Brickyard Physiotherapy
#103-6010 Brickyard rd V9V 1S5 Nanaimo, BC, Canada

A great morning laugh! 26 Useful Facts About Running A non-exhaustive list... "16. People who hate running and would prefer to avoid it at all costs may refer to running as cardio. 17. People who hate running and would prefer to avoid it may refer to running as running and do it regularly for decades." https://www.outsideonline.com//26-useful-facts-about-runni

Counter a grown-up day at your desk with a minute in child’s pose. Not only will it help you loosen tight lower back muscles, but it also promotes spinal flexibility and overall blood circulation. Simply start with your hands and knees on the ground, and gently sink back through your hips, coming to rest on your heels. Walk your hands out to a position that feels comfy and take a few deep breaths. Ahhh.

Born with high arches or flat feet? That’s okay; we can help to make your gait a little more comfy. At Brickyard, we prescribe and order custom orthotics that can be easily inserted into your everyday shoes. These clever devices seamlessly correct biomechanical misalignments, allowing you to step without pain or discomfort. Contact us today to book an appointment! - https://www.brickyardphysio.com/contact-us/

Maybe it’s puppy love, or maybe it’s your vestibular system! If dizziness lingers longer than it should, chat to us about treating your vestibular system. Vestibular rehabilitation therapy targets a range of dizziness and imbalance conditions. Our therapists can guide you through specialized exercises to improve stabilization and reduce dizzy spells. Contact us today to book an appointment- https://www.brickyardphysio.com/contact-us/

Every year Christmas seems to come a little bit quicker!

We have some exciting news coming your way soon! Here is a sneak peek from our Kinesiologist Colby to get you motivated Supine Bridge Basic Lie flat on your back, with your feet resting on a Swiss ball, and your arms by your side (palms face down). Squeeze your bottom muscles and lift your back upwards. Make sure you maintain good posture (do not over-arch your lower back) and contract the deep abdominal muscles by squeezing your tummy towards your spine.... To make the exercise easier, move the ball towards your body (ie. more under your legs), and to make it harder, move the ball away from your body (ie. more under your heels). This exercise helps to strengthen the abdominal, lower back, gluteal and hamstring muscles!

Did you know we offer shockwave therapy? What is it you say? Shockwave therapy is a type of sound wave that is transmitted through a probe into an injured or painful area on the body to help it heal. The radial shockwaves helps stimulate healing reactions by increasing blood flow and increasing the growth of new cells in the body. It also provides pain relief by allowing the body to regenerate more healthy tissue through a cascade of cellular events.... The most successfully treated conditions are: - Calcific tendonitis of the shoulder - Frozen shoulder - Golfer’s or Tennis elbow) - Plantar fasciitis/ heel spurs - Deep back pain - Bursitis - Achilles tendinopathy Contact us to book an appointment today --> https://bit.ly/3kufGd2

Some great Christmas gift ideas at FrontRunners!

Wintertime is considerably harder on the average person. Not only is the weather colder but there are also slippery conditions right outside your front door, making it a challenge to get out of the house. At Brickyard, we don’t believe that winter should hold you back from going out and staying active. Staying safe when walking outside means choosing the right footwear. Before you step out, you need to put your best foot forward! We recommend the local running shoe shop @fr...ontrunnersnanaimo . They carry a variety of running, walking and hiking options to keep you safe and active throughout the cold season! As a general rule, smaller movements that keep your centre of balance are the way to go. To do this, make sure your feet are shoulder-width apart to help provide a solid base for movement. As with any walking movements, be sure to bend your knees and keep the body as loose as possible. Some people also choose to shuffle instead of walk, which also helps with keeping stability and footing. Shuffling should also be made in small movements. Others find that assistance from walking poles, or a cane with a retractable ice pick, helps them to keep their balance. With these physiotherapy and wellness tips in mind, we hope you can get outside and stay active this winter. Although taking precautions should minimize injuries and health problems during the Winter, injuries can still occur. For any winter injuries or other conditions, please don’t hesitate to contact Brickyard! --->https://bit.ly/3kufGd2

Did you know Shane, one of our physiotherapists', commutes to work every day on his bike? Here are some tips from Shane for winter commuting on your bike! 1. Dress in layers: breathable, waterproof outer layers are the key to staying dry! 2. Lights and reflective clothing: It gets dark out earlier, so lights and reflective vests are a must to stay safe.... 3. Consider an alternative route: Instead of cycling on your main summer route, maybe take roads that are less busy. 4. Keep up to date on your bike maintenance, harsher winter weather can be hard on your bike. 5. Be realistic: there's no need to be a masochist about the whole thing. You don't have to ride every day!

