Healthview Journal
Our blog on clinic news, therapies, conditions and best practices
Patients will sometimes ask if they can correct their posture. If we measured or took pictures of a persons posture before and after treatment we would often see little to no physical change. For example, someone may show you an x-ray of a crooked back and claim they can straighten the spine. This would be nearly impossible to accomplish and I have never seen any science supporting such claims. In my experience and in discussions with colleagues the general opinion is that dramatic postural change it is extremely challenging. I do think however that postural management is an important component to treatment and in combination with other therapeutic tools can be very effective..... Not feeling the way you want ? Need some help? See our Athletic Therapist In addition to treating acute and chronic injuries Kaylee can help you with a clinic and home health and exercise program that can change your life. Furthermore her services are covered under most insurance plans. With 2014 around the corner you may want to maximize your benefits. If you contact the office we can inquire and explain your coverage. "This is more affordable and practical then a personal trainer. Our goal is to train you to be independent and put you in control of your health." A consultation includes an interview and complete assessment of motion, strength, and flexibility. Now the fun begins as we create a plan to success so that you can reach your goals. A specific exercise and general fitness program will be developed for you to begin. Follow ups every 1-3 weeks to track progress and provide progressions. Everybody is unique in body type, general condition and goals. My job is to put together a program to satisfy all aspects of each client. I am a motivated practitioner and would like to use my energy and specialized training to help you achieve your goals. I define my success as a therapist by results and satisfaction of my clients. Physiotherapy is a discipline that deals with recent and chronic injuries, pain, and biomechanical problems. Examples of conditions that can benefit from physiotherapy include sprains and strains; back and neck problems; headaches; jaw pain; shoulder injuries; repetitive-strain injuries; and arthritis. The primary therapeutic goals are to alleviate pain and other discomfort; reduce stiffness, inflammation and swelling; promote healing; strengthen weakened muscles; and restore balance and coordination. The health literature has recognized the relationships between one body region and the functional performance of another. Simply put one body part (i.e., feet) has a compensatory effect on other body regions (i.e., upper body, golf swing). This rational translates into the premise that the body functions as a whole as opposed to functioning regionally. In this case I am comparing one regional body part (your feet) and the use of foot orthotics in affecting the body as a whole, in an effort to enhance golf performance. Running season is here again. After a long winter we are excited about gearing up for another fun summer of tearing up the paths and pounding the pavement. Maybe its time to shop for some new runners or the latest athletic garb? A few tunes may help the miles go by or a new watch may help track our times. We are anxious to get started and feel the ground beneath our feet, the warm sun on our face, and the wind at our back. Its easy to get caught up in the excitement and over exert ourselves in the first couple of outings. Post activity we notice a sore knee,hip or back? Now your wondering if this pain is nothing to worry about or if it will present any future problems. I had seen a great piece a few years ago on the possible benefits of treadmill desks. The article and researcher from the Mayo Clinic had demonstrated significant positive benefits from using treadmill work stations. Ever since I have wondered about getting one but they were scarce and very pricey at the time not to mention is was a new idea that needed to be worked out a bit more. Nowadays plenty has been written and many types exist on the market and therefore this equipment is more practical and affordable today. Anyhow here are a few links to a couple articles and a few product options that I was able to find on line. Treadmill desks: How practical are they? Treadmill desk (Wikipedia) Can you move it and work it on a treadmill desk Why every office should switch to walking desks Robert Muir Clinic Director Healthview Therapy Centre 5118 Roblin Blvd, Winnipeg MB Many people seek out physiotherapy services to help them with neck pain, headaches, and jaw pain which can be related to injuries, arthritis or poor posture. I have found that pain in these areas can often be traced, in part, to improper neck and head support while sleeping. So, in addition to physiotherapy, exercises and posture correction, it can also help to select a new pillow that provides better support and suits your personal needs.
Over the 30+ years I have worked as a physiotherapist, patients have asked me a number of questions that I would like to answer in our upcoming newsletters. The first question I would like to address is:
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