My passion for physiotherapy came to me later in life. After graduating with a bachelor's degree in anatomy from McGill, I knew I wanted to work in healthcare but I had no idea which path to take. Nothing felt quite like the right fit for me. However, I had always...
To the Graduating Physiotherapists of 2022; What an honour to be here today and to have the opportunity to address my newest colleagues and welcome you to the Physiotherapy profession. Although classes ended a few months ago, today marks the ceremonial end to your...
As a pelvic floor physical therapist, I take great interest in the details associated with a person’s experience with constipation. Rest assured, no amount of information is “TMI” or too much information when it comes to this job. What does “being...
How-to help support injuries and alleviate pain when sleeping Good quality sleep is a vital component to tissue recovery following an injury as this is time where the body can rest and repair. Unfortunately, good quality sleep is easier said than done when you are...
8 Reasons Why a Visit to a Sports Medicine Focused Naturopathic Doctor is Worth it... When you hear someone talking about sports medicine, a naturopathic doctor (ND) might not be the first type of healthcare provider you think of. They might not even be the second....
My interest in physiotherapy began when I was completing my graduate degree in Parkinson’s research. I found the brain and neuroanatomy so fascinating and it really piqued my interest in exploring neuro rehabilitation. I had not realized the full breadth and scope of...
The summer months provide a great opportunity to try something new, whether you want to enjoy the outdoors or escape...
There are several body changes that can happen after a stroke. For many, these changes canaffect balance. A loss of...
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...
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.