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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Thai Massage A Look at One of My Favourite Ways to Practice Massage So, what is this Thai massage you’ve heard so much...
Discover the Benefits of Athletic Therapy & Athletic Therapists Welcome to Alpha Health Services, where we're...
Elevate Your Mind: Unveiling the Cognitive Benefits of Exercise The impact of exercise on mental well-being and...
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.