Lifemark Physiotherapy (Pelham & Glendale)
245 Pelham Road #103 L2S 1X8 Saint Catharines, ON, Canada

It's World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT)'s World Occupational Therapy Day! Occupational therapists are dedicated to helping make life easier and more efficient for those living with health challenges. On this #WorldOTDay, we celebrate the work that they do https://bit.ly/3e0Onoa

Are your health benefits expiring soon? Don't let them go to waste. Book physiotherapy, massage therapy, and more by the end of the year and make the most of your benefits before they renew! https://bit.ly/3mgdCWn

It's Massage Therapy Awareness Week! Massage can ease the toll that stress takes on your body by reducing muscle tension and helping you relax. It's a service that we proudly offer from coast to coast, and we've taken a myriad of precautions to ensure a safe massage therapy experience during the COVID-19 pandemic https://bit.ly/37x7tkB #MTAW

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many industries to adapt and find new ways to provide service. For Lifemark, Virtual Care has allowed us to continue offering important services to our patients from the comfort and safety of their own homes. Lifemark Health Group VP Corporate Development, Judy Boivin, recently wrote about our embrace of Virtual Care and its effect on the world of physiotherapy for the Canadian Physiotherapy Association/Association canadienne de physiothérapie Check it out at https://bit.ly/3okDAty

If you're in need of healthcare services but don't feel like going to a clinic right now, Virtual Care has got you covered. This secure video conference technology allows you to receive quality care from the comfort of your own home. If you've got a Virtual Care appointment booked soon, here's how to make sure you're ready to go https://bit.ly/31z6MDx

Golf has been one of the more popular sports during the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing for outdoor recreational activity and socializing while maintaining safe distance. Golfers are going to want to squeeze as much as they can out of the season this fall, so make sure you're warming up properly! https://bit.ly/3oeQTvK

It's always important to plan ahead, especially with a long Covid-19 winter looming in the coming months. While it will still be important to stay home, you can still get exercise and enjoy the outdoors this winter! You just need to be prepared. https://www.theguardian.com//covid-cold-winter-months-enjo

Tension headaches, the result of muscle tension in the head, neck, and shoulders, can be painful and make it near impossible to concentrate on work. Release tension and strengthen those muscles with some regular, simple exercises: shoulder shrugs, tilt/pull head side to side, and up and down. Massage therapy can help too! #TuesdayTip

As we pass the halfway point of October, there are plenty of seasonal tasks to do around the house. Whether you're raking leaves, tidying up the garage, or just putting up some Halloween decorations, here are some tips to keep you safe and injury free this fall! https://bit.ly/3j1mA7P #otmonth

Last fall, Lifemark Physiotherapy (Millwoods) physiotherapist Vinu George gave a talk at TEDxAbbotsford about the link between pain and immobility in our bodies. It's a fascinating watch, check it out! https://youtu.be/2hZW_nLxVQU

Today is Global Handwashing Day, dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective way to prevent disease. COVID-19 has brought the importance of handwashing to the forefront this year, and we encourage everyone to practice good hand hygiene today and every day! #GlobalHandwashingDay

Have you ever had shin splints? If you're a runner, chances are you've felt that sharp leg pain before. Anyone can develop this shin pain after increasing physical activity, but luckily you can treat it yourself at home https://bit.ly/3bguSXa

As the weather gets colder and fitness centers start to close down again, many of us are looking for the motivation to get back to (or finally start) working out at home. It can be easier to injure yourself with a home workout than you might think, so take it slow and listen to your body https://www.thestar.com//working-out-from-home-simple-step

Have you taken the time to ensure your home workstation is ergonomically friendly? Neck, shoulder, and back pain can be a real problem if you're not careful. Keep in mind the 90 Rule - keep 90 degree angles at the ankles, knees, hips, and elbows when seated. Support the curve of your lower back, and try to keep your screen at eye level. #TuesdayTip