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If you are someone who has struggled with vertigo, you know firsthand how frustrating it can be from an unclear diagnosis to receiving multiple treatments with no avail. Vertigo is challenging for physicians to diagnose because the causes are not clear and symptoms can be hard to describe. Vertigo is one of many physical symptoms that affect our vestibular sensory...
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