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...
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Chest Binding and the role of Physiotherapy
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...
A Brief Guide to Improving your Sleep
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...
Grip Strength
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...
Update to Midtown Clinic Access Starting April 17, 2023 Due to Nearby Construction
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...
Post-stroke shoulder pain: 4 things you should know
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...
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About Alpha Health Services
At ALPHA Health Services, we strive to offer the best care, advice, and treatment to enable you to be as physical as you want to be, to get you living an active life, to allow you to reach your peak performance in sports, hobbies or regular life, and to encourage healthy aging. We believe in a holistic approach to rehabilitation and strive to get you back safely and as quickly as possible.
ALPHA Midtown
40 Holly Street, Suite 901
Toronto, ON M4S 3C3
info@alphahealthservices.ca
416.545.1881
ALPHA East
14 St. Matthews Rd G.008 (Located within Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital) Toronto, ON M4M 2B5