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Whiplash – the Most Common Neck Injury

What is the most common neck injury? It is estimated that there are more than 100,000 whiplash cases in Canada each year.Most occur from automobile accidents, but whiplash can also result from

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Strokes: Recognize the Warning Signs

What is Stroke? Stroke is one of the major causes of disability and handicap in adults. Canadian physiotherapists play a key role in the rehabilitation of people who have had a stroke, helping

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Repetitive Strain Injury & Workplace Injury Prevention

What is RSI and how is it a major occupational hazard? Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a blanket term used to describe more than 20 disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including carpal

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Osteoporosis Risk Factors & Treatment Tips

Did you know there are different stages of Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition that results in loss of bone mass and weakening of the bones, increasing the risk of fractures, such as a

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How to Prevent Seniors from Falling

Preventing Falls in Seniors More than one-third of Canada’s elderly population (ages 65 and older) fall each year. It’s estimated that 50 percent of those who fall will suffer moderate to severe

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Healthy Computer Habits

How Poor Computer Ergonomics Cause Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) In this highly computerized world, more and more people of all ages are experiencing aches and pains that come from sitting at a

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5 Ways to Help Your Ankle Sprains

Ouch! You’ve Sprained Your Ankle Ankle sprains are common but painful injury that can happen in sports like running, soccer, basketball or volleyball, or simply by stepping unexpectedly

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4 Causes of Knee Injuries & How to Treat Them

Knee Injuries Anyone can be a victim of a knee injury; whether you are a professional athlete, a weekend fitness buff or someone just busy carrying out your day-to-day activities. The knee joint

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