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The results are in, and they are irrefutable. A landmark meta-analysis involving 46 randomized trials and 3811 patients, showed that acupuncture is more effective than sleeping pills for increasing sleep duration, with an improvement of at least 3 hours per night....

Misconception 1: Physiotherapy is Only for Athletes One prevalent misconception about physiotherapy is that it’s exclusively for athletes recovering from sports injuries. While it’s true that athletes often utilize physiotherapy to recover from injuries and improve...

The answer to this question depends on a variety of factors. For instance, what condition is being treated, the general constitution of the patient, how chronic or acute the condition is, etc. Some conditions respond faster than others. Likewise, some patients respond...

What is Dry Needling? Dry needling, also referred to as myofascial trigger point dry needling or intramuscular stimulation (IMS), is a specialized procedure that involves the use of a very fine, thin needle, also called a filiform needle, being inserted into your skin...

Expect to fill out a new patient physiotherapy form (separate from our new patient massage therapy forms) and provide insurance information. This can be a motor vehicle accident claim number or extended health plan that covers physiotherapy treatments  Expect to...

Massage therapy eases the effects of plane, train and automobile travel on the body! Sitting for prolonged periods of time decreases our energy levels, reduces blood circulation to our limbs and causes stiffness in the ankles, calves, legs, hips, back, neck… well...

Stress follows us no matter what stage of life we are in. It can drain our energy causing a feeling of lethargy, anxiousness, sleeplessness, negativity, or depression. The physiological effects that stress creates manifest in the many systems of the body and can play...

What’s the Deal with Sports Injury Rehabilitation? Sports Injury Rehabilitation is all about getting you back on your feet (or back on the court, track, or field) after a sports-related mishap. It’s like a tailor-made recovery plan for athletes, weekend warriors, and...

So, you’ve decided to get your first-ever massage! As the date on the calendar approaches, you might feel apprehensive or uncertain. That’s natural. Disrobing and being touched by a stranger? That’s not so natural. The first thing you should know is that a good...