The October ALPHA Health Services staff profile features Registered Physiotherapist, Jennifer Harvey. Jennifer completed her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto, and her undergraduate degree at McMaster University. We asked Jennifer a...
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Lower Back Pain and Core Strength- Prevent Low Back Pain!
Let’s talk back pain. Pain in the lower back is the single leading cause of disability worldwide (Global Burden of Disease 2010). It is estimated that 80% of the population will experience back pain at some time in their lives. Back pain is the most common reason for...
Postural Exercises to Prevent Back Pain – Ask a Physiotherapist!
Fall is in the air, and it is back to school time! We see, too often, the negative effects heavy backpacks have on the postures of those who carry them. Rounded shoulders, protruding neck, arched back, knock knees... all leading to headaches, neck pain, leg pain, back...
Manual Lymphatic Drainage for Post Surgical Patients – Massage Therapy can help!
Manual Lymphatic Massage Post Surgery When you think of someone who’s just had surgery, what do you think are the symptoms they typically experience? Maybe you have first hand experience of what it feels like to come out of surgery. I know I do. You have pain, and...
Massage Therapy – Who Benefits from Manual Lymph Drainage?
Manual Lymphatic Drainage... Can I benefit? The short answer to this question is that most people can benefit from Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD). MLD It’s a very gentle massage that helps to promote relaxation, immune function and reduce edema (buildup of fluid) in the...
Get to know Karen Kingsley- Registered Massage Therapist and Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist at Yonge and Eglinton
Meet Karen Kingsley, registered massage therapist at ALPHA Health Services. Karen brings a wealth of experience, and specialization in Manual Lymphatic Drainage. Read on to learn a bit more about Karen and her practice! Why did you become a Registered Massage...
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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.