A caesarean section is more than a life-saving procedure - it is also a major abdominal surgery. Just like a vaginal birth, a C-section requires significant recovery time to ensure the pelvic floor and core functions are fully restored. During a C-section recovery, it is very important to follow the advice of your primary health [...]
If you've been struggling with fertility, acupuncture can help: ✅ Improve Ovarian Function ✅ Bring Circulation to the Uterus ✅ Improve Sperm Quality ✅ Balance Hormones ✅ Reduce the Stress & Anxiety of TTC Connect with us at the Ottawa's Life Therapies clinic to schedule an appointment with Khoi Vu, Registered Acupuncturist, who has over 30 years of experience. Our [...]
It's #Movember and we need to chat 💬 Men with prostate cancer and testicular cancer face an uphill battle before, during and after treatment. To improve quality of life, many physicians around the world now recommend that patients meet with a Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist for an assessment upon diagnosis. This assessment is used to speed up recovery and [...]
Curious about Low Level Laser Therapy? The technology utilizes superluminous and laser diodes to irradiate diseased or traumatized tissue with photons. These particles of energy are selectively absorbed by the cell membrane and intracellular molecules, resulting in the initiation of a cascade of complex physiological reactions, leading to the restoration of normal cell structure and [...]
Registered Massage Therapist full time position open at the well established Life Therapies Clinic. The West-Wellington location, situated between the vibrant communities of Hintonburg and Westboro, offers steady, reliable and loyal repeat clientele, living and/or working in the area. The practitioner team at Life Therapies treat a variety of clientele including athletes, non athletes, children, [...]
Did you know #osteopathy can help with cervicogenic headaches? While some headaches are caused by eyestrain, stress, tiredness, or trauma, cervicogenic headaches are caused by problems with the nerves, bones, or muscles in your neck. While you may feel the pain in your head, the origin may be another location in your body. To find out more [...]
A caesarean section is more than a life-saving procedure - it is also a major abdominal surgery. Just like a vaginal birth, a C-section requires significant recovery time to ensure the pelvic floor and core functions are fully restored. During a C-section recovery, it is very important to follow the advice of your primary health [...]
Psst 🤫 Have you heard the news? You could be the first to experience the benefits of Laser Therapy at the Life Therapies clinic! Starting Monday, September 23rd, Bharat Sekhri, Registered Physiotherapist will be offering cold, low level laser therapy treatments. The BioFlex Laser is a revolutionary new technology for resolving pain. It is effective in treating musculoskeletal condition, [...]
It is important for women of all ages to maintain pelvic floor muscle strength. Kegels are NOT always indicated for all pelvic floor problems. Sometimes they do more harm than good, and often they are NOT performed correctly. Exercises for the pelvic floor have numerous benefits including: improving and maintaining bladder function reducing pain [...]
Do you suffer from incontinence? Perhaps you've been struggling with pelvic pain? Many people are surprised to learn that pelvic floor muscles can be either too weak or too tight. Thus the reason for unusual pain. So how can you tell you may have a pelvic floor dysfunction? Common signs include: Frequent urination during the day Sudden [...]
