Blogs
Active Physio Works on Global Edmonton: Post Covid 19 Rehabiliation and Recovery Program
Jun 17, 2021
Posted by: News
Global News recently interviewed James Dean, PT, BScPT, at our Sturgeon Medical Clinic and one of his patients suffering from the side effects of Long Covid. Thank you to the Esch family for sharing your story.
Our Active Physio Works Clinics offer the P…
Cycling Injury Prevention
Jun 02, 2021
The temperatures are getting warmer, the sun is shining brighter and the temptation to get outside is growing! Its time to dust off the bike, pump up the tires and get out to enjoy some fun on two wheels. With bicycles flying out of bike shop doors at reco…
Returning to Activity after COVID-19
Jun 01, 2021
Many individuals who have had COVID-19 will recover within a few weeks, but up to 85% of people, no matter the severity of their illness or their age, will continue to experience at least one symptom beyond this period. This is termed “Long COVID-19”, and…
St. Albert Strong - In Support of our Neighbours
May 07, 2021
Posted by: News
Our thoughts are with all of those affected by the fire last night in St. Albert. As we share a complex with the Citadel Mews retirement community, we witnessed the devastation first hand. We are grateful that the residents were able to get to safety due t…
Male Pelvic Health
May 06, 2021
Posted by: Candace Mazur, PT, MScPT
Men have a pelvic floor too!
The pelvic floor is typically talked about in regards to Women’s Health, but did you know that men have a pelvic floor too?
When a man’s pelvic floor is not working properly, it can lead to bladder problems, bowel problems, e…
Registered Massage Therapy & Your Self Management Program
Mar 19, 2021
Posted by: Chrystina Lowe, RMT
When you book in for a massage with Active Physio Works, our Registered Massage Therapists utilize manual therapy techniques along with assisted stretching and cupping. Treatment also included a self-management program with the following components.
In or…
Running After Baby
Mar 16, 2021
Posted by: Christine Christianson, PT, MScPT
Knowing when and if you’re ready to get back to running after a baby is an important question that is often not addressed. A lot of moms are itching to get back to the sport they love, however, it is very important to make sure you do it in a safe way.
H…
Active Physio Works: Shoulder Massage
Mar 05, 2021
Posted by: Mark Ellis, RMT
With people working from home more, or tension from things like text neck, you may find your shoulders and upper back feeling really tense.⠀Mark Ellis, RMT from our Active Physio Works Tudor Glen location shows us the technique for a guided partner mass…
Concussion in Sport
Mar 02, 2021
Posted by: Tracie Kukuchi, BScKin
Sport-related concussions continue to be a major issue among young athletes. Even with new information emerging on how to identify and treat concussions, the majority of athletes refuse to buy-in to these concepts. In fact, most people will say that they t…
Working from home? A Guide to Proper Ergonomics
Feb 09, 2021
Working from home is the reality for many nowadays leaving people to improvise a space to put in those long hours. While it may be a desk for some, others are stuck between the couch and kitchen table. So, while working from home is rarely ideal, here are …
