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Concussion Awareness
Rowan's Law Rowan’s Law was named for Rowan Stringer, a 17-year-old high school rugby player from Ottawa who died tragically in 2013 from a condition known as “second impact syndrome”. After suffering an initial concussion, Rowan continued to play rugby and...
In-Utero Malposition
One of the biggest concerns my pregnant patients have is the position of their baby in-utero. In fact, this is one of the main reasons we get so many referrals from midwifery clinics. This is a valid concern as every pregnant woman knows that proper positioning of...
R.I.C.E.
Rest. Ice. Compression. Elevation. This treatment protocol has been used for over four decades by healthcare professionals, trainers, athletes and lay people alike to treat acute injuries. But what does the research say? Is this an appropriate method to treat acute...
A Therapist’s Perspective on Anxiety
Leaving out complicating factors like significant trauma, or medical diagnoses, here are my thoughts on anxiety. A couple paraphrased quotes to get you on the right page when it comes to managing anxiety: “spend 95% of your time understanding the problem, and you’ll...
Well Child Appointments
"Building a generation of abundantly healthy & mind-body strong children is a strong commitment I make to you, the caregivers and guides of our next generation". As a mother to two naturally wild and free children and a health care provider with 16 years...
Anterior Pelvic Tilt.. What is it? What can I do about it?
If you think of your pelvis like a bowl full of soup and you then take that bowl and spill the soup in front of you, that position is called an “anterior pelvic tilt.” The internet is full of trainers, doctors, physiotherapists, and many other people saying...
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome… Huh??
What is it? Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a term used to describe knee pain involving the kneecap (patella) and the thigh bone (femur). Normally, the kneecap will glide along in a groove in the middle of the thigh bone, however, the kneecap can be pulled to...
The Benefits of Maternal Singing
What is maternal singing? Maternal singing is a term used to describe the way parents sing more expressively, more slowly, and at a higher pitch level when singing to an infant. This mentoring is done to promote emotional regulation in early years and enhances memory...
Massage Therapy & Your Nervous System
Everybody loves the feeling of relaxation. Maybe for you this is a sunny day tanning on your deck, taking in the fresh air by breathing in through your nose and out through your mouth. You are focusing on nothing but enjoying that moment - pure and utter bliss fills...