Start the New Year Strong: The Benefits of Massage and Physiotherapy After the Holidays

The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and connection. Whether it’s traveling to visit loved ones, hosting festive gatherings, preparing elaborate meals, or indulging in a little too much shopping, these activities bring happiness but can also leave us feeling physically drained. It’s not uncommon for the post-holiday period to bring a slew…

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From Stiffness to Strength: Reclaiming Shoulder Mobility After Breast Cancer Surgery in Vaughan

Understanding the Impact of Lumpectomy and Lymph Node Removal Breast cancer treatments, such as lumpectomy and lymph node removal, can be lifesaving but often come with side effects that impact daily life. Among the most common challenges after these procedures are shoulder mobility limitations and upper extremity edema, a swelling that often affects the arm…

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An Introduction to Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy, an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is increasingly being integrated with modern massage therapy to enhance therapeutic outcomes. Ancient medicinal practices also led to the development of cupping therapy with its purpose to remove toxins from the body. It is currently used worldwide by people of varying concerns; athletes use…

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Returning to the Ice: A Journey Through Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery and Physiotherapy

In February, we shared a case where a 57-year-old retired athletic male experienced a left rotator cuff tendon tear, due to fall while playing hockey. This blog chronicles the inspiring recovery of a patient who, after undergoing this surgery and diligently following a 12-week physiotherapy program, triumphantly returned to the hockey rink. Understanding Arthroscopic Shoulder…

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Shin Splints and what we can do to help!

Here’s a quick clip of physiotherapist Djoanna treating shin splint patient with acupuncture and manual stripping techniques. Shin splints cause pain along the inner edge of the shinbone where muscles connect. Runners face a high risk of developing them. It’s crucial to seek professional guidance before they disrupt your workout routine. There are steps you…

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