Glenn Mountain Physiotherapy

04/14/2022

Ever wondered how pain works? Why is it that some people experience more pain than others? Or why is it that a few months after your injury you're still experiencing pain?
Watch this short video that introduces the science of pain to help you understand what goes on in our body behind the scenes.
If you are experiencing pain and want to work towards resolving it, give us a call at (604) 557-0198 and book a physiotherapy or kinesiology session with one of our experts!

Explore the biological and psychological factors that influence how we experience pain and how our nervous system reactions to harmful stimuli.--In 1995, the...

10/22/2021

Do you ever feel like your hip is flaring out to the side while you walk?
This is a great strengthening exercise that can help stabiilize your hip!
FIrst, find a step and stand on it with one leg, while keeping the other leg hanging. Step down leading with the leg on the step—lowering your heel toward the floor and without putting weight on the floor. Focus on lifting yourself up through the heel of the leg on the step instead of pushing up with the leg on the floor. Make sure to hinge your hips backwards as you lower your leg, to get a greater focus on the glutes.
Repeat the exercise until you feel a nice muscle burn in the hip, then switch side.

If you are struggling and need more help, give us a call at (604) 557-0198 and book a session with us. We will be happy to help you!

02/12/2021

Ever wondered how to increase flexibility in your legs when bending forward? Stretching the muscles in the back of the thigh is a great idea, but today I want to show you something different: my Kinesiology party trick!
First, check what your flexibility is by reaching for your toes while keeping your feet together and knees locked. Then, grab a small hard ball (lacrosse or street hockey ball will do) and start rolling the bottom of your feet. If you find any spots that feel sore, spend about 20 seconds rolling them before moving on to another spot. Once you've rolled both feet, try testing your flexibility again. You will notice that now you can reach further than you did before!!

How does this work? Well, the myofascia found on the posterior part of your legs is all connected. So when you take away some tension from one part of it (in our case the plantar fascia) the other muscles and fascia that connect to it all benefit from this and are able to loosen up.
Try it out yourself and let us know if this works for you!

09/01/2020

We are seeking an experienced physiotherapist to join our busy and growing healthcare team!

In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing and evaluating the medical needs of our patients to develop adequate treatment plans. You will work with our patients to assist in practicing exercises and physical therapy designed to ease pain and increase mobility

Contact us with your resumes at glnmtnphysio@shawcable.com

06/23/2020

Don't forget to breathe!

Proper breathing is incredibly beneficial and so many of us have forgotten how to do it efficiently. Taking deep diaphragmatic breaths can help lower stress levels, heart rate and blood pressure, so why not give it a try?

To do this, lie down and place one hand on your chest and one on your belly (I like to keep my legs resting on a bench, but you can also keep your legs bent and feet flat on the floor). Now relax all your muscles and take a deep breath. You should feel the hand on your belly rise for the first two-thirds of the breath, then the hand on your chest will rise for the last third. Make sure your exhalation lasts longer than your inhalation. Once you figure it out, try doing it from a seated and standing position too.
It might take some time and practice before you master diaphragmatic breathing, but I can guarantee that once you do, you will feel the difference!

If you need a bit more help with this, make sure to call (604) 557-0198 and schedule an appointment with me (James) or Femi!

05/19/2020

Hello everyone!
I hope all of you are healthy and safe in these unprecedented times.
My name is James and I am a kinesiologist here at Glenn Mountain Physio! Today I want to show you a stretch you can do if you are feeling some discomfort in your low back.

This is called the Figure 4 Stretch. To perform, lie on your back with your knees bent, place one foot over the opposite knee and the other foot flat on the wall with the leg bent to 90 degrees. Maintain the position and relax. You can also push on your knee to increase the stretch..

If you need a bit more help with discomfort in the low back, or have any other issues that you would like to address, book an online session with me!
Call (604) 557-0198 for more information.

05/02/2020

Well established and a busy Orthopaedic and sports Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation centre is looking forward to hire a Full-time or a Part-time Physiotherapist to join the team.

10/03/2017

Get your cardio while the sun is out ☀️

40 minutes of walking is enough! 😊

09/05/2017

The upper trapezius gets tight, it carries the weight of your arms.
Provided you have no acute injuries, this stretch will improve neck mobility :)

09/01/2017

Hamstring tightness is often the reason for low back pain symptoms.

Bend the knee for an easier progression, keep the back straight!

08/02/2017

Suffer from back pain?

Pelvic tilts can provide symptom relief & strengthen the deep core muscles.

To perform, imagine pushing your low back flat into the floor.
Relax. Repeat!

07/21/2017

If you have a sore back, the problem could be tight hip flexors.
Whether you sit with your back straight or not, sitting will shorten your hip flexors and cause an exaggerated lumbar curve.

To correct this, stretching the hip flexor is essential.
If the hip flexor stretch is performed properly, it can alleviate lower back pain symptoms and improve low back posture.

Proper technique means you must flatten the lower back as this muscle attaches to the spine. In the second image, my low back is arched excessively, making the stretch useless.

Using a band is the most effective means of stretching this group as it pulls the hip forward. Make the stance short when you first start and longer if you want a deeper stretch.