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Multiple Sclerosis and Fatigue

Fatigue is one of the most common, and can be most frustrating, symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). It isn’t the same as simply feeling tired after a long day. MS fatigue is unpredictable, overwhelming, and can impact every aspect of daily life. Yet because it can’t be seen, it’s often misunderstood or dismissed. Studies show […]

Understanding Dystonia

Last week in our weekly staff professional development session, James shared some really useful updates about a condition called Dystonia. What is Dystonia? Dystonia is a relatively common movement disorder. It happens when muscles contract in unusual ways, which can cause twisting, repetitive movements, or abnormal postures. Sometimes, muscles that usually work against each other […]

Respiratory Physiotherapy – How We Support Your Lung Health

Weekly Staff Professional Development Topic Your breathing plays a big part in your overall health, energy, and independence. Sometimes, certain health conditions, like neurological conditions, arthritis, or even long periods of reduced activity can make it harder for your lungs to work at their best. At our clinic, we keep an eye on your lung […]

The Role of Physiotherapy in Migraine Management

Migraines affect more than just the head. They are a complex neurological disorder that can significantly impact daily life. While medication is often front and centre in migraine treatment, physiotherapy is a key component in a well-rounded management plan, particularly when musculoskeletal and vestibular components are involved. Understanding Migraine Beyond the Headache Migraines are not […]

HOW YOUR NECK, UPPER BACK AND RIBS WORK TOGETHER!

Weekly Staff Professional Development Topic Ever felt tightness in your neck, stiffness in your upper back, or noticed that taking a deep breath feels restricted? These sensations can often be traced back to how your spine and ribs are moving — or not moving — together. In a recent weekly Staff Professional Development Session, Liz, […]

PHYSIOTHERAPY CONSIDERATIONS IN SPINAL CORD INJURIES (SCI)

Weekly Staff Professional Development Topic Last week, our physiotherapy team engaged in our weekly professional development session focusing on the key considerations and best practices when treating individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI). This session provided us with the latest evidence on important areas such as strength training, spasticity management, stretching, transfers, and other […]

UNDERSTANDING PAIN

Weekly Staff Professional Development Topic Your Story Matters! Pain isn’t simply about injury; it’s better understood as an alarm system for when our body perceives danger. This system is influenced by more than just what’s happening in the body and tissues. Our brain, emotions, and experiences all play a role. The good news? Your […]

FUNCTIONAL NEUROLOGICAL DISORDER (FND)

Weekly Staff Professional Development Topic Last week in our staff Professional Development Session, we spoke about FND! What is FND? FND is a common neurological condition where there is abnormal function of the nervous system. The nervous system is made up of two aspects; the “hardware”, which encompasses the nerves and brain; and the “software”, […]

PAIN PSYCHOLOGY

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3 Common Causes of Dizziness!

Dizziness is an umbrella term used to describe a range of sensations, such as light headedness, feeling giddy or faint, woozy or unsteady. It is a notoriously tricky sensation for many people to describe, however it is very common! In our last email, we discussed BPPV or otherwise commonly known as “Vertigo” which is one […]

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