cs_physiowellness
720 Progress Avenue, Unit 7 K7M 4W9 Kingston, ON, Canada

Did you know that we offer Work Hardening Programs for people who need to increase their physical tolerances to get back to work after injury or illness? We work on safe work postures, teach safe task-specific biomechanics, educate on the principles of hurt versus harm and help people get stronger and more capable! Click the link in our bio to learn more about C.S. Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre!

Is an early referral to physio effective? Here’s some interesting info from a 2012 retrospective study on low back pain & healthcare costs: - Of 32,000 patients an average of only 7% were referred to PT for their back pain -Of the 7% who received PT, 53% received PT within 2 weeks of their diagnosis of low back pain (Early PT) and 47% received PT between 15-90 days (Delayed PT) ... Those who received Early PT were: 1. Less likely to have advanced imaging 2. Less likely to have injections 3. Less likely to have surgery 4. Less likely to use narcotic medications 5. Fewer doctor visits 6. Lower overall healthcare costs (approx $2700 ea.) Overall, it showed that delaying referral for Physiotherapy may increase risk for additional health care usage and costs.

The staff is in-clinic for a weekend course to learn how to better address knee pain for our patients!

We are available for both virtual and in-person services. Contact us at: p. 613-384-2664 e. [email protected]

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the team at C.S. Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre! Looking forward to seeing you again in January 2021.

Our Doors Remain Open! Regulated Healthcare Professionals working in independent health facilities like ours are allowed to continue in-person appointments dur...ing the pending December 26th lockdown which was announced Monday December 21st. We will continue to make safe delivery of services our top priority for patients and staff. We will continue to implement best-practices for cleaning and disinfecting and hope very much to continue working with our current patients as well as new patients in January 2021 . *Please do not arrive to our facility with symptoms or after having left the KFL&A region. Let’s all continue to work together and take care of of each other. Happy Holidays! -The C.S. Team

These folks are doing great things and It's in memory of a person who made a big impact on me. Please, help out, if you can.

C.S. Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre is grateful to be able to support this cereal drive in support of the Food Sharing Project and in memory of Brady Faroldi. We are happy to accept donations during your upcoming scheduled appointments. *Accepted items include:... Original yellow box Cheerios Original yellow box Shreddies Costco/Loblaws gift cards -This drive means a lot to Scott as it runs in memory of his cousin Brady Faroldi whom this world lost far too soon. Let’s make sure kids get a proper meal to start their day...

Fall Prevention! One of the things we find ourselves talking about with clients this time of the year as we move into slip-season is how we can prevent falls. Balance exercises are one of the best ways of increasing our ability to recover our balance once we lose it. The nice thing about these exercises is that they can be adapted for a wide spectrum of patients. Whether you’re recovering from a broken bone/surgical procedure or simply want to be preventative about falls, ...the staff here at C.S. can meet you where you’re at and begin progressing you toward a greater sense of safety and balance. Here’s some slip-tips you can start with right now: 1. Widen your base of support when walking/standing. (Increase the spread between your feet). This gives more room for recovery of balance if you DO lose it. 2. Footwear - think of adding removable spike/cleats to your boots. 3. Stand still for a moment when getting out of a vehicle. Bend each knee and ankle a few times before beginning to walk. This helps wake up your muscles and get your circulation increased after having sat for a while. 4. Spend time each day balancing on each foot (use support from a counter etc. if needed). Aim to build up to 30sec each side. 5. Come see a professional at C.S. Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre for a customized balance training program! Stay safe out there!

The decking of the halls has begun!

Happy to be a part of this awesome cause!

Happy Halloween from the staff at CS! Scott is really enjoying having hair to play with in his Caitlin costume and the girls are rocking a classic Scott look!

Not good enough folks! Get your warm clothes on and get the heck outside with your kiddos! There’s tons of fun to be had outdoors this time of year!

Follow up post! We’ve been talking about the recent @participaction findings showing how many of our littles are not nearly active enough. We’re going to try and help give families options by providing some suggestions about how to get out and active! Let’s start with a #CSSCAVENGER HUNT! Get outside this weekend and find the following in the Ontario outdoors:... 1. Something that floats 2. Something spikey 3. Something on a Canadian coin 4. Something squirrels like 5. Something that sinks *All your items must be natural. Send us a pic with all 5 items and we’ll post to our story. 1st 5 submissions get shoutouts! Get outside and active folks and families! -Adult entries also accepted...this is for everyone!

Are you and your children exercising enough during the Covid-19 pandemic? Recent published research from statistics Canada would suggest that maybe we’re not. Have a read of the research (link in our bio). Build your own immunity and bolster your physical and mental health naturally by spending less time on screens, drinking more water and getting quality sleep. Make sure you’re getting the right balance of vitamins and minerals through diet or supplements and keep talking t...o the people you love about the way you feel:) We can do much more to protect ourselves even beyond masks and distancing... The results of the present study suggest that avoiding excessive screen time and engaging in exercise, particularly outdoors, were important behaviours associated with better perceived mental and general health during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is impossible to predict when the COVID-19 pandemic will subside and it is possible that physical distancing measures will be a necessary part of life for the foreseeable future. Physical activity has always been important for a variety of health outcomes and this study supports the notion that healthy active living is particularly vital during times of confinement to help people maintain their mental and physical health. -Statistics Canada 2020