Woodstock Physiotherapy Clinic
400-600 Princess St. N4S 4H4 Woodstock, ON, Canada

I got to spend the day with these amazing young men for bring your kid to work day. They did a great job. Hopefully future physiotherapists! www.activephysiosolutions.com

Woodstock physio is happy to welcome back Toronto Blue Jays baseball !

In addition to our previous post here is a quick list of foods to eat and eliminate: Foods that inflame Try to avoid or limit these foods as much as possible:... -refined carbohydrates, such as white bread and pastries -French fries and other fried foods -soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages -red meat (burgers, steaks) and processed meat (hot dogs, sausage) -margarine, shortening, and lard Foods that combat inflammation Include plenty of these anti-inflammatory foods in your diet: -tomatoes -olive oil -green leafy vegetables, such as spinach, kale, and collards -nuts like almonds and walnuts -fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, tuna, and sardines -fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and oranges http://www.health.harvard.edu//foods-that-fight-inflammati

Inflammation and your food Here is a link to a good article about how the foods we may be eating causes constant inflammation in our body. http://www.huffingtonpost.com//inflammatory-foods-worst-in

When choosing proper footwear to wear to work and going out on weekends be mindful of the long-term effects of wearing your favourite pair of heels. If any of these symptoms sound familiar please feel free to call the clinic and we would be happy to answer any of your questions. Call: 519-539-5653... Source: The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS)

As of Sunday environment Canada posted that we have seen less than 50 hours of sunlight. All human beings need light, sunshine and Vitamin D to survive. Several studies have shown a link between Vitamin D deficiency and chronic, 'unexplained' pain. So make sure you are getting the required amount during these long winter days. The top three recommendation for increasing your Vitamin D include: 1) Regularly receive midday sun exposure for 15 minutes at least twice a week expo...sing as much of the skin as possible. 2) Consult your physician and if deficient take Vitamin D during the winter months. 3) Eat tuna, sardines, trout, and herring or drink Vitamin D fortified beverages, such as rice milk. https://www.thestar.com//less-than-50-hours-of-sunlight-in

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) dysfunction is a common injury that results in a variety of symptoms such as pain, tenderness, stiffness and clicking of the TMJ. It can also contribute to headache, neck stiffness and ringing in the ear. TMJ can be caused by: - MVA or other trauma to the face, head and neck - Poor posture/clenching and grinding of the teeth... - Stree and inability to relax or sleep - Arthritis in the joint Physiotherapy is a valuable option in the treatment of TMJ dysfunction. Based on assessment findings, the physiotherapist will develop a treatment plan that would unclude: - Stretching, mobilization and massage of the TMJ and surrounding area - Home Exercise programs consisting of stretching and strengthening - Postural education/exercises - Ultrasound to stimulate healing and help with pain control - Acupuncture If this sounds like something you may be suffering from, give us a call or drop in we will be happy to answer any questions!

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