South City Physiotherapy

Next Osteoporosis Exercise Classes to start the week of April 16 2012!

admin — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:14:01 +0000

South City Physiotherapy offers 8 week extensive exercise programs – specifically designed to improve bone density and reduce the risk of injury caused by osteoporosis.

Our osteoporosis classes follow the MelioGuide Exercise for Better Bones Program – an exercise program specifically designed for people with osteoporosis. This program provides a safe and effective means to strengthen bone, reduce fracture risk and build confidence.
The MelioGuide Exercise for Better Bones Program is based on the latest research on the effects of exercise and bone health, and incorporates all of the major areas important to building stronger bones and reducing fracture risk.

Evening Classes: Tuesdays 6:00— 7:00 p.m.

Next Evening classes start April 17, 2012

Morning Classes: Wednesdays 9:30— 10:30 a.m.

Next Morning classes start April 18, 2012

Cost: 8 Week Exercise Class $110 + HST ($124.30)

(See the Osteoporosis Classes section under our website’s “Services” tab for more information.)

Call South City Physiotherapy

519-763-2885

to book this exercise program.

Improve your strength and stamina

and help prevent injuries !!!

Osteopath (Osteopathic Manual Practitioner) Robin Young has returned from maternity leave!

admin — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:42:01 +0000

Relief is at hand for those patients waiting to see an Osteopath. Robin Young has now returned from maternity leave and is accepting new patients.

“SOUTH CITY PHYSIOTHERAPY” voted the best clinic in Guelph!

admin — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:22:31 +0000

South City Physiotherapy has been chosen a GOLD winner in the 2011 Guelph Mercury “Readers’ Choice Awards” for Favourite Physiotherapy Clinic. Thank you to the South City staff for being the best, and a special thank you to our wonderful patients for appreciating what we do for you.

Whiplash – Overcoming the agony of a fender bender

admin — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 17:14:54 +0000

It’s a common sight on Canadian roads in winter: drivers losing control of their cars, sliding off the road or colliding with one another. Immediately after the bone-jarring crunch that can result from such an incident, many people think they’re fine, but may have suffered a whiplash injury.

Whiplash occurs when the force of impact thrusts the head back and forth. Frequently the damage this can cause is not immediately obvious. For many people, it is not until the next morning that they wake to feel the pain and stiffness resulting from muscles and ligaments injured by whiplash.

Things can get worse! That stiff neck and mild to moderate pain may soon develop into serious pain, moving up to the head or down into the shoulders. In severe cases, the injury might require a visit to the emergency room or family doctor.

In the past, neck braces were the treatment of choice for this type of neck injury, but research has shown them to be ineffective. Short term rest may be appropriate, but the most successful approach is early movement and gentle exercise, combined with manual treatment – for which patients are likely to be referred to a Physiotherapist. (Note: a doctor’s referral is not required to see a Physiotherapist)

What does a Physiotherapist do to help?

After a thorough physical assessment of a patients condition, a Physiotherapist will develop a treatment plan designed specifically to reduce pain, help the body repair itself, and get the patient back to a normal level of activity as soon as possible. Treatment can include hot or cold packs, ultrasound, acupuncture, manual therapy (which includes massage, stretching, mobilization or manipulation of joints and soft-tissues), and most importantly – education regarding appropriate daily activities, and a program of specific gentle exercises for the patient to do in the clinic’s gym or at home.

People respond differently to both injury and treatment, but by monitoring progress throughout the course of treatment, a physiotherapist can help patients return to their pre-injury function at a pace that works best for them.

Strong research has also shown that starting physiotherapy treatment in the first 96 hours after sustaining an injury, will greatly improve the recovery process and prevent ongoing pain, so if you or someone you care about has sustained a whiplash neck injury, don’t delay!

Call today to book an appointment with a registered Physiotherapist. That way the road to recovery from whiplash isn’t as painful to follow as a road covered in snow and ice during a Canadian winter.

Investing in Your Health

admin — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 22:36:13 +0000

There is no denying that these are difficult economic times – and that many people have to budget and cut corners wherever possible. Whatever you do, don’t cut corners where your health is concerned! The economy will improve, and the last thing you need to do is make short term healthcare decisions with long-term consequences!

Unless you’ve had health challenges, it’s easy to take good health for granted. Many of us also forget just how important good health is to our quality of life, and to our ability to cope with life’s challenges…..and in an economy like this one, you really need good health!

This best way to improve and protect your health is to take personal responsibility for it. That means taking advantage of what we know about health and healthcare. Eat healthy, hydrate, exercise, sleep, and reduce stress in your life.

These preventative measures will help, but life still happens. Illness, injury and degenerative conditions are also facts of life, but get the help you need. See your doctor and dentist when you should! If you find yourself in pain – lower back, shoulder, neck, knee or whatever – see a physiotherapist. Not every clinic has a long waiting list, so find one that will get you in quickly!

Why is quickly important? Did you ever wonder why professional athletes receive immediate physiotherapy and rehabilitation following injuries? Team doctors have seen the studies, and know that patients get faster, more complete recovery when they get treatment immediately. You may not be a professional athlete, but you’ve got a life – and need to return to function as rapidly and completely as possible!

While Canadians are fortunate to have public health coverage, and many workers have extended health plans, you may not have coverage for physiotherapy or other care. Even though times are tough, don’t avoid or delay getting the help you need. That ounce of prevention really is worth a pound of cure – and will impact your quality of life now, and long after this bad economy is nothing but a memory. Only you can decide what that’s worth!