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...
by alphahealth | May 11, 2023 | ALPHA Health Services, Stress
What question can never be answered with a Yes? “Are you asleep?” I’m sure we have all heard this question, hoping that we were asleep, but instead we are thinking about random events during the day or how many hours are left before we need to get up for work. Sleep...
by alphahealth | Apr 28, 2023 | ALPHA Health Services
A very important component of being a human being is being able to use our opposable thumbs and hold and grip objects. All age groups from babies to the elderly rely heavily on gripping and holding for everyday life and for participation in sports. Hand function and...
by alphahealth | Apr 17, 2023 | ALPHA Health Services
Due to construction starting as early as April 17, 2023, vehicle and pedestrian access will be limited along Eglinton Avenue East between Yonge St. and Holly St. As a result, patients at our Midtown clinic (40 Holly St.) may need to take an alternate route to attend...
by alphahealth | Apr 4, 2023 | ALPHA Health Services
Post-stroke shoulder pain, or hemiplegic shoulder pain, affects as many as 72% of stroke survivors in Canada, and is the most common source of pain among stroke survivors. Shoulder pain has a strong influence on functional recovery post-stroke as it can greatly...
