Physical therapy is currently a university masters level program. This means, you must complete a four year bachelor’s degree prior to applying to the Physical Therapy program. This can be any type of degree as long as it includes some specific prerequisites. A short list of 100 candidates are chosen based on marks to complete Read more about Ask A Physio: How do I go about becoming a physio?[…]
This is a question we as physiotherapists get asked all the time and unfortunately, there is no easy answer that applies to everyone for every situation. As humans, we are always looking for the “why.” We strive to understand how our pain happened, so presumably, we can avoid the trigger in the future. Sometimes there Read more about Ask A Physio: Why did my *insert sore area here* flare up?[…]
I have heard “Movement is Medicine” a few times in the past and I really like this statement. I am a big believer in the benefits of physical activity, so I want to dive into it more. I’ll try not to beat a dead horse, as I’m sure many of you have heard that you Read more about Movement is Medicine[…]
To honour this year’s National Indigenous History Month, we decided to use our platform to amplify Indigenous voices and talent. The following is just a small sampling of the resources, people, and content our team pooled together that we think are pretty great. There is so, so much more. And here’s a special message from Read more about National Indigenous History Month[…]
Taryn was born in Wainwright, AB and grew up most of her life in Kamloops, BC. She completed her BSc in Biology and BA in Psychology at TRU in Kamloops before moving to Saskatoon to pursue her Masters in Physical Therapy at the University of Saskatchewan; which she completed in 2020. Sports has been a Read more about Taryn[…]
You asked: “I have TMJ. What can you do to treat this?” Our response: “TMJ” is the temporomandibular joint – this is the joint that connects your jaw bone to your skull. So, technically, everyone has TMJ! 🙂 We can help an issue in your TMJ in a similar way we do with the rest Read more about Ask A Physio: “I have TMJ. What can you do to treat this?”[…]
You asked: What’s the best exercise to strengthen the lower back? Our response: This is a tricky question to answer as it would all depend on the person asking. In general, the most beneficial exercise would be one that is difficult for the individual, but that they can still perform with control and good technique. Read more about Ask A Physio: What’s the best exercise to strengthen the lower back?[…]
It’s International Women’s Day and we’re celebrating with a Q & A with the ladies of STRIDE… What’s a stereotype or an assumption of women that you’d like to see change? Laurel: That sticking up for ourselves or being assertive is bad, often being labeled as “bossy,” “crazy,” or “aggressive.” While similar behaviour in men Read more about International Women’s Day[…]
You asked: What is the best pillow for me to use? Our response: Pillows are not one size fits all. Finding a pillow that is comfortable and suits your body as well as your way of sleeping is important. After all, we spend many hours a day in this position! The basics of finding a Read more about Ask A Physio: What pillow do you recommend?[…]
You asked: I work an office job. Should I get a sit-stand desk? Our response: Office job or not, our world certainly has us sitting much more than nature intended. You may have even heard the phrase “sitting is the new smoking” when it comes to our health. The concept of the sit-stand desk is Read more about Ask a Physio: Sit-Stand Desks[…]