Holly Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

12/17/2024

Merry Christmas from all of us at Holly Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation! Doug is in the spirit of the season and wishes everyone has a great break. We are open our normal hours up to Christmas and return Jan 6th. Have a happy holiday season!

10/15/2024

It is not all about building muscle...

Boost your mood, reduce back pain, and much more!

08/16/2024

06/11/2024

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/power-your-paddle-sports-with-three-great-exercises-202204192726

Like kayaking or canoeing, paddleboarding provides a serious workout. But before you head out on the water, you'll want to get some key muscle groups in shape, especially ones that probably ...

05/15/2024

Great article with info for those with Parkinson's and their loved ones. Holly Physio is specifically trained to provide the key workout techniques to improve or maintain function while living with Parkinson's. Want to learn more? Book an appointment with Sara and get started!

https://www.parkinson.org/blog/awareness/early-rehab-care?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2DAdrduujxplGHXodOX1pJe37bHJ9_7VHci3dvtUlBO7nrzbBnV0YRQ2I_aem_AfuRzAqGndj2vTVNJ6ynk4c8qo3Q4vvREEWVqtXi03YhWiMlcUEpqGWmA3AvlqhCaA598NAlZcSYQ13whMpFGvob

Rehabilitation can play a crucial role in managing and improving Parkinson's disease (PD) symptoms, function, and quality of life and reducing disability from day one.

02/29/2024

Our friends at Independent Living Services have a new program for home maintenance and repair that is definitely worth checking out for your loved ones. Visit them at https://ilssimcoe.ca/resources/ for all their great programs! They have a page too: https://www.facebook.com/ILSsimcoe

02/01/2024

Be fit and productive...some great tips here:

Walking is one of the simplest and most strategic things you can do for yourself. It takes little preparation, minimal effort, no special equipment, and it can contract or expand to fit the exact amount of time you have available.

01/18/2024

Worth a check: When we temporarily lose our sense of smell, we may attribute it to a cold, sinus infection or COVID-19. But ongoing smell loss is linked to Parkinson's disease risk. In some, smell loss can precede a Parkinson's diagnosis by up to 10 years.
Our landmark study is exploring this connection. The study is offering a free scratch-and-sniff test to anyone age 60 and up without Parkinson's in the U.S. and Canada.

01/05/2024

Another great program is available through Independent Living Simcoe: Homemaking. For adults over 55+ and those with disabilities, the program offers up to 4 hours a month of light housekeeping including meal prep, shopping, laundry and care coordination. Visit https://ilssimcoe.ca/programs/homemaking-services/ to find out more and if you or your loved one could get a little assistance in living in their own home.

Our homemaking program assists adults with physical disabilities and seniors with routine household activities. We can assist with light housekeeping, household tasks, meal preparation, laundry and shopping.

12/21/2023

Preventing Falls in Older Adults: What more can we do? - this article we are forwarding from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit where Dr. Lisa Simon, Associate Medical Officer of Health shares some insights and ideas to help prevent falls.

Containing press releases, public service announcements, regular columns, and resources for journalists, editors and the general public.

12/20/2023

Looking for a great volunteer possibility? or know someone who needs assistance with their snow removal? Snow Angels www.snowangelscanada.ca operates in our region and helps connect volunteers to those needing snow removal assistance from driveways and walkways. To register, visit their website...what better way to help and give this winter?

Connect with neighbours who need your help. When you're able to shovel, sign in and search for people near you. Ready to make Canada even friendlier? Become a Snow Angel today!