by alphahealth | Aug 9, 2023 | Aging, ALPHA Health Services, Neurological Physiotherapy
The summer months provide a great opportunity to try something new, whether you want to enjoy the outdoors or escape the heat and stay inside. See below for some ideas on accessible and adaptive activities for adults aged 18+ in the city both indoors and outdoors. If...
by alphahealth | Jul 24, 2023 | ALPHA Health Services
There are several body changes that can happen after a stroke. For many, these changes canaffect balance. A loss of balance is one of the main contributors to falls and low confidencewhen walking, which can greatly impact the ability for people to get outside the...
by alphahealth | Jun 27, 2023 | ALPHA Health Services, Physiotherapy
A little over a year and a half ago I made a goal for myself to run a half marathon. Since then I’ve run 3 half marathons, two full marathons, two 10km races and joined a run club! I often joke that running has VERY quickly become a part of my personality. Throughout...
by alphahealth | Jun 13, 2023 | ALPHA Health Services
We are so excited to begin offering pelvic physiotherapy services to the paediatric population at ALPHA Midtown! The pelvic floor muscles in children have the same function and role to play as they do in adults. Some may think the pelvic floor muscles are only...
by alphahealth | Jun 2, 2023 | ALPHA Health Services
Chest binding is a common way to give a more masculine appearance of the chest. Many individuals of the trans and non-binary community use this to reduce the appearance of breast tissue to better align with their identities. This is a fantastic affirming tool, but...