To obtain the desired “soft-tissue re-modeling”, and “re-programming” of affected muscles, specific movements, repeated in controlled sequences, will be taught to maximize the benefits and maintain the gains achieved with the “hands-on” treatment. This therapeutic exercise program is a vital part of the recovery process. Through your exercise program, you will develop mobility, flexibility, strength and endurance. You will improve coordination, balance, and physical conditioning – and develop a secure feeling of well-being. Your work is rewarding! Patients who are active participants in their treatment make the fastest gains toward healing, improvement and recovery.

While fitness programs may be used to strengthen joints and muscles, they can also irritate compromised or injured anatomical structures. Your training program must be tailored to your needs, by your physiotherapist, so it doesn’t impose physical demands disproportional to your body’s ability to perform. Inappropriate exercise can cause strain, inflammation or muscle spasms or create further abnormal movement patterns, which can aggravate your condition.

As well, remember that to restore muscle function, you must develop the capacity to relax strained or tense tissue, allowing it to elasticize, before developing strength or power. It is essential that your muscles be “trainable” to be trained!

Stress management and relaxation training can be an important aspect of treatment. Stress management and relaxation strategies can greatly assist in the healing and recovery process.

If you have questions about aches or pains, new or old injuries, discomforts, or just an urge to understand your body mechanics and improve your physical performance, do not hesitate to contact me. As an experienced and highly trained physiotherapist, I can answer your questions, offer you “words of wisdom”, and teach you important basic skills to best use and respect your #1 partner in life: your body!