Physiobox Physiotherapy

01/13/2026

Hello everyone,

I hope your new year has already been just as much of a ride for you as it has for us! Last year was without question our busiest yet, with over 175 new faces walking through our doors, while continuing to serve our existing patients. Jasmine, Brielle, Muriel, and I would like to sincerely thank you for your continued support and trust, and for helping us continue doing what we're most passionate about for a living: helping others get better and move on stronger.

Last year, we had the privilege of watching many of you invest an incredible amount of time, energy, and effort into pursuing your goals, whether that meant training for an upcoming competition, dealing with a significant functional disability, recovering from surgery, treating a sports injury, or simply focusing on improving your overall wellness, fitness, and physical readiness. Watching you all make progress, build confidence, and achieve those goals is what makes this work so meaningful to us.

While many of you see us as part of your ongoing care, a large number of our patients reach a point where they no longer need us, either because they’ve fully recovered, gained the skills and knowledge they need, or feel confident managing things independently. So, even though we've seen so many new faces over the past year, we’re always happy to welcome new patients into the clinic, while continuing to work with and support our existing patients and clients in feeling strong, confident, and staying active.

We wish you all continued success and more in the year ahead and are here to support you whenever you need us. As always, we remain committed to giving you our very best.

- Mark

Hello everyone, I hope your new year has already been just as much of a ride for you as it has for us! Last year was without question our busiest yet, with over 175 new faces walking through our doors, while continuing to serve our existing patients. Jasmine, Brielle, Muriel, and I would like to sin...

01/13/2026

We’re currently looking for a part-time physiotherapist to join the physiobox team. This position includes one weekend shift and one to two weekday shifts, with the potential to grow into full-time work as the role and clinic continue to expand.

This role is ideal for a physiotherapist with 2–3+ years of experience, who is fully registered and in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta, and who enjoys one-on-one, gym-based care.

We’re looking for someone who demonstrates a genuine commitment to health and fitness through their own lived experience, and who values autonomy, collaboration, and helping people achieve their best possible outcomes.

physiobox is a small, independent clinic that prioritizes longer appointments, low patient volumes, and thoughtful, movement-focused, evidence-based care.

We’re committed to giving clinicians the time and space to do their best work, while fostering professional growth, an exceptional team culture, and a sustainable approach to practice.

If this sounds like a good fit or if you know someone who might be interested, we’d love to connect.

Email mark@physiobox.ca today.

12/18/2025

Our kinesiologist Brielle answering some burning questions!
• Who should see a kinesiologist? 🤔
• What does the first session look like? 👀
• What is a common injury this time of year? ❄️

Got any others you want answered?
Let us know in the comments! 👇🏼

& like Brielle said, BE SAFE OUT THERE !!
Stay warm & enjoy the upcoming holidays! 🤩

12/17/2025

Shoulders feeling tight or restricted? 💪

These mobility movements help improve range of motion, reduce stiffness, and set your shoulders up to move stronger and pain-free.

Save this reel and add it to your next warm-up or recovery day 💪

12/08/2025

Our team truly loves what they do, and we’re so glad it shows. Thank you for trusting us with your care! 💙

12/06/2025

Ever hear the terms “scraping,” “IASTM,” or “Graston” and wonder if they’re all the same thing? 🤔
You’re not alone — these words get tossed around a lot, so here’s what they actually mean

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⚡️ Scraping
The casual, everyday term clients use to describe any tool-assisted technique that feels like… well, scraping! It’s not a clinical term, just a simple way of describing the sensation.

⚡️IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization)
This is the umbrella term for the technique.
It refers to using tools to assist in soft tissue treatment — improving mobility, reducing tension, and increasing blood flow.
Many practitioners use IASTM with different types of tools, shapes, and materials.

⚡️Graston® Technique
A branded version of IASTM.
Graston tools have a specific design and require practitioners to be formally trained/certified.
Think: IASTM = category. Graston = one brand within that category.

⭐️So what’s the difference?
Scraping = slang
IASTM = the technique
Graston = one specialized brand of that technique

In this video, Mark is using an IASTM tool along Muriel’s neck and traps — helping release tension, improve mobility, and get tissues moving better.

Same goal, different wording- AND NOW YOU KNOW! 🤩

11/10/2025

Here is a 30 min treatment demonstrated in 45 seconds!

Here we start off with the Cervical Flexion-Rotation Test (FRT)! This test helps assess upper cervical mobility — especially at the C1–C2 segment.

In this demo, our personal trainer Brielle showed a noticeable limitation with right rotation pre-treatment… but check out her improved range after some focused manual therapy 👀👏

Why this matters:
Limited upper cervical mobility can contribute to symptoms like

• Cervicogenic headaches
• Neck stiffness, tension or pain
• Discomfort with prolonged postures & excessive screen time

Even small improvements in mobility can make a big difference in overall comfort and movement quality and performance in and out of our sport! 🤩

10/23/2025

Hello everyone,

What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the most common barrier to someone's success in physio? Aside from dealing with pain and discomfort, I think most people would say sticking to the exercise piece – I think most private practice physios would easily agree on this.

I'm the last to judge when someone doesn't get their exercises done between visits. As long as there is an overall level of effort being put in, it's okay and normal to fall off track from time to time. Sometimes just making and attending an appointment is already a lot of effort during times when life feels hectic. Your physio's job is to support you in finding an approach to getting exercises done that works for you and where you are right now.

For this month's newsletter, let's take a look at making exercise routines that succeed through the lens of neuroscience and behavioural psychology, in a practical, easy-to-implement manner.

Link in our bio!

- Mark

10/23/2025

https://www.physiobox.ca/post/physiobox-october-newsletter-neuroplasticity-and-exercise-routines-that-stick

Hello everyone,What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the most common barrier to someone's success in physio? Aside from dealing with pain and discomfort, I think most people would say sticking to the exercise piece – I think most private practice physios would easily agree on...

10/23/2025

Thank you for all of your support!!!

09/17/2025

Nothing makes our day better than getting YOU moving and feeling better!!

08/06/2025