Lifemark Physiotherapy
961 Bedford Highway B4A 1A9 Bedford, NS, Canada

If you've ever experienced foot pain, you've probably heard of orthotics, the footwear inserts that help correct alignment concerns with your feet. But orthotics can do a lot more, and with the help of a Pedorthist, you can relieve a multitude of conditions https://bit.ly/3wdgOrQ

Are you feeling discomfort in your lower back, or knees and ankles? The piriformis muscle, located deep beneath the gluteal muscles, might be the culprit. This muscle plays an important role in hip flexibility and stability, so giving it a good stretch can help relieve that tightness! Lie down, bend one knee upwards and cross it over your other leg while gently pulling, and hold for 30sec-1min and release. Try out three sets, three times a day, and feel the relief! #TuesdayTip

If you've ever received a concussion, you know how unpleasant an experience it is. The recovery process isn't always a walk in the park either, but a concussion assessment and physiotherapy can help the treatment process https://bit.ly/2OjUueY

The Lifemark team wishes you a happy Easter weekend! We hope you take time to relax, recharge, and stay safe and healthy with your loved ones!

For those suffering from vestibular disorders, the associated dizziness and balance challenges can have a major impact on regular activities, impacting quality of life. But it can also be anxiety-provoking, which can further exacerbate symptoms in a vicious cycle. How do you manage this? https://bit.ly/3mk9BBL

Congratulations to the Team Myles Ambassadors for their success in running the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon 10K this weekend! Lifemark is proud to sponsor this training program, and we're so glad they managed to stick with it and accomplish their goals in this challenging year. Congrats to all the runners and Lifemark coaches, Victoria Horne and Stephanie Grant!

On behalf of our entire network of Lifemark clinics in the region, we want to take this opportunity to congratulate all of the Team Myles Ambassadors for their success on the weekend. We also want to acknowledge our very own Sarah Pickrem for a job well done! To the Lifemark coaches, Victoria Horne and Stephanie Grant, thank you for all your time and support! Hope to see you all at #BlueNose2021 everyone!

November is Osteoporosis Awareness Month, highlighting the condition that causes bones to become thin and porous, increasing their risk of breaking. It's often called a "silent disease", as you can't really feel your bones weakening, often only knowing about the condition after an injury. Learn more about risk factors and how to treat it: https://bit.ly/3p4Mg7R

Have you seen Canada's first 24-hour Movement Guidelines yet? Developed by CSEP SCPE, the Public Health Agency of Canada, Queen's University and Participaction, these guidelines combine recommendations for exercise, sedentary behavior, and sleep to give you a picture of a healthy 24 hours. Try sticking with these and let us know how you feel! Learn more and find guidelines for different age groups at: https://csepguidelines.ca/

As we approach the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon virtual weekend, we wanted to take a moment to say thank you to the amazing coaches who prepared all of the Team Myles Amabassadors for their upcoming race. To Victoria, Stephanie, and Nicole we want to thank you for all of your time and effort. From all of our Lifemark staff, we wish Team Myles Ambassadors the best of luck with your weekend runs. #BlueNose2020 #TeamMyles2020 #Lifemark

Have you been feeling more hip pain in recent months? With the pandemic largely reducing how much we move about in day-to-day life, pain on the outer hip is more common. Try these tips to reduce that pain and lead to some happier hips! https://bit.ly/31UgwIG

We know that practicing good sleep hygiene can make it easier for you to fall asleep, but what if you need something a bit... heavier? Weighted blankets have become increasing popular as a way to promote better quality sleep, and a recent Swedish study has found that they might just work https://nyti.ms/3lFC2Z5

Considering the average person spends a third of their life sleeping, most of us feel like we still don't get enough. That's where good sleep hygiene comes in! Establish a relaxing bedtime routine (without screens), ensure your bedroom is cool, quiet, and dark, avoid caffeine up to 6 hours before bed, and exercise regularly earlier in the day! #TuesdayTip

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Did you know that November is Fall Prevention Month? A single fall can have serious consequences, particularly as we get older. As cold weather comes and we prepare to spend (more) time at home, make sure you're reducing the risk of falling around the house with these safety tips. https://bit.ly/31WRzfA #PreventFalls

As the clocks fall back once again, you're probably asking yourself "why do we do this again?" or "is this actually helpful?" According to some sleep experts, the bi-annual time changes might actually be causing more harm than good. https://www.ctvnews.ca//sleep-expert-says-year-round-stand

Halloween is definitely different this year, but our teams all across Canada still know how to get into the spooky spirit! Making sure to stick to our SAFER guidelines, clinics found ways to celebrate Halloween and keep our Costume Contest going for 2020! Which one is your favourite?