Spring is here, the weather is warmer and most of us want to get moving. Whether it’s starting running, cleaning up your garden or starting a new hobby, this time of year offers more chances to be active. It’s so tempting to jump in and spend hours doing your favourite things, but if you’ve had … Continued
We’ve always been told we should warm up before exercise, but what does that really mean? A good warm up prepares your body for the sport or activity you are planning to do, and decreases your risk of injury. Note: Videos in the following post are examples of warm up activities. Clicking on them will … Continued
If you’re looking for hot stone massage to help with muscle tension, chronic pain, or stiffness, it’s important to understand how this treatment works in a clinical setting. At Optimal Health Physiotherapy in Peterborough, hot stone massage is not simply a relaxation service. It is used as a therapeutic modality to support assessment-based treatment goals … Continued
At Optimal Health, our team is passionate about lifelong learning. Each month, we hold continuing education sessions to share the latest research, discuss emerging treatments, and deepen our understanding of how to best support our clients. It’s part of our commitment to staying curious and continually improving the care we provide. Recently, our discussion focused … Continued
We asked a client to share her perspective on physiotherapy and massage therapy for arthritis relief. This is what she told us: I was diagnosed with arthritis about five years ago. While my symptoms are relatively mild in terms of severity, pain, and discomfort, adjusting to this “new normal” has been challenging. One of the … Continued
It’s a question as old as time—heat or ice? If you’ve ever suffered a sore muscle or a sudden injury, chances are you’ve been given advice (sometimes conflicting) on whether to reach for a heating pad or a bag of frozen peas. Some swear by the soothing warmth of heat, others are all about the … Continued
At Optimal Healthy Physiotherapy we specialize in helping athletes and active individuals recover from injuries, improve performance, and stay at the top of their game. Our team consists of highly trained therapists who are athletes themselves, meaning we understand the unique demands of sports and physical activity. Two of our services – athletic therapy and … Continued
Shockwave – not the best name for such a helpful tool in the rehab field. Just by the name, one might expect to be “shocked” with electricity and assume the treatment will be painful. But we’re here to tell you that’s not the case. Shockwave therapy offers a highly effective, non-invasive, and long-lasting solution for … Continued
We have professional office space for rent in our multi-disciplinary health care clinic. Our downtown location in a quiet, warm and quaint century building offers ample free parking. Lease includes use of shared reception space (1st floor) and a shared staff room (2nd floor). Rooms are located on the second floor. The clinic currently houses … Continued
Our health care needs are evolving individually and societally in the post-pandemic world. Our population is aging, wait times for much needed medical treatments are far too long, prescription pain medication addiction is a societal crisis, and healthcare budgets are strained. The Ontario medical system seems to see the need to transition to an integrative, … Continued
