You might have read that it takes 21 days to form a new habit. Well, there are conflicting reports on whether that’s too much or not enough time. Some studies show that it can take anywhere from 18 days to over 200 days for a habit to become automatic! What we do know for sure is that drastically changing everything …
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pt Health is incredibly proud to be marking its 25-year anniversary – a significant milestone and something worth celebrating! pt Health’s journey began in 1995 when Mark Cho, founder, opened his first physiotherapy clinic in Bowmanville, Ontario. Mark’s ambition was to offer multidisciplinary therapies that would provide more well-rounded care for his patients. Together with like-minded clinicians the clinic network …
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The turning of a new year symbolizes the turning of a new leaf for many of us, a chance to shed bad habits and start fresh. With a new year, we hope to see a new us. So what are the most common New Year’s Resolutions? Well, according to a 2017 survey, one-third of Canadians want to improve their fitness …
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The reaction to a physical injury or condition differs for every patient, but their overall mental well-being always plays an important role in their recovery. Some injuries or conditions can have a negative impact on a patient’s mental health, influencing the recovery process. Working with a psychologist can be extremely beneficial for this type of patient. The psychologists at pt …
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Another very common question we get from patients planning on booking an assessment at pt Health is whether or not we offer direct billing for Extended Health Benefits. The answer is yes, we do! What are Extended Health Benefits? Extended Health Benefits (EHB), also sometimes called Extended Health Care (EHC) or major medical benefits, are additional benefits that supplement expenses …
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Chronic inflammation is bad news. It’s been linked to cancer, heart disease, diabetes, asthma, and Alzheimer’s. It can also worsen autoimmune diseases, arthritis, food allergies, and other issues and conditions. But the good news is, we can do a lot to manage pain and disease through what we eat. Less Wheat, Less Sugar You may not be happy to hear …
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One of the most common questions we are asked at pt Health clinics across Ontario is whether or not our physiotherapy services are covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan, or OHIP. The short answer is yes and no. Read on to understand the specific cases where physiotherapy is covered by OHIP, as well as cases where it is not. …
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The following is a guest post written by Gillian Goerzen, a health & fitness coach in Nanaimo, BC who runs her own active site & blog over at superyou.ca. The content of this post does not necessarily reflect the views of pt Health or its employees. [pthealth_newsletter_signup]
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Calling all running fans! We’re pleased to present a Q&A with Jeff Barton, AKA Jeff the Runner, who – for lack of a better word – runs a website that offers “advice and stories from the intersection of running and life.” One of the main things Jeff focuses on with his website is how running can help clear the mind …
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