Stress is a formidable emotion that can creep into our lives and dictate our day-to-day mental well-being, often before we even realize. Strictly defined, stress is a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances. It does not manifest...
Some people might ask, “shouldn’t we have posted this sooner?”. You’re probably right, but as January comes to an end, some might be questioning their goal choice or capacity to carry it out. Let this serve as a timely reminder that your resolutions are attainable. As...
As Health Place’s Founder, Pedro, I would like to introduce myself, as well as share my vision for the future of both our therapists and our clients. A little about me...
If you’ve read our last blog, you might ask - what is the difference between post-season and pre-season? During the post-season, you’ve actively rehabilitated your injuries and allowed your body to heal. Whereas pre-season is about building yourself to become resilient to the stressors that...
As the seasons change throughout the year, we see a shift in the competitive sports that fill our stadiums and TV screens. The beginning of some means the ending of others, and while some may have had a successful season, there are always those who...
What do you do when you injure yourself? Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation is synonymous with the management of acute injuries. This commonly known term of R.I.C.E, reduces swelling and decreases pain within the first 72 hours post-incident, but is it optimal for recovery in...
Commonly known as the ‘master mineral’, magnesium plays a vital role in activating over 300 different biochemical reactions within the human body. As the fourth most abundant element in the body, this essential mineral assists in maintaining optimal health by: Creating and maintaining bone structure ...
With Federer kicking ass again this year, the disappointed result against Del Potro, and our head therapist Dalibor away with the Australian Davis Cup team, we thought now would be a good time to talk about a pretty common injury in Tennis as well as...
Recently, there has been a spike in the number of myotherapists and musculoskeletal therapists...
Okay, so, you just came out of your massage, you’re feeling loose, relaxed and ready to reintegrate into the world. As you fumble around for your private health care card, your therapist mentions something to you about what to do when you get home, but...