Author: Sarah

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What Is Kinesiology? How Kinesiologists Help—and the Collaborative Care Model at Physiothérapie Avantex

Kinesiology is a rapidly growing field in rehabilitation and health performance—and for good reason. As more people seek personalized, active, and evidence-based approaches to recovery, kinesiologists are becoming essential members of modern healthcare teams. At Physiothérapie Avantex, our kinesiologists play a key role in helping patients move better, recover faster, and return to the activities they love with confidence and...

12/12/2025

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Understanding Vertigo

A short discussion of common causes of vertigo and how to manage them Vertigo is not a diagnosis, it is a symptom! Vertigo is described as a feeling of spinning, or of feeling the room spinning around you and can be brought on by a number of different problems with the vestibular system, a small organ in the inner ear that...

20/02/2025

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Vestibular Neuritis and Labyrinthitis – What are they, and how to manage?

Vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis are some of the most common inner ear disorders that we see at Physiothérapie Avantex. In this article we’ll examine what vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis are, the usual progression of vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis, the differences between them, and how these conditions are treated, both medically and in physiotherapy. Vestibular Anatomy Let’s start with a short anatomy lesson....

19/12/2024

in physiotherapy, Uncategorized, Vestibular Rehabilitation

Understanding Low Back Pain: Causes and Effective Treatment Options

Introduction Low back pain, often simply referred to as "back pain," is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide. It has been estimated to affect up to 25% of adult Canadians (1). It can be debilitating, affecting daily activities, work, and overall quality of life. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the causes of low back pain and...

06/10/2023

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What’s New in Concussion Care – An Update to Concussion Management Guidelines

Every 4 years since 2001, the Concussion in Sport Group, a group of researchers, clinicians and experts in the concussion world, gathers to review the most recent evidence and create what is called a consensus statement for concussion management. This statement, usually known as the consensus guidelines, forms the basis and framework for evidence-based concussion management. In this article we...

11/08/2023

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Physiotherapy for Stroke Recovery

What is a stroke? A stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted. This can happen in two ways: Ischemic Stroke: The most common type of stroke, which occurs when a blood clot blocks an artery that supplies blood to the brain. Hemorrhagic Stroke: A less common...

03/05/2023

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What is Neurological Rehab and How Can It Help Me?

What is Neurological rehabilitation? Neurological rehabilitation is a type of physical therapy aimed at improving the mobility, independence and physical and motor functions of individuals who have suffered from a neurological injury or condition such as a stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's disease, Guillaine-Barré Syndrome and more. What are neurological physiotherapists? Neurological physiotherapists are physiotherapists who specialise in the treatment and management of...

02/02/2023

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Graded Exercise Therapy for Concussion and Persistent Symptoms

Over the last 20 years, recommendations for how to heal from a concussion have changed enormously. 20 years ago, when someone had a concussion, we used to recommend what is called “cocoon therapy”. Basically, it was recommended to stay in bed, in the dark, until you felt better. But, what happened if you never felt better? Or if lying in...

31/05/2022

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COVID-19, Dizziness & Vertigo – What’s the link, and what to do?

We have all been living with COVID-19 since March 2019. In the time since then, what we know about the virus, its method of transmission and symptoms has been changing, seemingly day to day. Initially, we were told that the hallmark symptoms of COVID-19 infection were loss of smell or taste, along with typical respiratory virus symptoms (cough, congestion, etc.)....

11/02/2022

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