Glover Physiotherapy And Hand Clinic - pt Health

08/21/2025

👣 Are you one of the many who experiences heel pain or discomfort when you first step out of bed in the morning? You might be dealing with plantar fasciitis, a common foot condition affecting millions each year.

From understanding your foot’s anatomy to learning about non-weight bearing exercises, we’ve got you covered.

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08/19/2025

Our hip flexors play an important role in the overall function of our lower body and are essential for walking and running. Sitting for much of the day can cause lower back and hip pain. The seated hip flexion is an easy way to strengthen your hip flexors and prevent pain and injuries.⁠
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Let's give it a try!⁠
1. Sit in a chair with your back straight and your feet flat on the floor.⁠
2. With your knee bent at about 90 degrees, lift it up towards the ceiling while keeping your back straight.⁠
3. Slowly bring your knee and foot backdown.⁠
4. Repeat and then switch legs.

08/14/2025

👐 Shoulder pain relief is just an appointment away! Are you tired of dealing with persistent shoulder pain? Discover how physiotherapy can provide the relief you need. Our clinicians are here to help you regain mobility and reduce pain. Book your session today and take the first step towards a healthier, more comfortable life! 💪📅 https://bit.ly/3UnVYTQ

08/12/2025

The calves are one of the most overused but overlooked muscles in the body. Tightness and discomfort in the calves are often the result of overuse. ⁠
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When the calves are too tight, it can lead to injuries including shin splints, calf pulls, and stress fractures. That's why it's important to stretch!⁠
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1. Stand facing a wall and place one foot in front of the other⁠
2. Place your hands on the wall at eye level⁠
3. Extend forward until you feel a stretch in the calf of the back leg⁠
4. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds⁠
5. Repeat 2 to 4 times and then switch legs

08/07/2025

Explore how shockwave therapy can help with stubborn pain. Click to learn more and schedule an appointment near you today! https://bit.ly/455QhQB

08/05/2025

The calves are an instrumental part of many activities: from running and walking to jumping and reaching. Strong calf muscles also help prevent injuries.

Heel raises are a great exercise to strengthen the calves. Let's give it a try!

1. Stand straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and your shoulders back.
2. Raise your heels off the floor while keeping your knees straight.
3. Slowly bring the heels back down to the starting position.
4. Repeat.

07/31/2025

If you’ve ever wondered whether you should apply heat 🔥 or ice 🧊 to alleviate muscle soreness, check out this heat vs ice reference guide. It demonstrates how ice and heat work to ease discomfort, how they can be applied safely and when to use them.

07/29/2025

Who is up for a challenge? Try the one-legged squat! ⁠
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This exercise is good for all athletes, but especially effective for runners as it works the same muscles used for running: hips, hamstrings, quadriceps, gluteus maximus, and calves. It also helps strengthen core muscles and increase flexibility.⁠
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Let's give it a go!⁠
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1. Stand with your feet shoulder distance apart and slightly bend your knees. Hold your body upright and relax your shoulders.⁠
2. Raise the right ankle and move it back towards the sky.⁠
3. Slowly bend the left knee, moving down in a squatting motion (almost like you're sitting in a chair). Keep your body straight and don't let your left knee pass your left toe.⁠
4. Come back up to the starting position.⁠
5. Perform 10 squats on the left and then switch to the right leg.⁠
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*Please note: only perform this exercise if it's safe to do so, and remember to always listen to your body.

07/24/2025

🧘 A great reason to consider yoga is its versatility. You really can do it anywhere! All you need to enjoy the benefits of this amazing therapy is a mat and instruction on how to perform these healing practices. Here are 5 poses to help get you started! https://bit.ly/4lFRKCS

These five easy at home yoga poses will help benefit your mind and body. all you need is a yoga mat and a few minutes for yourself.

07/22/2025

Time to get the heart pumping with some small hops! These little jumps require no equipment and can be performed wherever and whenever. Jumping builds strength and improves muscle tone, is an excellent calorie-burner, improves balance and muscle coordination, metabolism and heart health.

So... let's get hopping!
1. Stand with your feet shoulder distance apart
2. Place your hands on your waist and slightly bend your knees
3. Hop upwards

Try to do as many small hops as you can in 30 seconds. And remember: we're going for speed, not height.

07/17/2025

We love hearing from our clients! Thank you for sharing your experience and letting us be a part of your recovery journey this time via pt Health - Victoria Physiotherapy in Hamilton, ON. ⭐

👉 pt Health offers:

🔹 Physiotherapy
🔹 Massage therapy
🔹 Chiropractic
🔹 + more

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07/15/2025

Did you know that muscle tension in the quadriceps can lead to back and knee pain, overall tightness, and reduced mobility? Luckily a few minutes of stretching a day can save you from this discomfort.