It has long been known that there are many inherent health benefits from a regular routine of exercise walking. Walking strengthens muscles in the feet, legs, hips, and torso. It increases the stability of the spine and conditions the muscles that keep the body in the upright position as well as nourishes the spinal structures. Walking facilitates strong circulation, pumping nutrients into soft tissues and draining toxins. It also improves flexibility and posture! We know it can get more challenging to walk outside as days get shorter and the weather worse. For all the listed benefits and MORE, we encourage you to keep walking!

A morning reminder on how to properly wear a face mask

A little Monday motivation! Two young, inspiring men from Vancouver Island are planning run the length of the Island to raise money for single parents! They plan to run 50 kilometres every day and reach the finish line by Dec.15. Each will take turns shifting between running and driving their support vehicle a 1983 dodge camper van named ‘Pippi’.’

A common injury of the knee is a tearing of the ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament). This ligament is very important for the stability of the knee and often needs to be repaired surgically. The primary function of the ACL is to keep the bottom surface of the knee joint from sliding forwards during movement. An unrepaired knee may feel unstable or give way suddenly. Not all ACL injuries require surgery and some may heal well with proper rehabilitation, however for those who do ne...ed surgery, there is a significant rehabilitation period afterwards. The path to full rehabilitation from a knee reconstruction can be a long and bumpy one, however, there are high success rates with this surgery, particularly when followed up with full physiotherapy rehabilitation. Contact us today to discuss your options! --> https://bit.ly/3kufGd2

A few reminders as confirmed COVID cases in Nanaimo have recently increased. Let's work together to keep each other safe and healthy :)

Could You Benefit from IMS? IMS is perfect for those nagging aches that just don’t seem to go away, even when the injury that originally caused them is no longer there. Some clues that you may be experiencing muscle shortening or over-sensitive nerves include: - Stiffness and a decreased range of movement... - Shortened muscles with tender trigger points - A feeling of heat and burning in the area - Deep aches - Occasional short, sharp bursts of pain - Extreme sensitivity to touch One of our experienced IMS trained physiotherapists will be able to examine you thoroughly and determine exactly what is behind your chronic pain. By targeting several muscles at once, and over the course of a few sessions, the pain signals can be switched off and the muscles given the chance to release and return to normal. Contact us today! --> https://bit.ly/3kufGd2

Achilles Tendon Pain Tight calf muscles can lead to tension and injury of the Achilles tendon. One of the common causes of muscle shortening in this area is wearing high heels everyday! If you are someone who wears high heels every day, try to take 5 minutes when you get home each day to stretch and massage out your calves in order to reduce the chance of injury.... Contact us here --> https://bit.ly/3kufGd2

We had a beautiful wintery hike up Mount Benson yesterday! . Share with us! How did you move your body this week? . .... . . . . #hiking #benson #physiotherapy #activerehabilitation #healthcareprofessional #nanaimo #strong #explorevancouverisland See more

One of the reasons why posture is so important is that the body has an ideal alignment for almost every joint that provides the most stability and efficiency for movement in that position. This is particularly true for the spine, which has a large number of joints that work together to provide movement, stability and support for the body. The spine must also provide a stable base for the shoulder and head. When the spine is in its optimum position, this also allows for free m...ovement of the nerves that supply the trunk, arms and legs. While the human body is highly adaptable and will continue to function when a posture is not ideal, a lot of energy is wasted and undue stress is placed on the muscles, tendons and ligaments of the body. Over time this can cause pain, tightness and loss of flexibility. Speak to your physiotherapist for practical tips on how to improve your posture throughout the day. Book an appointment here -->https://bit.ly/3kufGd2