Stride Mobile Physiotherapy

In honor of Falls Awareness month (and the coming cold, slippery weather), we wanted to make sure and get this out before outdoor places and walkways become snowy, icy, and slippery! Remember to always take it slow and, walk like a penguin! How do you do this? 1. Bend knees slightly and keep your feet flat... 2. Extend your arms out to the side to keep your balance (keep your hands OUT of your pockets!) 3. Take SLOW, small, well thought out steps (you can even shuffle!) Thank you to Alberta Health Services for the great poster and quick video on how to walk safely on ice! Check it out here: https://youtu.be/LHaWGibGwyk You can also get more information from the Canada Safety Council here: https://canadasafetycouncil.org/safety-tips-for-winter-wal/

Stride would like to thank all of our clients that have called to cancel when they are feeling unwell, or think that they may have come into contact with someone with COVID. This not only helps keep us safe but, more importantly, keeps all of our clients safe too! Thank you!

For the Fallen. For those who have served, past and present. We honour and thank you.

Remembrance Day is going to be a little different this year, but we can still remember and pay our respects. Below are some links that give you some options for what you can do tomorrow to remember and show respect to our veterans, past and present. Royal Canadian Legion, Kelowna Branch Live Stream (starts at 10:55am): https://www.kelownalegion.ca/remembrance.php Kelowna Museums: https://www.kelownamuseums.ca//remember-togeth/2020-11-11/... Vernon Matters: https://vernonmatters.ca//remember-together-apart-remembr/

The first week of November is Falls Prevention Awareness Week and we wanted to make sure share some information and (a few) tips to stay healthy! Did you know that falls are one of the leading causes of hospitalization and loss of independence? What puts you at risk of having a fall?:... - Previous falls - Icy or snowy walkways - Taking multiple medications - Poor Eyesight (make sure your wearing your glasses!) - Clutter or loose floor coverings (like rugs) What can you do to make your home safer? - Stand up slowly and don’t stand until you feel stable. If you feel dizzy, don’t stand up! - Make sure the lights are on - Install grab bars in the bathroom - Wear safe footwear (avoid walking around in socks) Here is a link to the Government of British Columbia page covering Falls Prevention: https://www2.gov.bc.ca//disease-and-injury/fall-prevention Here is another website that has some good tips on how to avoid falls: https://www.lifeline.ca/en/resources/fall-prevention-guide/.

October is Occupational Therapy month and, before this month is done, we wanted to make sure that we send a huge shout out to all of the AWESOME OTs out there! We work closely with you guys and are so grateful for all that you do. OTs are our partners in helping people get back to a healthy and active life! What does an Occupational Therapist do? Check out the link below to learn a little more!: https://www.caot.ca/site/aboutot/whatisot?nav=sidebar

We hope everyone had a great and safe Thanksgiving! We hope you ate way too much and got to enjoy your loved ones! <3

Today is World Mental Health Day and we wanted to make sure to repost the same resource links from yesterday, and add a couple more so where ever you are in the Okanagan, you have information and a place to reach out to! It is Ok to not be Ok all the time <3 KCR Crisis Line: 1-888-353-2273 or check out https://kcr.ca/family-services/crisis-line/ ... CMHA Kelowna: https://cmhakelowna.com/resources/ CMHA Vernon: https://cmhavernon.ca/programs-servic/suicide-prevention// Okanagan Mental Health Society: https://www.okanaganmentalhealth.com/ See more

Not only was this week Mental Health Awareness week and tomorrow World Mental Health Day, it is also Thanks Giving Weekend! There is a lot we are all juggling right now! Under the best of circumstances this is a busy weekend. We just want to take a moment to say: You are doing your best! You are enough! And don’t hesitate for a second to ask for help. There is nothing wrong with reaching out you don’t have to be ok all the time. If you, or a loved one, needs some support, you can visit the below links to make it easier to find the best way to reach out! CMHA Resources: https://cmhakelowna.com/resources/ KCR Crisis Line: 1-888-353-2273 or check out https://kcr.ca/family-services/crisis-line/

Since there is a lot going on with school starting back up and fall routines settling in, we wanted to wait until mid-month to talk about how September is Dementia Awareness Month. There are many great things we can do to help! We can reach out to our loved ones, we can volunteer, we can even donate to the different societies that offer education and support for those caring for or living with dementia. For more informaiton, check out these helpful links: https://alzheimer.ca/en/Home https://www.alz.org/ca/dementia-alzheimers-canada.asp

Happy National Seniors Day! We wanted to take a moment to make sure that we send out a big THANK YOU to all of our seniors! Thank you for your wisdom, perseverance and for building the foundations of what we have today! Thank you so showing us what is truly important in life. You are the pillar we stand on and the source of where we came from. We also feel privileged and so grateful to be able to spend time with you during our sessions! THANK YOU!

