News and tips about physiotherapy and massage treatment in Stittsville and Ottawa from our Motion Works team, serving Stittsville, Kanata and Ottawa.
As we transition from hockey season to spring and summer sports like soccer, football, and rugby, it’s important to keep ourselves up to date on the proper treatment for concussion. While it’s not the only way to receive a concussion, contact sports can put people more at risk. Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Physiotherapy Stittsville explain common symptoms and treatment options for concussion.
Whether you’re an expert runner, or an amateur, our physiotherapists at MotionWorks Stittsville can help you maintain peak physical shape, or recover from an injury. Our goal is to help you continue to enjoy your running experience!
Swelling is an expected side-effect of surgery, but many do not realize that swelling can take weeks, or even months to go away entirely. Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Stittsville can help with your recovery from surgery, including the swelling.
With winter creeping up on us, it is time to get that snow shovel out and ready for action! Before you head out, our Stittsville physiotherapists share a few things to keep in mind for safe snow shovelling and to help prevent injuries.
Dizziness and vertigo are often used interchangeably but they are defined differently, and it is important to know the difference. Our physiotherapists at Motion Works Stittsville go over the difference between the two, and treatment for vestibular disorders.
As an expectant mother, taking care of your pelvic floor health through physiotherapy can make a significant difference in your prenatal experience and labour journey.
Incontinence affects millions of people and significantly impacts their quality of life. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of incontinence and their potential causes, and discuss how pelvic floor physiotherapy can offer effective solutions.
As we age, maintaining our balance becomes increasingly important for our overall well-being and independence. Our team of physiotherapists can help you improve your balance and decrease your fall risk. Remember that it's never too late to start prioritizing your balance!
Our pelvis hosts some very important muscles that support internal organs, control urination and facilitate sexual health. Here, our Stittsville physical therapists explain why physiotherapy targeted at these muscles are so important.
As the leaves change color and the air turns crisper, the arrival of fall brings with it a unique set of challenges for our bodies, particularly our joints. While the season is undoubtedly beautiful, the drop in temperature and atmospheric pressure can have a significant impact on joint health.
