Chances are you know what arthritis is. The most common form is osteoarthritis, and you probably know at least one person living with it given that 13.6% of Canadians over 20 live with the condition¹. It can be a very painful condition that affects many aspects of your life, but receiving the diagnosis doesn’t have to spell doom and gloom for your future. Modern medicine has taken incredible leaps in the past several decades, and we have a much better understanding of the mechanisms and best course of treatment for many conditions and diseases, including osteoarthritis.

Spring is here! For many runners, this marks the return to outdoor running, trail running or just running in general. Unfortunately, it is also a time of year where we start to see an increase in overuse injuries related to running. If you are looking for further guidance to return to running, or improve your running performance, book today with one of our running specific physios!

Did you know that physiotherapy can benefit you during AND after your pregnancy? Chantal has a wealth of education in women’s health to better support you and your body as you go through this amazing process. Read more for how and what that looks like!

Learn about the importance of toe hooks and heel hooks with our Physiotherapist Elani!

When you have injury or inflammation in the jaw, it can be obvious or mysterious! It can appear as teeth pain, earaches, and even headaches. Learn about these symptoms and more in this month’s blog!

Massage Therapy is more than just a relaxation technique. Learn about all the ways it can help in this month’s blog!

Did you know Edmonton has it’s very own urban ice wall? Learn about the sport and the upcoming YEG Ice festival!

Excited for the holidays? So are we! Learn the favourite parts of the holiday season for all of your Physiotherapists!

Let us help you navigate your trip downtown a bit easier with this helpful guide.

We LOVE encouraging people to be active and supporting them in all their movement goals. A common thing I hear from my clients is “I should do yoga” or “I should run more”; my follow-up question is “well, do you like yoga or running?”. If the answer is no, then there is no need to do either of these activities! There are so many ways that we can move our body, the trick is finding one that you enjoy.

For most people that suffer a concussion, symptoms tend to resolve within 10 – 14 days. However, some will continue to notice symptoms for a longer period of time- a condition known as post-concussion syndrome. This month’s blog explores the pathology of concussion, some of the typical signs and symptoms of concussion, and how physical therapy can help!

Sleep is important for your health but it’s also an important factor in your injury recovery! Check out our sleep hygiene guide to help improve your sleep.

Fact or Fiction: It’s just part of getting older. Join our passion project to improve the quality of life in older adults!

The spring running itch has begun! If you have recently had a baby, you may be wondering if you are ready to start running. This month’s blog will explore what you should be looking for before hitting the trails.

For rock climbers the importance of our hands takes on added meaning. Not only do our hands become intricately tied to our ability to function during day-to-day tasks, but also to engage in what for many is the core of their social activity, fitness and enjoyment.

Have you recently been in a Motor Vehicle Accident? Pain, muscle tightness and headaches are unfortunately common following accidents, even at seemingly low speeds. Our neck, back, and postural muscles are particularly prone to injury, and this can be exceptionally disruptive to day-to-day life. We have developed this blog post to help you navigate the treatment and insurance process.

If you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis or are concerned that you may be developing some osteoarthritic symptoms and don’t know what to about it, make sure to visit a physiotherapist and they can help lead you down the rehabilitative path!

Dizziness and balance disorders can be extremely debilitating, and can make even simple daily activities such as cooking or showering a huge challenge. There has been an increasing awareness in recent years of the many potential benefits of physical therapy in this population. Many people are aware of what physical therapy looks like for someone with a sprained ankle, or a broken wrist, but what does therapy for dizziness and balance entail?

Are you climbing for fun or training to climb? Learn more with this month’s article from Ehryn!