senior active living

Osteoarthritis: how physiotherapy can help

Osteoarthritis: how physiotherapy can help

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis. OA is a disease of the whole joint that leads to breakdown of joint cartilage and the underlying bone. If pain and stiffness are impacting your daily activities physiotherapy can help you gain mobility and find ways to manage your pain.

Physical activity: tips to get you moving

Physical activity: tips to get you moving

Meeting the weekly recommended levels of physical activity can be difficult. We all have busy schedules and social events that can get in the way. Here are a few tips to make it more manageable.

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Post-hospital syndrome: how physiotherapy can help

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Post-hospital syndrome: how physiotherapy can help

After periods of prolonged hospitalization it is common for older adults to experience a decline in their functional performance. Many patients are discharge from acute care settings below their prior level of function and 1 in 12 Canadians is readmitted within 30 days.