Our team of trained and certified acupuncturists at Physiomobility will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan that addresses your specific health concerns. At Physiomobility, we practice Medical Acupuncture and dry needling, also known as Western Acupuncture, which uses stimulating trigger points and regional points. We also use Traditional Chinese Medicine points for […]
As winter approaches, occasional slip-and-fall accidents are inevitable. Hidden ice patches can be a hazard for everyone, even the fittest among us. From a strained back muscle, dislocated shoulder to more severe injuries such as fractures, falling can cause a variety of injuries. Thankfully, there are lots of easy strategies you may use to prevent […]
The Bottom Line: When back pain makes it challenging to move around and do daily tasks, physiotherapy is one of the best treatment options. With the help of a physiotherapist, you will get rid of the pain much faster and will move more freely, which also reduces the possibility of developing a chronic back pain […]
Neck pain and headaches can be debilitating, affecting your ability to carry out everyday activities and lessening your quality of life. These conditions can be extremely painful, which is why they are one of the leading causes why people visit a physiotherapist or a chiropractor. Headaches can be brought on by an acute whiplash injury […]
There is no doubt that gardening is physically demanding, as many people have complained of back pains due to the dexterity involved in the activity. The underlining reason why most gardeners complain of back pains is because most of the beckoning garden duties require people to bend at different angles for a very long period […]
Yoga or Pilates, which one is for me?
June 16, 2017
Exercise, General, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Pilates
Yoga and Pilates are usually popular options for people who want to improve mobility and sculpt muscles. While both of these are beneficial for the overall health and well being, there are some contrasting differences between the two that make each of them suitable for reaching different fitness goals and individuals with varying needs. In […]
The modern, sedentary lifestyle poses a number of health-related challenges. One big challenge is how to avoid assuming unhealthy positions that may lead to poor posture during long work hours sitting behind the desk and working with computer. Maintaining an optimal posture is important because poor posture is not only causes a number of musculoskeletal […]
What are the common causes of neck pain? There are a number of reasons a person can experience acute or chronic neck pain. Some of the most common causes include: Sleeping in the wrong position Sports injuries Poor posture Repetitive motion, such as while swimming or dancing Whiplash injury Degenerative disc disease Herniated disc Arthritis […]
Hopefully, this is the last snow fall of 2017. People love the snowflakes coming down during the joyful winter season but they hate what comes with it: freezing rain and snowstorms. Rightfully, with accumulation of the snow on driveways and sidewalks, people become more cautious doing activities such as walking and shoveling during the winter […]
Tips to Prevent Back & Neck Pain in the Workplace
December 1, 2014
General
Improper Desk Ergonomics Can Strain Your Back and Neck Thornhill Chiropractor, Dr. Richard Collis, gives important tips for preventing neck & back strain due to improper desk ergonomics: ♦ Sit back in your chair so that the small of your back is touching the back of the chair ♦ Push yourself and your […]
