What is Bobath Therapy? Bobath therapy is currently the most widely use neuro-rehabilitation approach in the world (1). It originated in the 1940s through the work of Berta and Karel Bobath who discovered the potential for recovery in people with neurological...
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My Story – Daniel Krasner
My Story - Daniel Krasner (Toronto Physiotherapy Resident) Throughout my physical therapy education, a recurring theme that came up was the idea of being a lifelong learner. Meaning that the journey of a physiotherapist should not end the day you graduate, but should...
Osteoarthritis and the GLA:D Program
What is Osteoarthritis and how can the GLA:D Program help? What is Osteoarthritis? Arthritis (arthro = joint; itis = inflammation) is a general medical term used to describe inflammation within a joint. This inflammation can cause redness, swelling, and stiffness;...
My Story – Joanna Schechter
My Story - Joanna Schechter (Toronto Physiotherapist) I always thought I wanted to be a doctor. My father was a doctor, my uncle was a doctor, and several of my parent's close friends were doctors. However, I discovered how I was meant to spend my career when I was a...
What’s the deal with Theraguns?
What's the deal with Theraguns? Ask a Toronto Physiotherapist! This past holiday season you might have noticed that a popular gift was the massage gun with different accessories and a big price tag. So what are these tools, how can they help you, and are they worth...
The Evidence on Birthing Positions During Labour
Birthing Positions During Labour - A review During pregnancy, a lot of questions revolve around the “optimal” birthing position. In my practice, when I ask my clients what their expected outcomes from adopting an optimal birthing position include, many of them...
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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.
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14 St. Matthews Rd G.008 (Located within Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital) Toronto, ON M4M 2B5