Understanding Blue Monday and Seasonal Affective Disorder

Understanding Blue Monday and Seasonal Affective Disorder

pt HealthMental Health, Wellness

Seasonal shifts can affect mood in ways that feel hard to explain. Many people notice lower energy, reduced motivation, or a sense of emotional fog as winter deepens. These changes often raise questions about Seasonal Affective Disorder and how it differs from common winter low mood. The idea of Blue Monday appears often during this period, creating more interest in …

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Concussions 101: causes, symptoms, and recovery

Concussions 101: causes, symptoms, and recovery

pt Healthconcussion

Recognizing and properly managing a concussion is essential to ensure safe recovery. Although symptoms vary from person to person, a concussion can impact the whole body, leading to physical, mental, and emotional effects. Early detection and treatment can help those affected return to activity safely.   Curious how to recognize a concussion when it happens? Read on to learn more …

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How to set fitness goals that feel good and last

pt HealthKinesiology, Physiotherapy

It’s a familiar story: you set a new fitness goal with great intentions, but a few weeks in, that motivation starts to fade. When progress stalls, it’s easy to blame a lack of willpower, but the real issue is often the plan itself. A goal that lasts is one that’s realistic, clear, and built for your actual life. Note: These …

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5 tips for safely shoveling snow

pt HealthPain, Physiotherapy

While the snow may look beautiful, it can come with an increased risk of injury for the many Canadians who shovel each year. From twisting the body to trying to move too much all at one time, strains and sprains from snow shoveling can affect daily activities.  Check out these tips to help reduce the risk of injury while you …

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7 tips to help avoid injuries this fall

pt HealthInjury Prevention, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy

As the leaves fall and the weather cools, many of us jump into yard work. Whether you’re hauling patio furniture, raking leaves, or trimming branches, movements with excessive stretching, lifting, pulling or pushing, twisting and turning, can lead to overexertion and injury. The good news? By taking a few precautions you can help avoid injuries during your autumn clean up. …

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Work smarter not harder: 4 tips for an ergonomic workstation

pt HealthBack pain, Ergonomics, Neck pain, Occupational Therapy, workplace-wellness

Setting up your workstation can help prevent injuries. Ergonomics helps you reduce the physical demands and risks placed on your body in any space. With these tools, you can easily arrange any workstation to prevent pain and reduce injury, whether you work from home, the office, or even on your feet.   What is ergonomics?  This applied science of ergonomics is …

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3 exercises to reduce shin pain

pt HealthExercises, Sports Physiotherapy

Note: The shin pain exercises and/or stretches in this blog are not intended to replace the advice of your physiotherapist. Starting a new exercise, stretch, movement, or activity may result in some expected stiffness and soreness. If you are unsure, please speak to your physiotherapist before attempting any of the suggestions below. Have you ever experienced shin pain? Commonly referred …

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Physiotherapy for golfers

pt HealthExercises, Sports Physiotherapy

With warmer weather here, many Canadians are ready to head out to their favourite golf course and enjoy the game they love. But what if you’re experiencing pain or discomfort in your golf swing? While golf is a low impact game, it’s very common for golfers to develop injuries, as nearly 50% of all amateur golfers report at least one …

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Summer challenges for vestibular patients

Summer challenges for vestibular patients

pt HealthVestibular Rehabilitation

Summertime, and the living is not so easy … if you have a vestibular disorder Summertime conjures up images of getting outside, traveling, going to social gatherings, having a few drinks on the patio.  This sounds great and relaxing to most people –  but if you have a vestibular disorder, these activities can be a real challenge and can make …

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