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Here’s the place you’ll find tips, tricks + musings of a physiotherapist, traveller, fitness enthusiast and dog lover
Buzzword: Diastasis Rectus Abdominis - What is it REALLY About?
Diastasis Rectus Abdominis is a common concern and symptom experienced by women during pregnancy and postpartum and can be managed with pelvic floor physiotherapy and working with a perinatal fitness coach. Danielle Ufniak MSc PT is a registered pelvic floor physiotherapist and certified perinatal fitness coach who is trained through Brianna Battles’ Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching.
Vulvar and Vaginal Dryness: When to Use Lubricants versus Moisturizers
Do you experience vulva dryness or itchiness or skin irritant with sex, after shaving or just daily life? Learn the difference between a lubricant and a moisturizer including the pros and cons and indications for both!
Dr. Courtney Babut - Flow Physio + Wellness Chiropractic Doctor!
Meet Dr. Courtney Babut, our Chiropractor at Flow Physio + Wellness! Dr. Courtney is an athlete herself and has the experience and knowledge to help you with your sports injuries, improving physical function and managing pain.
Meet Aaron! Flow’s NEW Adult + Paediatric Physiotherapist
Meet Aaron, our physiotherapist at Flow Physio + Wellness who works with everyday athletes and weekend warriors to address sports injuries and orthopaedic conditions as well as provides paediatric physiotherapy and gross motor assessments and interventions for children.
Find Your Flow State - an Interview for SubKit
Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in wellness but unsure what to expect? SubKit’s interview with Danielle Ufniak, Owner of Flow Physio + Wellness, located in Bowmanville, ON, Canada.
Get to Know Physiotherapist Rachel Wilson MScPT
Flow Physio + Wellness is growing! We have met our soulmate practitioner Rachel Wilson MSc PT who aligns with our values of hands on treatment, movement based rehab and 1:1 quality care. Rachel is a physiotherapist who is passionate about helping the recreational athlete or weekend warrior stay on their A game!
What is Clinical Pilates and Is It For Me?
What is Clinical Pilates? If you’ve ever done Pilates or are interested in how ti can benefit you, read this blog post and get inspired to join in!
How Can I Stop Peeing with Jumping, Running, Etc?
Tired of peeing when you’re jumping, lifting, running, etc? Here are some considerations and cues to reduce and eliminate wet leggings during your next work out.
Training While Injured
Seeing improvements in strength or functional performance requires a focused plan to push the body to new levels. An unfortunate side effect of regular training (or even inconsistent training) is the occasional ‘tweak’ or spasm of a muscle or around a joint. Typically, these injuries aren’t enough to affect our training...but what about when a more significant injury occurs?
Mobility for the Desk Worker
4 easy movements you can start today to mitigate the aches and pains caused by working from home posture!
I’m Newly Postpartum - Now What?
Wondering how you can begin to work on healing yourself and reconnect with your body while newly postpartum? Here is a guide of things to consider as you navigate this new season of your life.
Pelvic Floor Considerations for 3rd Trimester
Pelvic floor considerations for women in their 3rd trimester including birth preparation, exercise modifications, and consulting with a pelvic floor physiotherapist.
Pelvic Floor Considerations for 2nd Trimester
Pelvic floor considerations for 2nd trimester including changes in exercise, movement, breathing and posture.
Pelvic Floor Considerations for 1st Trimester
Pelvic floor considerations for women in their 1st trimester of pregnancy surrounding movement, exercise and changes in their body.
Muscle Work 101: Massage vs. FST
Wonder what the differences between muscle work, massage therapy and fascial stretch therapy are? Look no further!
Guest Blog: Dr. David Answers Chiro Q&A
Most people have had an experience with a chiropractor, or know someone who has. I’ve heard lots of stories of chiro experiences ranging from the good, the bad, to the ugly. Here’s a run down of some commonly asked questions regarding chiropractic and myth debunking for ya!
What Is Down There Care? Pelvic Floor Physio Explained.
Who are we? What do we treat? What can I expect? What should I prepare for? Your questions, answered here!
2020 Reflection
I’ve been doing some ‘end of year’ clean up on my computer and phone and wanted to share a version of a “best of 2020 for Flow Physio + Wellness”- a wrap up of the best things to come out of 2020, because focusing on the lows has just become too easy!
Maximize Mobility in 5 Steps
Improve performance and reduce injury risk by maximizing your mobility sessions with these principles.