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Frailty and Strength Training

Frailty is a common condition that comes with aging. It causes many physiological factors to weaken and decline, leaving older adults more susceptible to injury and illness. Strength training is a very effective way to treat, manage, and even prevent symptoms of frailty. Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Physiotherapy in Stittsville can provide older adults with personalized exercise programs that focus on increasing muscle mass and strength, which significantly decline with frailty and age.

What is the McKenzie Method in Physiotherapy?

The McKenzie Method is used in physiotherapy to assess injuries or discomfort of the musculoskeletal system, with focus on self-management. Anything that affects the spine, joints, muscles, or tendons can be evaluated using the Mckenzie Method. Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Physiotherapy Stittsville can use the McKenzie Method to form a treatment plan and improve symptoms.

How To Choose The Right Physiotherapist?

Whether you are looking into physiotherapy for personal interest, or your doctor has recommended it, choosing the right physiotherapist for you is important! Here are some tips our physiotherapists at Stittsville recommend for finding the right fit for you!

Massage Therapy and Sunburns: Understanding the risk

Unfortunately, massage therapy is not recommended if you have a fresh or peeling sunburn. Our massage therapists at MotionWorks Physiotherapy Stittsville emphasize the importance of avoiding massage therapy with sunburned skin.

Physiotherapy for Swimmer's Shoulder

With summer in full swing, it’s finally perfect swimming weather again! Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Physiotherapy Stittsville outline how they can help you prevent and/or manage the symptoms of swimmer’s shoulder.

Physiotherapy for Sport Concussion

As we transition from hockey season to spring and summer sports like soccer, football, and rugby, it’s important to keep ourselves up to date on the proper treatment for concussion. While it’s not the only way to receive a concussion, contact sports can put people more at risk. Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Physiotherapy Stittsville explain common symptoms and treatment options for concussion.

How Physiotherapy Can Benefit Runners

Whether you’re an expert runner, or an amateur, our physiotherapists at MotionWorks Stittsville can help you maintain peak physical shape, or recover from an injury. Our goal is to help you continue to enjoy your running experience!

Can Physiotherapy Help Swelling Post-Surgery?

Swelling is an expected side-effect of surgery, but many do not realize that swelling can take weeks, or even months to go away entirely. Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Stittsville can help with your recovery from surgery, including the swelling.

Safe Snow Shovelling Techniques

With winter creeping up on us, it is time to get that snow shovel out and ready for action! Before you head out, our Stittsville physiotherapists share a few things to keep in mind for safe snow shovelling and to help prevent injuries.

Dizziness vs. Vertigo: Physiotherapy Treatment for Vestibular Disorders

Dizziness and vertigo are often used interchangeably but they are defined differently, and it is important to know the difference. Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Stittsville go over the difference between the two, and treatment for vestibular disorders.

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