There are a lot of quad stretches, but today we're going to demonstrate a simple yet effective quad stretch that you can perform anywhere, anytime.

1. Stand on one leg with your knees touching. Hold onto a chair or the wall for balance, if needed.
2. Grab your right foot with your right hand and carefully pul it towards your glutes. Make sure your knee is pointing to the ground. Do not pull the knee backwards or sideways.
3. Push your chest up and out and your hips forward. Focus on the stretch in your hips.
4. Hold for 30 seconds and then switch legs. Perform 3 sets per leg.

Did you know that muscle tension in the quadriceps can lead to back and knee pain, overall tightness, and reduced mobility? Luckily, a few minutes of stretching a day can save you from this discomfort.

10/02/2024

Meet Cassandra Basi, one of our dedicated Physiotherapists!

With a passion for helping others, Cassandra specializes in sports and orthopaedic injuries and rehabilitation, ensuring her patients receive the best care possible.

Cassandra's expertise is enhanced by her certification in acupuncture (CAFCI) and her commitment to continuous learning. She has completed several manual therapy courses under the orthopedic division and has expanded her knowledge with specialized training in muscle imbalance, core stability, dizziness, TMJ, and sports injury management. Recently, she has furthered her education by completing the Arthritis Society's Getting a Grip on Arthritis® program, focusing on both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis to better assist her patients.

Outside of her clinical practice, Cassandra enjoys reading, hiking, and shopping, which helps her maintain a balanced lifestyle.

If you're looking for help with an injury or to enhance your physical well-being, Cassandra is here to help. Book an appointment with her today and take the first step towards a healthier you: https://bit.ly/4eqM9gi

05/29/2024

Meet Jessica MacCarron (Jessie), an energetic Massage Therapist who cares about making a positive connection with each of her patients. Throughout her practice, she has found a passion for musculoskeletal rehab, as well as pre- and post-partum massages. She also has experience treating athletes, dealing with ICBC claims, and more.

We are pleased to welcome Jessie back from maternity leave. When Jessie is not working, she can be found hiking with her dog, camping in the mountains, or doing DIY activities such as sewing.

To schedule an appointment with Jessie, please visit: https://bit.ly/3X3HOtH

09/28/2022

Meet our amazing Registered Massage Therapist Shanay Valk! Massage Therapy has many great benefits: you get to relax, it reduces stress, increases energy, improves posture, and reduces pain.

Shanay is passionate about the diversity of massage therapy and its beneficial therapeutic effects. She is excited to help you meet your health and wellness goals. Shanay also accepts ICBC clients. If you would like to book an appointment with Shanay, please contact the clinic at 604-533-6623 or gloverphysio@pthealth.ca, or book online: https://bit.ly/3Ciem8k

05/19/2020

As we begin to see some restrictions lifted, pt Health is actively working on expanding the number of clinics available for in-person care, including our clinic!

In accordance with public health guidance, we are making numerous changes to how our clinic operates and have implemented enhanced measures to ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff.

That’s why we have implemented the S.A.F.E.R. approach, designed to allow our team to safely deliver the best possible care for you.

We encourage you to read about the S.A.F.E.R. approach here: https://bit.ly/2LEcJH1

To book an appointment at our re-opened clinics, give us a call. We can’t wait to see you again and help you get well and stay well!

03/30/2020

We now offer Virtual Care! This will allow you to continue your rehabilitative treatment, while staying in the comfort of your own home. This is a great alternative to continue your rehabilitation while practicing social distancing and self-isolating, when deemed appropriate and safe by your clinician. To learn more or to book an appointment call: 1-888-314-2726 or visit: https://bit.ly/3bDwGsu

Are you looking to continue your physiotherapy and rehabilitative treatment while practice social distancing? pt Health now offers Virtual Care!

09/16/2019

Did you know we offer Massage Therapy? Meet our newest team member Leanne Gall, our Massage Therapist! Massage therapy knows many benefits and can help you reduce stress, relieve headache, reduce pain from injuries or muscle tension, and simply improve your overall health and wellness! Leanne is accepting patients and excited to help you reach your health goals.

01/16/2019

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01/14/2019

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01/11/2019

Physiotherapists can provide an exercise program to help maintain strength and balance, keeping seniors in their homes and as active members of their community.

01/09/2019

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01/07/2019

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Is carrying a heavy backpack bad for you? Find out if your backpack is the cause of numb tingling fingers and arms and how to treat your symptoms.

01/04/2019

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This physiotherapist approved guide will show you how to choose the right shoes for you if you overpronate when you walk.