ProActive Rehab is celebrating Brain Health Awareness Month throughout March. As many of you may or may not know, ProActive Rehab provides a number of treatment options for those who are recovering from a mild traumatic brain injury/concussion such as physiotherapy, exercise therapy and massage therapy. Massage Therapy is one of the most forgotten/under-utilized interventions when it comes to post concussion treatment. There have been ongoing studies that provide evidence on the effects and ben...

Reclaim Your Rhythm By: Stacey Van Schyndel In support of February’s Heart Health month our clinic has been doing a ‘Reclaim Your Rhythm’ challenge.  The goal is simple – track your daily minutes of movement and report your weekly total.  There are no hard rules, just get your body moving.  Anything counts – walking, cleaning your house, snowshoeing, yoga, shoveling snow, etc.  While the top three winners get bragging rights, the beauty of the c...

Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by inflammation in the joints, which can lead to pain, stiffness and limited mobility. While there is no cure for this condition, physiotherapy can play a crucial role in managing and preventing arthritis. In this blog post, we will explore how physiotherapy can help individuals who are living with arthritis and how it can help prevent the onset of this condition. One of the main goals of physiotherap...

While the physiological benefits of exercise are well known, there are some unique and additional benefits of participating in aquatic therapy or aquatic programing. People can experience numerous psychological benefits when they engage in regular pool exercises. Aquatic therapy will not only help individuals strengthen their bodies and manage pain but can also improve their overall mental health. Below are a few unexpected psychological benefits of aquatic therapy. Stress Relief Swimming is...

Ask the Professional – Sarah Tyler RMT   Q: Can massage therapy be a good treatment option for concussion management? A: Concussions are a complex injury that can affect many different aspects of your health, and how you manage it can greatly affect your recovery. When it comes to rehab during initial healing from injury, the main focuses typically will be mood management, sleep hygiene, headache control, and cardiovascular exercise. Massage therapy can be an excellent addition to ...