Pilates and Osteoporosis: Moving safely and Confidently
Pilates and Osteoporosis: Moving safely and Confidently.
Pilates, developed by Joseph Pilates to help prisoners of war recover from injuries, is a form of exercise that focuses on building strength, flexibility and body awareness through controlled movements. He was influenced by a variety of exercise forms such as martial arts and yoga, and devised a spring mechanism attached to beds, allowing exercises to be performed while bed-bound. This was the beginning of the development of t...
Posted on 2025-11-06
Why Seniors Thrive at Our Multidisciplinary Clinic!
How Our Physiotherapy Services Helps Seniors Improve Strength and Balance.
June is Seniors Health Month, and supporting people as they level up is one of our priorities! Our bodies change as we age, but this doesn’t have to lead to deteriorating health and loss of independence. There is so much that can be done to optimize health and maintain independence as you age. Health at every age is multifaceted. Though we often separate the different aspects of health, they all interact and i...
Posted on 2025-06-09
Vestibular System and Aging: Why Older Adults are at Risk, and What You Can do to Stay Balanced
Vestibular Dysfunction and Aging: Why Older Adults are at Risk, and What You Can do to Stay Balanced.
It probably doesn't surprise you to hear that our bodies go through many changes as we age. You may already be experiencing some of those changes, and unfortunately they're not all enjoyable.
Just like hearing, vision, bone density and cognition, our vestibular system declines over time. The vestibular system is responsible for maintaining balance and orientation to where we are in space. Ve...
Posted on 2025-03-25
Understanding ADP Funding for Mobility Devices in Ontario: A Guide for Older Adults
Understanding ADP Funding for Mobility Devices in Ontario: A Guide for Older Adults.
As we age, maintaining mobility and independence becomes increasingly important. Thankfully, in Ontario, there is a program that helps older adults get the support they need to stay active and mobile – the Assistive Devices Program (ADP). This program provides funding for a range of mobility devices, including wheelchairs, walkers, and scooters. In this blog, we’ll explore how you can access this fu...
Posted on 2025-01-20
Twice a Week to a Stronger You - Resistance Training is Crucial for Older Adults
Twice a Week to a Stronger You! Resistance Training is Crucial for Older Adults .
In our culture older people are often depicted as frail. It's not uncommon to hear comments about how people shouldn't do certain activities or exercises because of their age - it's not "safe". People seem to be resigned to the idea that they will lose strength, flexibility and athleticism as they age. They just accept it as though it's an inevitable part of aging. The truth is, alt...
Posted on 2024-11-06
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