Athletic Therapy Education · May 13, 2025
Athletic training is only recognized in the U.S.—in Canada, athletic therapy is the certified profession. Learn the truth about student trainer programs, unpaid labour, and the risks of unsupervised care. This blog explains the key differences between athletic training vs therapy in Canada, and why proper use of athletic therapist titles protects both students and athletes.
Injury rehabilitation · January 12, 2023
Suffering from low back pain? Regular exercise is one of the most effective ways to manage it. Check out these 5 proven exercises that can help alleviate pain and improve overall function: McKenzie Extension, Pelvic Tilt, Cat-Cow Stretch, Plank, and Bird Dog. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise program
#lowbackpain #exercise # McKenzieExtension #PelvicTilt #CatCowStretch #Plank
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Injury rehabilitation · January 12, 2023
Hip pain can be a frustrating and debilitating experience, but understanding the underlying causes can help guide effective treatment. From osteoarthritis to bursitis to muscle strains, this blog post explores the most common causes of hip pain and provides information on symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options
Injury rehabilitation · January 12, 2023
The current recommended protocol for managing low back pain is a combination of non-pharmacological and pharmacological approaches, focusing on self-management strategies and early rehabilitation. Non-pharmacological approaches: exercise, education, and psychological interventions; pharmacological options: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and weak opioids. Surgery is generally only considered as a last resort.
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Injury rehabilitation · November 06, 2018
Conference Presentation at the Perspectives in Exercise, Health, and Fitness Conference 2018 (Kananaskis, AB), titled "Foam rolling, flexibility and fascia: Myths and misconceptions".
Injury rehabilitation · March 12, 2018
Another example of a weakness temporarily corrected with the very popular foam roller. Stimulating specific receptors brings back the weakness, but, correcting the weakness from its nervous system cause makes the weakness disappear. Now, attempting to aggravate the problematic receptors does cause weakness anymore.
Injury rehabilitation · February 28, 2018
Tired of temporary fixes for your aches and pains ... here's an example of a chiropractic spinal adjustment temporary fix compared to a PDTR treatment that is more permanent.
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