Blog: Latest Tips & News in Physiotherapy & Wellness

Fitness class participants warming up with dynamic stretches before exercise

27 Jan, 2025

Is Stretching Beneficial?

Is Stretching Beneficial? What Does the Newest Research Say? Stretching has long been considered a cornerstone of fitness and rehabilitation routines...

Cupping therapy session with glass cups applied to a client's back to relieve muscle tension and improve circulation

20 Jan, 2025

Unlock the Healing Benefits of Cupping Therapy | Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness

Posted By: Forward Wellness

The Benefits of Cupping Therapy: Ancient Healing for Modern Wellness At Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness, we’re committed to providing treatments that help you ...

Massage therapist helping client relax during the holidays.

9 Dec, 2024

How Massage Therapy Helps Reduce Stress During the Holidays

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Introduction The holiday season is a time of joy, but it often comes with stress from shopping, planning gatherings, and managing work deadlines. Stress can leave you feeling tens...

25 Nov, 2024

Winter Sports Injury Prevention: Tips from a Physiotherapist

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Person decorating for Halloween while practicing ergonomic tips to prevent back and joint pain

31 Oct, 2024

Halloween Safety Tips for Your Back and Joints

Posted By: Forward Wellness

$Person receiving physiotherapy treatment to improve bone health and prevent osteoporosis-related fractures$

20 Oct, 2024

Understanding Osteoporosis: How Physiotherapy Can Help

Posted By: Forward Wellness

List of activities to fill your cup, such as walking, stretching, yoga, and physiotherapy

10 Oct, 2024

The Connection Between Physical Activity and Mental Health (World Mental Health Day)

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Person raking leaves experiencing back pain while bending over.

4 Oct, 2024

How to Prevent Injuries While Raking Leaves and Shoveling Snow

Posted By: Forward Wellness

5 Jan, 2023

Simple Ways to Improve Your Posture at Work – Guest Blog from Kiran Dhariwal

Posted By: Forward Wellness

It’s no secret that most people have poor posture and this has no doubt been increased by the rise of modern office and desk-based work. It’s human nature that sit...

12 Oct, 2022

Kinesiology

Posted By: Forward Wellness

What is Kinesiology? Kinesiology is the scientific study of human body movement and performance. Kinesiologists are experts in physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, strength & conditio...

14 Jun, 2022

Physiotherapy for Shoulder Pain – Guest Blog by Dr. Natalie Dalton (TCM)

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Shoulder pain can really stop you in your tracks and prevent you from enjoying your favourite activities. The shoulder is an especially complex part of the body, w...

19 May, 2022

Acupuncture can be a game-changer for overcoming depression – by Lachlan McDonald

Posted By: Forward Wellness

One of the hardest things about beating depression is simply getting started. Depression can steal your motivation, energy and sense of personal power. This makes it hard to see the pathway forwa...

Can Physiotherapy Help With Osteoarthritis?

9 May, 2022

Can Physical Therapy Help With Osteoarthritis?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a painful, perhaps even debilitating, irreversible condition. You probably already know that, hence why you're asking:

9 May, 2022

Is Walking Bad for Arthritic Knees? – Blog By Kris Ceniza

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Is Walking Bad for Arthritic Knees? Knee osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and it's typically due to wear and tear. So, it's only ...

3 May, 2022

The Importance of Strength Training by Michael Dermansky

Posted By: Forward Wellness

The Importance of Strength Training In the last 24 years of practice as a physiotherapist, the main reason people struggle with starting a new hobby or achieving a new physical goa...

20 May, 2021

Chiropractic Care to Alleviate Symptoms of Herniated Disc

Posted By: Forward Wellness

The anatomy of the spine includes the vertebrae joined by facet joints. Between these vertebrae are the discs. These discs offer protection to the spine, absorb impa...

10 May, 2021

Shockwave Therapy For Tendonitis

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Pain caused by tendon dysfunction or tendon injuries sustained during sports can be difficult to manage. This pain can impair your strength and motion, causing stres...

3 May, 2021

Physiotherapy — Drug-Free Treatment for Fibromyalgia

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Fibromyalgia can be a long-term condition that results in fatigue, stiffness, tenderness, and pain in the musculoskeletal system (muscles and joints) without any pre...

