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The connection between pelvic floor issues and back pain
Most people associate difficulties with pelvic floor muscles with urinary leaks or intimacy issues. These muscles do far more than that. They surround the anus and genitals, and then they extend back to the coccyx. Without this strong muscle group, organs can...
Benefits of physiotherapy to athletes (and amateur sportspeople)
You have probably noticed that most professional sports teams have physiotherapists as part of their group. This is also true for universities and many local leagues. Our Physio in Ottawa understands the importance of this ongoing medical treatment option for...
Surprising Ways an Ottawa Physiotherapist Can Help you
Many people associate physical therapists with recovery from sports injuries or surgeries. At Apollo Physical Therapy, we treat individuals with many conditions or ailments. As your Ottawa physiotherapist, we can often help you achieve a better quality of life or make...
Common myths about pool physiotherapy in Ottawa debunked
There are many misconceptions about pool physiotherapy in Ottawa, and we are here to clear them out. It is not training for the Olympics and trying to qualify for a title. Here are some common false ideas and the reality of the therapy process. You need to know how to...
Does your injury require physiotherapy?
Accidents and injuries happen. Some heal on their own, but not all of them. Sometimes it can be a challenge to decide when you need to wait and when to make an appointment with a professional. Here are some clues: Pain – If pain is constant, even at lower levels,...
Back to School Anxiety
Back-to-school season can be, and usually is for most of us, an incredibly stressful time that seems to last for much too long, while also not lasting long enough. There are only so many hours in the day, and these hours quickly become crammed with teacher meetings,...
The 5 Most Common Non-Cell Phone Distractions to Drivers
The dangers of using your phone while driving has become an especially hot topic in the era of cellular phones, and especially smart phones that offer a great host of distractions-distractions that are safe when you’re not operating a motor vehicle. Texting, talking,...
The 5 Most Common Back to School Injuries and how to Prevent Them
Kids are unpredictable, aren’t they? This is especially true when something exciting is on the horizon-like the return to school at the end of summer. It’s easy to see why this is such an exciting time. They get to see friends that they haven’t seen in a while, and...
Why Your Body Needs Water
You have likely heard someone recommend that you drink more water. If you have a headache, drink more water. If you’ve caught a cold, drink more water. Water is incredibly important and can help the body heal. Your body is made of water (about 80%). The exact amount...
The Hidden Dangers of Mindfulness
“Mindfulness” is a state of active, open attention on the present. When you're mindful, you observe your thoughts and feelings from a distance, without judging them as good or bad. Instead of letting your life pass you by, mindfulness means living in the moment and...
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