Click the link below to enjoy watching this previously filmed Seated Strength session with Becky! This strength class is great for anyone who feels uncoordinated or off balance. It helps to get your arms and legs moving together! Great for people post-stroke, brain injury, or who just feels their hand-eye coordination is getting worse. It is done in a chair, so you can join even if you cannot stand or get tired standing! BUT most of these movements can also be done standing to make them more challenging! https://youtu.be/Zm_q2EhDgs0

Click the link below to watch a previously recorded session with Becky! This combination class demonstrates how you can either sit or stand (or both!) and follow along with the class! This seated strength class is for those who want to improve their strength, but have difficulty standing for an extended period, or at all and the standing class is for people who can stand for at least 30 minutes (with breaks) and feel safe holding on with only one hand. Follow along as best fits you! https://youtu.be/jtcqS-24ruo

Happy World Physical Therapy Day! This years theme is recovery after COVID. The below link has great information about the different conditions that can arise from having COVID and how physiotherapy can help. (Document and image from the World Physiotherapy Webpage) https://world.physio//f/2020-07/WPTD2020-Booklet-FINAL.pdf

Join Marcello in this pre-recorded seated strength class! This class is for those who want to improve their strength, but have difficulty standing for an extended period, or at all. Please have a sturdy chair, some water, and your device ready to watch! If you have any pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath while doing these exercises, please stop and, if appropriate call 911.

Click the link below to enjoy watching this previously filmed Seated Strength session with Becky! This strength class is great for anyone who feels uncoordinated or off balance. It helps to get your arms and legs moving together! Great for people post-stroke, brain injury, or who just feels their hand-eye coordination is getting worse. It is done in a chair, so you can join even if you cannot stand or get tired standing! BUT most of these movements can also be done standing to make them more challenging! https://youtu.be/Zm_q2EhDgs0

Good morning! Are you ready to watch Marcello in an hour? This pre-recorded seated strength class is for those who want to improve their strength, but have difficulty standing for an extended period, or at all. Please have a sturdy chair, some water, and your device ready to watch! See you at 10am!

Happy World Physical Therapy Day! This year's theme is recovery after COVID. The below link has great information about the different conditions that can arise from having COVID and how physiotherapy can help. (Document and image from the World Physiotherapy Webpage) https://world.physio//f/2020-07/WPTD2020-Booklet-FINAL.pdf

Time to work on your standing strength and balance! Click the link below to enjoy a previously recorded Standing Strength class with DeAnna! Remember: This class is for people who can stand for at least 30 minutes (with breaks) and feel safe holding on with only one hand. We will do our usual strengthening exercises and add a few balance challenges today! Have your chair to sit in, something sturdy to hold onto, and weights or exercise bands for that extra level. https://youtu.be/kfuq_UMwWpE

Enjoy watching this previously filmed session with DeAnna for standing strength and balance! This class is for people who can stand for at least 30 minutes (with breaks) and feel safe holding on with only one hand. We will do our usual strengthening exercises and add a few balance challenges today! Have your chair to sit in, something sturdy to hold onto, and weights or exercise bands for that extra level. See you in an hour!

Good morning! Welcome to our Standing Strength class! Please have a sturdy chair, some water, and your device. Click the link below to watch the video and enjoy! https://youtu.be/kZjLSgf1JV8

Good afternoon! Tomorrow at 10am we will be sharing a Standing Strength class that was lead by Marcello! This class is for people who can stand for at least 30 minutes (with breaks) and feel safe holding on with only one hand. Have your chair to sit in, something sturdy to hold onto, and weights or exercise bands for that extra level. See you tomorrow!