Release Your Stress With Physiotherapy Treatment

27 Apr, 2021

Release Your Stress Tension With Physiotherapy Treatment

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Stress is......well, stressful! Physiotherapy treatment can help relieve it in surprising ways. People may feel stress from tight deadlines at work, family issues, l...

5 Warning Signs You Should See A Chiropractor

23 Apr, 2021

5 Signs You Should See A Chiropractor

Posted By: Forward Wellness

There is a growing awareness about the effectiveness of chiropractic care. Millions of people around the world are reaching out to seek chiropractic care for a wide ...

20 Apr, 2021

How Can Physiotherapy Help Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

People can develop a mental health condition as a result of witnessing or being involved in a traumatic event or accident. This condition is often referred to as Pos...

15 Apr, 2021

10 Reasons Why Physical Therapy Is Beneficial

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Physical therapy is highly beneficial for people of all ages. It helps people with an illness, medical condition, or injury that may cause pain or movement/functiona...

Kick Obesity To The Curb With Physiotherapy

8 Apr, 2021

Help Manage Obesity With Physiotherapy

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Obesity has become one of the most common problems within our society today. Different countries are seeing an increase in obesity within their population globally. ...

25 Mar, 2021

Relieve Your Stress with Acupuncture Treatment

Posted By: Forward Wellness

These days, it is common to hear phrases like “I am stressed out”! Stress is not good for the general well-being of your body. I...

Chiropractic Care Vs. Prescription Pain Medication_ Which Is The Best_

19 Mar, 2021

Chiropractic Care Vs. Prescription Pain Medication: Which Is Best?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Physical pain is a thing that many people experience. Many are seeking relief from different kinds of pain. Pain may be in any area of your body including the back, ...

How Can A Physiotherapist Treat The TMD Symptoms_

16 Mar, 2021

How Can A Physiotherapist Treat TMJ Symptoms?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

TMJ is the acronym for temporomandibular joint. These are the two joints connecting the temporal bone of the skull to the mandible or jaw. These joints allow chewing...

10 Mar, 2021

4 Reasons To Visit A Chiropractor After A Car Accident

Posted By: Forward Wellness

It is a great idea to see a Chiropractor after a car accident. Automobile accidents are a fairly common occurrence no matter how cautious of a driver you are. Accord...

How Chiropractic Care Is Helpful For Senior Citizens

2 Mar, 2021

How Chiropractic Care Is Helpful For Seniors

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Chiropractic care is helpful for Seniors. As people gracefully embrace their golden years and prepare to enjoy their retirement, they also begin to worry about the p...

12 Feb, 2021

5 Signs You Might Need Physiotherapy Treatment

Posted By: Forward Wellness

From time to time, people may experience aches and pains. This may also be felt as stiffness. While most of these are temporary sensations and resolve on their own, others may re...

5 Feb, 2021

Chiropractic Adjustments for Treating Headaches

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Some people experience occasional headaches, but more frequent headaches can become disabling. It can affect your ability to complete daily tasks and sleep, and thes...

Is Arthritis Hurting you? Physiotherapy Can Help

12 Jan, 2021

Is Arthritis Painful? Physiotherapy Can Help

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Millions of people suffer from arthritis and seek help from different medical professionals. It may be surprising to find out that

8 Jan, 2021

Combat Anxiety With Effective Chiropractic Care

Posted By: Forward Wellness

In today’s times, everyone seems to be extremely busy in accomplishing their goals. Due to this, we can feel like we are under constant pressure. This stress can lea...

Chiropractic Care For Natural Relief For Arthritis

5 Jan, 2021

Chiropractic Care For Natural Relief of Arthritis

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Arthritis is becoming a common musculoskeletal problem, and many people feel arthritic pain as they age. It is a pain that can easily...

What is Knee Bursitis & How Physiotherapy Can Help

24 Dec, 2020

What Is Knee Bursitis And How Can Physiotherapy Help?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Have you ever experienced pain or inflammation in your knees? Pain in the knees has many causes, one of which can be bursitis. Inflam...

The Benefits of Custom Orthotics Go Well Beyond Foot Pain

20 Dec, 2020

The Benefits of Custom Orthotics on Foot Pain

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Do you often feel pain in your feet? Has this pain become a hindrance to carrying out your daily activities? If yes, then you custom ...

16 Dec, 2020

Chiropractic Therapy for Treating Effects of Stress Naturally

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Chiropractic therapy may help relieve the effects of stress. Stress is a condition that can make you feel mentally or emotionally strained. It is our body’s reaction...

