Five Common Physiotherapy Questions, Answered by Physiotherapist, Jennifer Harvey. As an orthopedic physiotherapist, there are common questions I get from patients. They are all great questions, and because of the frequency I hear them, I thought I would compile a...
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Physiotherapy and back pain- work your core!
Core strength and back pain What is the core? The “core” refers to the group of muscles around the trunk that help stabilize and move the trunk. It is actually made up of 2 layers of muscles, known as the “inner unit” and “outer unit”. The inner unit refers to the...
Physiotherapy in Canada- a personal reflection
Physiotherapy across Canada. Ontario to Yukon I have been a registered physiotherapist for 7 years, and I have spent my entire “life as a physio” in Toronto, Ontario. I attended the University of Toronto for my Masters of Physiotherapy. My first job upon graduation...
Shovelling: how to stay safe this winter and prevent injuries! Physiotherapy Yonge and Eglinton!
Winter is here- stay injury free! With winter comes fun activities including skating and skiing. Winter can also bring on cold temperatures that bring snow and ice, making shovelling driveways necessary. Have you ever felt back pain after shovelling your driveway?...
Massage Therapy- Lymphedema
Lymphedema - Reduction Phase: Making it work with limited time & limited budget The reduction phase of treatment, the process of reducing the size of the area affected, is an intensive form of treatment requiring quite a bit of commitment and compliance from the...
Happy Birthday ALPHA!
ALPHA IS 6! November 2019 marks the 6th anniversary of ALPHA Health Services. Since its inception, the goal of ALPHA has been to provide effective, efficient and informed one on one care that will enable individuals to achieve their physical goals. The name ALPHA...
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About Alpha Health Services
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