If you werent able to listen to her interview on Tuesday, check out the Capital News article below to read about DeAnna! Thank you again, DeAnna, for everything you do for our community! https://www.kelownacapnews.com//40-under-40-deanna-macart/

Good morning! Welcome to our Standing Strength class! Please have a sturdy chair, some water, and your device. Click the link below to watch the video and enjoy! https://youtu.be/kZjLSgf1JV8

Yes, summer has finally arrived, but so has the heat! Please make sure to drink lots of water, find a shady place to cool off, and please dont walk your furry friends under the burning sun! Remember, they dont have shoes! The link below has some helpful information: https://weather.gc.ca/warnings/report_e.html?bc30

Join our very own DeAnna MacArthur tomorrow morning at 7:20am on AM1150s Top 40 Under 40! Congratulations DeAnna! Thank you so much for all you do for our community! Click the link below to check it out! https://www.iheartradio.ca/am-1150

Hello! Join Jason as he reviews some helpful tips on Sleeping Positions! Dont forget, you can see all of our archived FB Live classes and any previous helpful videos on our webpage www.stridephysio.ca or our YouTube Channel at Stride Mobile Physiotherapy! Thank you for tuning in!

Today at 10 we will be posting a video that goes over some advice on sleeping positions! Check it out!

Who is excited to dance with Becky today?! Though this is our last Live class, we will still have videos and previously filmed classes being posted in this time window. Thank you so much to everyone who has tuned in each week! Todays coordination class is great for anyone who feels uncoordinated or off balance. It helps to get your arms and legs moving together! Great for people post-stroke, brain injury, or who just feels their hand-eye coordination is getting worse. It is done in chair, so you can join even if you cannot stand or get tired standing! BUT most of these movements can also be done standing to make them more challenging! Grab a sturdy chair, a water bottle, and your device. See you in an hour!

Join Becky tomorrow with Seated Dance! This coordination class is great for anyone who feels uncoordinated or off balance. It helps to get your arms and legs moving together! This is a bitter-sweet class because it will be our last Facebook Live class! While we will miss tuning in live with you each week, we are so happy and excited to be able to come and see you in person! Not to worry though! There will still be classes posted in this time slot, they will just be either previously recorded Lives, or other helpful videos! So please keep tuning in, and thank you for all of your support! <3

Looks like the sun will be popping its head out here and there over the weekend! Getting out in the fresh air and being active isnt only great for your body, its also great for your mind! Even though things are opening up more, lets make sure not to forget safety and safe physical distancing, lets enjoy the beautiful Okanagan! https://www.tourismkelowna.com/events/ https://calendar.tourismvernon.com/ https://www.penticton.ca/our-communi/events/events-calendar

Who is excited to dance with Becky today?! This coordination class is great for anyone who feels uncoordinated or off balance. It helps to get your arms and legs moving together! Great for people post-stroke, brain injury, or who just feels their hand-eye coordination is getting worse. It is done in chair, so you can join even if you cannot stand or get tired standing! BUT most of these movements can also be done standing to make them more challenging! Grab a sturdy chair, a water bottle, and your device. See you in an hour!

Looks like today got a way from us! But, we would like to remind you to join Becky tomorrow with Seated Dance! This coordination class is great for anyone who feels uncoordinated or off balance. It helps to get your arms and legs moving together!

Just wanted to post a quick reminder to keep voting for local businesses in the Okanagan! We didnt make it to the final round, but there are lots of great businesses that did and need your vote! Make sure to check it out! https://bestof.kelownanow.com/votes/

Good morning! Are you ready to join Becky in an hour? This seated strength class is for those who want to improve their strength, but have difficulty standing for an extended period, or at all. Please have a sturdy chair, some water, and your device ready to watch! See you at 10am!

Join Becky tomorrow with Seated Strength! Please have a sturdy chair, some water, and your device ready to watch! We have really enjoyed everyone tuning in and sharing with us! If you know someone who would benefit and can tune in from home or a facility please get in touch or let them know!

Fathers Day is this weekend! Below are links to events that are happening this weekend for Dad! While a little different this year from last, check out the links below to get some ideas of how to celebrate Fathers Day, and even help out a good cause! Okanagan: https://www.thefathersdayrun.ca/event-details/ Vernon: https://allevents.in/vernon-bc/fathers-day/

June is Pride Month! We would like to share this advocacy group for LGBTQIA+ in the physiotherapy world. Lots to learn and some awesome resources, check out their social media: PT Proud

Todays class is going to be a slightly different combo class for those who want to improve their strength! I will be demonstrating both seated AND standing exercises! So, this can be for anyone who may be having difficulty standing for an extended period, or at all AND those who can stand for at least 30 minutes (with breaks) and feel safe holding on with only one hand. Grab a sturdy chair, a water bottle, and your device. See you in an hour!

Join Becky tomorrow with Seated Strength! Thank you to those who participated! We ended with a 50/50 tie for Seated and Standing classes, so I will do my best to do a bit of both! Thank you so much for your support! We still have that poll up for anyone who wants to get their vote in for next week! See you Tuesday!