Pain and Exercise Introduction Pain continues to be one of the leading contributors to disability around the globe. In fact, one of the most prominent reasons that individuals seek Physiotherapy or other Rehabilitative Services is pain. The International Association...
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What if your Body Pain and Inflammation was Caused by an Imbalance in your Gut?
While the gut remains the most overlooked system by most healthcare providers, it is the biggest difference maker in my practice for people who have been struggling to feel well again. The gastrointestinal system’s job includes: breaking down food, absorbing...
Happy New Year from ALPHA Health Services!
Dear Friends and Patients of ALPHA Health Services; I want very much, on behalf of all of us at ALPHA, to wish you all the best for 2021. COVID-19 has made 2020 a challenging, often difficult year for most and I do hope that the end of 2020 finds you and your...
The Basics of Lower Back Pain (Part 3): How to Progress Management – Ask a Physiotherapist!
The following is a general four week sample plan which focuses on general strengthening, posture, products and life style changes to help alleviate low back pain. If any of the exercises increase your pain, do not continue. For a more specific plan for your injury,...
The Basics of Lower Back Pain (Part 2): All About Management!
Before we go any further, it is important to seek medical attention if your back pain has any of the following characteristics: - the pain is worse at night or severe pain wakes you up - the pain is so severe that it is disabling, and there is no relief after a few...
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy: Frequently Asked Questions
Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Floor PT? My shortest answer is absolutely everyone can learn and benefit from a pelvic floor physiotherapy experience. Pelvic floor problems are not limited to a certain age or gender. I strongly believe that everyone can benefit from...
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At ALPHA Health Services, we strive to offer the best care, advice, and treatment to enable you to be as physical as you want to be, to get you living an active life, to allow you to reach your peak performance in sports, hobbies or regular life, and to encourage healthy aging. We believe in a holistic approach to rehabilitation and strive to get you back safely and as quickly as possible.