Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centres
836 March Road K2W 0C9 Kanata, ON, Canada

Happy Valentine's Day! While you spend the day giving your heart away to that special someone, don't forget to make sure your heart is as healthy as can be! There are several healthy heart habits you should be sticking to if you're not already https://bit.ly/3rCvf5w

Do you experience pain on the outer side of your hip? As our every day movement has decreased over the past year, hip pain has become more common. You can work on minimizing that pain by getting up and moving frequently, and avoiding bringing your knees across the midline of your body or crossing your legs. You can also reducing the intensity of your exercise program to see if that is having an effect. #TuesdayTip

Getting active outdoors in the winter is fun and important for our physical health, and with a bit of preparation you can get some good exercise in while staying safe! - Dress in layers so you can stay warm but cool off if needed - Get proper winter footwear or add cleats to your shoes so you don't slip... - Ensure your equipment, like helmets, skis, or skates still fit correctly and are in good condition - Stay hydrated. Even though it's cold, you still need it! #TuesdayTip

A good way to work on your mental health is by practicing self-care. Despite lockdowns and winter weather keeping us home, there are still many great ways to focus on yourself! You can take time to thoroughly clean and organize your home, or practice mindfulness meditation or yoga. You can also give yourself a fun challenge with leisure-related goals (reading, watching movies, making art) or trying to cook new recipes for the family! #TuesdayTip

Are you still looking for a new healthy habit to commit to for 2021? One that doesn't require too much effort but has real benefits? Go for a walk! 30 minutes of walking a day has a wide array of health benefits, with relatively little effort needed https://www.cbc.ca//if-you-had-to-pick-one-healthy-habit-f?

We remain open for in-person services across Ontario following the latest state of emergency order by the Government of Ontario. The well-being of our patients and staff is our top priority, and all of our facilities continue to adhere to stringent health and safety measures. If you wish to refrain from in-person care at this time, Virtual Care services are available from the comfort of your home. Learn more at https://bit.ly/39naoLO

Getting active outdoors and enjoying winter is important for our physical and mental well-being, but with COVID-19 numbers rising across the country, it's important to be safe and smart while doing so! From tobogganing to skating, there are plenty of low-risk activities for you and your family to enjoy this winter https://www.cbc.ca//sa/covid-risk-common-winter-1.5854771