Physiotherapy
Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice
Gardening doesn’t have to be a problem if you have arthritis, and it can play an important part in keeping up your physical activity. In this booklet we’ll look at how garden layout, the right tools and pacing techniques can help
… READ MOREYou may find that arthritis makes everyday life more challenging at times. In this booklet we’ll go through each room in your home and give you tips on making changes to make life easier. We’ll advise you on what to look for when
… READ MOREIt’s well known that swimming is a good form of exercise for people with arthritis, but you don’t have to be able to swim to enjoy the benefits of exercising in water. This booklet aims to explain how and why hydrotherapy is used
… READ MOREPhysiotherapy is an important part of treatment for most people with arthritis. It helps you to keep your joints and muscles moving and gives you the confidence to continue exercising on your own. Visit Arthritis Research
… READ MOREOccupational therapy can play a very important part in helping you to manage your arthritis. It’ll help you find ways of continuing with your work, household tasks, personal care and hobbies independently and without straining
… READ MOREThis series on practical exercise is a tribute to Arthritis Research UK, the leading UK funder of research into the cause, treatment and cure of arthritis. The guides included here were some ten years in the making. The common
… READ MOREStanding frames provide a base of support for Standing Therapy to improve access to social, vocational and recreational activities while improving the body’s physiological functioning. A standing frame provides an alternative
… READ MOREInjuries to the knees are common in soccer. This is because the sport requires a lot of stopping and starting as well as quick changes in direction. There’s also a lot of running up and down the field, which takes its toll on knees.
… READ MOREThis knee conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, unless otherwise specified by your doctor or physical therapist. After your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance program for lifelong
… READ MOREThis is a general conditioning program that provides a wide range of exercises. To ensure that the program is safe and effective for you, it should be performed under your doctor’s supervision. Talk to your doctor or physical
… READ MOREThis foot and ankle conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, unless otherwise specified by your doctor or physical therapist. After your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance program for
… READ MOREThe WinSport Medicine Clinic is located within the Markin MacPhail Centre at Canada Olympic Park. A staff of clinical professionals offer an integrated approach to injury. The team includes Canadian Academy of Exercise & Sport
… READ MORERocky Mountain Adaptive provides adaptive sport camps for individuals of ALL abilities. The Rocky Mountain Adaptive Sports Centre offers all the fantastic summer and winter sports and adventure activities available in the Canmore,
… READ MOREPacekids is a dynamic, active environment, specializing in family-centred, therapeutic learning objectives that nurture each child’s unique developmental and physical needs through a variety of programs. Our personalized, tailored
… READ MOREChristine Meikle School is a unique setting for secondary school-age students with moderate to severe cognitive disabilities and/or complex learning, medical, emotional, sensory or behavioural needs. This program draws Junior and
… READ MOREDr. Gordon Townsend School is a unique scholastic setting in the Alberta Children’s Hospital. The student population is comprised of young people aged 5-19. These students are continuously admitted and discharged for their
… READ MOREThe Children’s Rehabilitation Program supports children, youth and their families enhance their participation in identified roles and activities. Services support children and youth who are not achieving their full abilities,
… READ MOREOssKin Evoke Occupational Therapy Outpatients provides occupational therapy to help a wide range of people with self-care, productivity, and leisure activities. Services include assessment, treatment, and education. Karen Van Heyst
… READ MOREA complete warm-up programme to prevent injury. Visit 11 for
… READ MOREA complete warm-up programme to prevent injury. Visit 11 for
… READ MOREA complete warm-up programme to prevent injury. Visit 11 for
… READ MOREHealth is key to development and growth. Football, the one passion that unites people of all ages, gender, languages, colour, cultures and religions, may prove a uniquely effective and low-cost tool in the world’s fight for health.
… READ MOREPediatric Neuromotor Clinic offers treatment, counselling, and coordinates care for children with cerebral palsy and their families. Ruby and her family. Alberta Children’s Hospital. Brandy Anderson CPP. Fresh Sugar
… READ MORERenfrew Educational Services is a not-for-profit society and registered charity that has been welcoming children and parents since 1974. Renfrew Educational Services has been a leader in education for children with special needs, and
… READ MOREEvoke™ knee brace highlights. OssKin If you’re thinking about having knee replacement surgery you’ll probably have lots of questions. In this booklet we’ll explain when knee replacement might be needed and what you can
… READ MOREOnce again, evidence shows that you can’t blame overuse injuries on seemingly obvious structural problems. I just love me some scientific evidence that thumbs its nose at conventional wisdom. Perhaps it is because professionals who
… READ MOREStudents from the Schulich School of Engineering addressed a common issue faced by wheelchair users as their final project before graduating — and in the process were recognized at the 2015 Capstone Design Fair. University of
… READ MOREOrthotic shoe inserts may work, but it’s not clear why. Benno M. Nigg has become a leading researcher on orthotics — those shoe inserts that many athletes use to try to prevent injuries. And what he has found is not very
… READ MOREOsteoarthritis, OA affects approximately one in 10 individuals and is equally prevalent in men and women, although there is higher prevalence in postmenopausal and obese women. Knee OA’s high prevalence is directly associated with a
… READ MOREPediatric Orthopedic Clinic provides assessment, treatment, and follow-up for children with complex musculoskeletal injury or problems. Alberta Children’s Hospital 2010. Fresh Sugar Photography by Brandy Anderson CPP. Pediatric
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