Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy After Childbirth: When to Start, What Happens and What to Expect
A plain language guide to postpartum pelvic floor physiotherapy: when to book, what the assessment involves, which symptoms it treats and how to return…
Physio Cottage Journal
Physiotherapy, massage therapy and recovery guides from Physio Cottage in Scarborough.
Whiplash After a Car Accident: Symptoms, Recovery Timeline and When to See a Physiotherapist
Neck pain after a collision? What whiplash feels like, how long it takes to recover, what helps and what does not, and how treatment…
What to Do in the First 7 Days After a Workplace Injury in Ontario
Injured at work in Ontario? A day by day guide to reporting, seeing a health professional, starting physiotherapy and protecting your WSIB claim in…
Pelvic Pain During Intercourse: When It’s Time to See a Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Short answer: It is time to see a pelvic floor physiotherapist when pain during intercourse keeps returning, lasts after sex, or makes you avoid…
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Short answer: Signs of pelvic floor dysfunction include leaking when you cough, sneeze or exercise, a sudden urge to pass urine, heaviness or pressure…
Physiotherapy vs Massage Therapy: Which One Do You Need?
Short answer: Choose physiotherapy if you have an injury, joint problem or pain that limits movement and you need an assessment and exercise plan.…
Physiotherapy vs. Chiropractic Care: Which Is Best for Lower Back Pain?
Short answer: Both can help lower back pain. Physiotherapy focuses on exercise, movement and long-term strength, while chiropractic care often uses spinal adjustments for…
Why Pre & Post Operative Physiotherapy is Important?
Short answer: Physiotherapy before surgery builds strength, mobility and confidence so you go in better prepared. Physiotherapy afterwards helps you move safely, manage pain…
Can a Chiropractor Help With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Short answer: A chiropractor may help ease carpal tunnel symptoms such as numbness, tingling and wrist pain by treating the wrist, forearm, elbow and…
How Can Physiotherapy Help a Slipped Disc?
Short answer: Physiotherapy helps a slipped disc by calming the irritated nerve, finding positions and movements that ease pain, and rebuilding core, hip and…