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What Is Massage Therapy?

A close-up of a young woman with a white flower in her hair looking relaxed while getting massage therapy

We all feel sore, tense muscles from time to time. It can be a real discomfort, whether it’s from chronic pain, sitting at a desk all day, working out too hard, or even sleeping in an awkward position. If you’re tired of taking painkillers or just living with the discomfort, you may have considered massage […]

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Vestibular System

The vestibular system is a sensory system that relays information to our brain regarding the orientation and position of our head in space, how fast we are moving & what direction we are moving in, as well as information regarding movement of our eyes. It is a crucial part of balance, postural stability, equilibrium, and […]

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Diagnostic Imaging

On September 28, 2022, the Government of Alberta’s Ministry of Health announced plans to reinstate public funding for Diagnostic Imaging Services that are referred by a physiotherapist or chiropractor, thus aiding patient access to medically required services. Only physiotherapists holding privileges granted by the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta are authorized to partake in this […]

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Is Physiotherapy Good for Lower Back Pain?

A close-up of a man lying on a physiotherapy bed sideways is getting treatment for his back pain.

A paramedical service that can help to treat both injuries and chronic pain, physiotherapy is often associated with treatment of sports injuries, work-related injuries, overuse injuries, and injuries from car accidents. One of the main recommendations and first lines of treatment for relief from lower back pain is physiotherapy. Getting treatment from a physiotherapist might […]

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Can a Chiropractor Help With Posture?

A male chiropractor is doing posture correction with her patient with a curvature spine.

Chiropractors are medical professionals who can help us maintain good physical health without medications or invasive techniques. One of the primary ways they do this is through the gentle manipulation of muscle bone, and joints in our bodies. A significant component of a healthy musculoskeletal system is posture, something your chiropractor can help with. Muscle […]

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Do You Need a Doctor’s Note for Physiotherapy Referral in Alberta?

a man lies on a table with an arm behind his back. a physiotherapist presses on his shouler

Physiotherapy is a common practice in the sports world. However, it’s not only for athletes or those with sports injuries. Most other people can benefit from this non-invasive treatment for all sorts of injuries and for pain management, mitigation, and relief. Like many other paramedical services, such as massage therapy or chiropractic care, a person […]

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