Get Moving Again with These Helpful Tips! Did you know that 80 percent of the U.S. population falls short of the Physical Activity Guidelines recommended by the Department of Health and Human Services? Millions of Americans are risking serious health consequences simply because they do too much sitting and not enough moving around. You may
Discover Ways to Lead a More Active Life! How many reminders do you have every day that you don’t get enough physical activity? Running shoes are collecting dust in your closet. The yoga mat is curled up in the back of your car. You keep paying for the gym membership, but don’t actually use it.
If you have surgery coming up, you probably have a long list of to-do’s and things to prepare before your operation. But one important thing to add to that list is scheduling a consultation with a physiotherapist, chiropractor, or massage therapist! Many people think that physiotherapy, chiro, or massage therapy would only be needed after
Millions of people spend several hours each day sitting at a desk. People who spend much of their day in a sitting position are at a higher risk of developing serious conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Many of these individuals may also be at risk of suffering from repetitive use injuries. It’s
We wanted to let our patients know that the second provincial lockdown, beginning on December 26th, will not impact our services and Ottawa Health Group will remain open. We remain committed to looking after our beloved patients during these challenging times and assure you that we have strict health and safety measures in place to continue
Do you experience tired, sore, or achy muscles throughout the day? Are you recovering from an injury or surgical procedure? Do you have a condition that brings pain to your bones or joints? Whatever the case may be, we can create a personalized treatment program for you, to help increase your energy and help you
Stretching is an important part of physiotherapy, and many physiotherapists, chiropractors, and massage therapists will include specific stretches into their sessions. Strength and endurance are both undeniably important; however, stretching is a crucial part of anyone’s exercise regimen, whether you are an athlete or someone coping with aches and pains. Stretching helps in increasing flexibility,
