by Gina Imbrogno | Jun 16, 2021 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
The pandemic has significantly altered the way we go about our daily lives, from the way we work and socialize, to the way we exercise. With access to the gym likely to remain limited or non-existent for the foreseeable future, we need to find alternative ways to stay...
by Gina Imbrogno | Apr 1, 2021 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
There’s a popular saying that running isn’t good for your knees. Many people believe that running leads to osteoarthritis, but that’s not actually the care. Those who complain about their knees after running have what’s called “runner’s...
by Gina Imbrogno | Jan 15, 2019 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
How’s your balance? Those slippery Winter-peg icy sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots can make it very challenging to stay on two feet! Our ability to balance depends on many things. Think of uneven terrain like a hiking path or a street curb, or an unsteady or...
by Gina Imbrogno | Nov 27, 2018 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
To help stay healthy during pregnancy, newly released 2019 Canadian Guidelines for Physical Activity Throughout Pregnancy recommend 150 min per week (over a minimum of 3 days/week) of moderate intensity exercise for women with uncomplicated pregnancies. Exercise...
by Gina Imbrogno | Oct 25, 2018 | Physiotherapy & Fitness
Have you ever had an annoying pain in your elbow when you try to lift something as light as a coffee mug? With gripping activities? Shooting a hockey puck? Or even after raking up your whole yard filled with leaves? Often elbow pain without major injury, specifically...