Dancing Away From Injury
Growing up being highly involved in dance, as a dancer and a teacher, our Physiotherapist Shira Schwartz has been through her fair share of injuries, but also knows what dancing is all about and [...]
Tummy Time Tips – Making Motor Development a Fun Activity!
Regardless of the age of your baby, they should definitely be spending some time on their tummy. Tummy time helps with your baby’s development but at the same time limits the chances of [...]
My child is “Pigeon Toed”, is this bad? The facts behind intoeing in children
Intoeing, sometimes referred to as being “pigeon-toed”, is a relatively common condition that primarily effects toddlers and children and can involve one or both feet. Intoeing is typically first [...]
Growing Pains in the Knees – What is Osgood-Schlatter Disease?
Osgood-Schlatter Disease What is OSD? Osgood-Schlatter disease (OSD) is a condition most commonly found in children and adolescents, often during puberty, which is characterized by a painful bump [...]
Is My Child’s Developmental Delay a Cause For Concern?
The Role of Physiotherapy for Developmental Delay in Children Every child’s development is unique, each of them attaining the various milestones of development at their own pace. Small delays in [...]
Torticollis – A pain in the neck for the child or adult
Torticollis, sometimes referred to as wry neck, is a condition characterized by an asymmetrical head and/or neck position due to involuntary neck muscle contractions. Over time, this can result [...]
Is Physiotherapy Right For My Child?
When we think about physiotherapy, we too often forget to think about the little ones. Babies, infants, children, and youth of all ages can truly benefit from the services provided by a [...]
Back To School – A backpack shouldn’t mean back pain
With back to school just around the corner, shopping for new clothes and school supplies takes priority, but the most important purchase that should be made is a good backpack. A good bag could [...]