9 Dec, 2020

The Benefits of Manual Therapy for Pain Relief

Posted By: Forward Wellness

People can suffer from a wide range of musculoskeletal pain. This pain can be either short-term or chronic. There are a wide range of treatment methods or techniques...

How Acupressure Helps in Dealing with Anxiety

30 Nov, 2020

How Acupressure Can Help with Anxiety

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Anxiety is a relative state of worry and fear. The feeling can be paralyzing for some, rendering them incapable of being productive, which can be very frustrating. H...

25 Nov, 2020

Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

Posted By: Forward Wellness

During pregnancy, a woman’s body must undergo many physical changes. These changes are natural and it helps prepare for childbirth. However, these changes can someti...

17 Nov, 2020

Are You Developing Text Neck?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

"Text neck", also known as forward head posture, can cause stress and strain to the neck. It is caused by having your head in a forward and downward position over a ...

12 Nov, 2020

7 Steps For A Healthier You

Posted By: Forward Wellness

It has been said that “health is wealth”, would you agree? Your health is characterized by your physical and mental state. It is considered ideal for your body and m...

10 Nov, 2020

Types of Acupuncture

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Acupuncture is a holistic way of treating the body to get rid of various ailments. It is considered an effective treatment method as ...

5 Nov, 2020

How Can You Improve Your Posture Working From Home?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Your posture when working from home is important. Since the outbreak of the coronavirus, many employees have been asked to work from ...

24 Oct, 2020

4 Ways to Maintain a Healthier Lifestyle

Posted By: Forward Wellness

We are all striving torwards a healthier lifestyle. On a daily basis, we are faced with decisions that impact our health, either posi...

21 Oct, 2020

Did You Know Chiropractic Treatment Can Help With Headaches?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Headaches, we have all been there! Pain in your head can have a negative impact on your day. It is hard to function and focus on your daily activities with a throbbi...

18 Oct, 2020

Best Practices to Protect Your Health While Working At Home

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Working from home is becoming more common, due to many diff...

15 Oct, 2020

How Do Virtual Physio Appointments Work?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Due to the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, many people are working from home. As per the government guidelines, people are asked to stay at home as much as pos...

5 Oct, 2020

Acupuncture For Menopause

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Menopause can be an unpleasant stage of life. Hormonal changes are at a peak, and the body may become more prone to deteriorating health conditions. With these chang...

1 Oct, 2020

Not Just For Relaxation – 5 Benefits Of Prenatal Massage

Posted By: Forward Wellness

During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes a lot of changes. The hips and pelvis must move to adjust to the growing baby. As the baby grows, more force is put on the...

26 Sep, 2020

Dry Needling? What’s That?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Pain and poor musculoskeletal function can be limiting and uncomfortable. Dry needling can be beneficial in such situations. The term ‘dry’ comes fro...

24 Sep, 2020

Why Stretching Will Benefit Your Overall Health

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Physical fitness is important for a healthy lifestyle however, it is not just about vigorous exercise.

15 Sep, 2020

What Can Physiotherapy Treat?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

When people hear the word physiotherapy, back problems and ...

10 Sep, 2020

Ways Acupuncture Boosts Your Overall Wellness

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine that...

5 Sep, 2020

Advice For Lower Back Pain

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Your lower back experiences a lot of stress from everyday movements. As such,

31 Aug, 2020

5 Quick Tips For Proper Sitting Posture

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Most often, we have been guided by our family members to sit properly, stand properly, sleep in the proper position. Ever since childhood, we have been nagged about ...

30 Aug, 2020

Prenatal Massage Therapy: 5 Things You Need To Know

Posted By: Forward Wellness

If you are expecting a baby, then you will be going through a lot of hormonal and physical changes in your body related to the gradual development of your baby in yo...

29 Aug, 2020

5 Benefits of Physiotherapy You Need to Know NOW!

Posted By: Forward Wellness

Are you suffering from chronic pain? Or Is your injuries taking a toll on your body? In such a serious situation, it is always advisable to visit a

28 Aug, 2020

What Is Taping & How Does It Help Your Sports Injury?

Posted By: Forward Wellness

The world of sports is really cool. You can come across people who are so much concerned about regular exercise, diet, and the overall health of the body. Even the m...

26 Aug, 2020