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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The birth of your child can be a joyful, overwhelming, exciting, and busy time. Your little bundle of joy takes up almost all your time and fills your heart to the brim. However, the birthing process and the postnatal period where your baby requires so much of your care can be especially strenuous on your tired body. Fortunately, if you...
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Throughout our day-to-day, we all experience minor aches and pains. No matter your fitness level, there is always a risk of injury while we’re on the move. When we encounter pain, we often resort to a quick fix, like a heating pad or some over-the-counter medication, allowing us to get back on with our busy day. Unfortunately, not all aches...
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Back pain is common for a lot of people- it can be minor and manageable for some and debilitating for others. There are several different reasons why people experience back pain and while we often associate back pain with old age, it can affect individuals of all ages. Back pain can be related to work, sleep, stress, fitness, genetics, and...
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In recent years, physiotherapy has gained much popularity as a secondary medical treatment in addition to the conventional medical treatments provided in Canada. This form of alternative therapy is done by registered and experienced physiotherapists who work with patients to help treat bodily pain and help increase mobility whether it is a genetic problem, long-term health issue, or due to...
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