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August 12, 2025
Your Right to Choose Your Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Provider

(After a Motor Vehicle Collision and WCB Work Related Injury)You do NOT have to use your insurance company’s recommended clinic.As a patient, you have the right to choose who you see for your care. Why Choose Your Physiotherapist or Chiropractor? You already know and trust them (through friends or a trusted referral) Convenient location and […]

July 31, 2025
Staying Injury-Free during Hiking Season

Written by: Rachel Grant, MScPT, B.Kin We are fortunate enough to live just a few short hours from the beautiful rocky mountains! Whether you are an avid hiker and have years of experience under your belt, or have just started to explore the trails, injury prevention should be a top priority. Hiking injuries tend to […]

July 2, 2025
Beyond Pain Relief: How Acupuncture Can Help You Feel Your Best Year Round

Dr. Wanda Duong, Doctor of Acupuncture We’re already halfway through the year, and with summer in full swing, calendars quickly fill with travel, activities, and time outdoors. As you enjoy the warm weather, don’t forget to prioritize your health. Regular acupuncture treatments can help you feel your best so you can fully embrace the season. […]

June 4, 2025
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy: What is it and Who Can We Help?

By: Ellen Wedemire, MScPT, B.Kin Pelvic floor physiotherapy is slowly becoming a more well-known option in the rehabilitation world, but what exactly is it? Let’s start with the basics. The pelvic floor is the group of muscles and surrounding tissue at the bottom of the pelvis. It has many functions, the main ones being continence, […]

April 28, 2025
What Is Arthritis?

Written By: Dr Evan Steinke, Bkin, DC Arthritis is often talked about when we discuss joint pain and stiffness but there are so many different kinds that it becomes overwhelming to know what it is and if it applies to you. The word arthritis comes from, “arthro” meaning joint, and “itis” meaning inflammation, so in […]

April 1, 2025
Foot pain and the Tarsal Tunnel

Written by: Dr. Evan Steinke, B.Sc, DC Your foot and ankle are hosts to a considerable number of arteries, tendons, and nerves. Thesestructures have weaved in and around bones with very limited space. In the case of TarsalTunnel Syndrome (TTS) they pass through a rather small tunnel where they have the potentialto be compressed. As […]

February 26, 2025
What is Vestibular Physiotherapy?

Written by: Rachel Grant, MSc PT, BKin Vestibular physiotherapy is a specialized form of physical therapy aimed at treating balance disorders caused by issues with the vestibular system, which controls your sense of balance and spatial orientation. The vestibular system is located in the innerear and works closely with the brain to help you stay […]

January 16, 2025
Understanding Acupuncture: A Gentle Solution for Pain Management

Written by: Dr. Wanda Duong, Doctor of Acupuncture, R.Ac, B.Sc, Dip. TCM and Natural Nutrition Acupuncture, an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has been used for thousands of years to address a variety of health concerns, especially pain. This technique involves carefully inserting fine needles into specific points on the body. While […]

January 2, 2025
Preventing Injuries When Shovelling Snow

One of the most common winter injuries that we see in our clinic is lower back injuries from snow removal. If you’re not careful, this snowy chore can lead to serious pain and injury. As a Canadian, shovelling is just part of life so take a minute to read our winter shovelling tips. Shovelling snow […]

December 5, 2024
Discover the CORE to FLOOR Program by BTL

A Revolution in Wellness with EMSELLA and EMSCULPT Neo When it comes to achieving total-body wellness, few approaches address the importance of core strength and pelvic health as comprehensively as the CORE to FLOOR Program by BTL. This innovative treatment plan combines two cutting-edge technologies—EMSELLA and EMSCULPT Neo—to target areas often overlooked in traditional fitness […]

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