Meridian Spine and Joint Physiotherapy

10/15/2025

Autumn activities like hiking, raking leaves, gardening or even just enjoying outdoor walks can be great, however, they can also put strain on your muscles and joints. It is important to stay mindful of your physical well-being. Seeking physiotherapy can help to ensure you keep your body at its optimal physical state.

Our clinicians at Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy are here to help. We want you to embrace autumn activities with the strength and agility that you require. Contact Meridian and find out how we can assist you with injury recovery and improving your overall well-being. Don't hesitate to call us at (519) 471-7900 today!

10/13/2025

09/15/2025

Are you embracing the outdoors? Whether you are gardening or tackling DIY projects, you want to take care of your body.

It is that time of year when we will start to clean up our gardens and rake the leaves. We all want to avoid hurting our spine. At Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy, we believe in keeping you active to be able to do the essential tasks you want or need to get done.

Following some simple rules can help:
1. Avoid reaching beyond the length of your arms. Moving closer to the task will help.
2. Rake, dig, or pick up leaves without pain. Place one foot in front ahead of the other will decrease the tension in your back, and alternate leg and arm positions to avoid strain.
3. Use proper body mechanics when lifting or moving heavy objects by standing with feet shoulder-width apart, tightening abdominals and using legs to bend and lift.
4. Warm up and stretch for even just 5 minutes before and during fall clean up can help to avoid strain.
5. Take breaks and change up the outdoor chores. This can be simply taking a water break or instead of raking perhaps you change to trimming.

Remember, proper body mechanics can be your best ally in preventing and recovering from injuries. Call Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy today at (519) 471-7900 to consult with one of our clinicians and enjoy a pain-free active lifestyle.

09/11/2025

September is pain awareness month. Physiotherapists help patients to manage and alleviate pain, improve mobility, and return to full function.

At Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy, our physiotherapists are all registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. We will work with you to identify the cause of your pain, recover from injury, and prevent re-occurrence.

Call us today to see one of our highly qualified physiotherapists at (519) 471-7900. Pain relief starts today!

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09/09/2025

Are you working long hours at a desk? Sitting and working at a computer for several hours a day can lead to a number of symptoms associated with office syndrome. Pain is often felt due to sustained or poor posture, prolonged sitting, and inappropriate office/desk/chair set up. Over time the muscles may become tight and weak causing pain and stiffness.

Symptoms may include:
*Shoulder, neck, and back pain
*Headaches
*Wrist and finger pain
*Numbness of the fingers, hands, or arms
*Back and hip stiffness
*Abdominal pain, discomfort
*Sleeplessness
*Dry eyes
*Weight gain

Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy at Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy can help you. We will complete a detailed physiotherapy musculoskeletal assessment and recommend necessary alterations for your desk/office set up. Daily exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles and joints affected will be effective for pain relief. Call us at (519) 471-7900 to see one of our clinicians today!

09/08/2025

Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy recognizes and celebrates World PT Day.

This year's World Physiotherapy Day focuses on "Healthy Aging," highlighting physiotherapy's crucial role in helping people maintain strength, mobility, and independence as they age. With the global population of those 80+ expected to triple by 2050, our profession is more vital than ever in preventing frailty and falls.

09/07/2025

Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy can help you strength train safely. Call 519-471-7900 to book an appointment to learn how.

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09/06/2025

Live a vibrant and healthy life.... ask about treatment for:
-Balance and Dizziness
-Osteoporosis
-Osteoarthritis

Call 519-471-7900 Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy to book an appointment.

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09/05/2025

Through these summer months, we may try to get outdoors and walk more. However, foot pain may hold you back. Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is the strong fibrous band along the bottom of the foot used for walking and foot movements. Inflammation of this tissue can be caused by increasing walking or running distance, type of footwear, the foot's bony structure, and the type of walking surface (e.g. hard surface such as concrete). The primary symptom is heel/bottom of foot pain especially in the morning or after sitting.

At Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy, our clinicians will complete a detailed assessment of your foot and lower leg and determine the best evidence-based treatment for you. We believe in keeping people active and will work with you to achieve your personal goals.

Call Meridian today at (519 ) 471-7900 to see one of our clinicians. We can advise you on proper footwear, orthotics, training modifications, and exercises to get you back on the road!

09/05/2025

This year's World Physiotherapy Day focuses on "Healthy Aging," highlighting physiotherapy's crucial role in helping people maintain strength, mobility, and independence as they age. With the global population of those 80+ expected to triple by 2050, our profession is more vital than ever in preventing frailty and falls.

Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy is here to help you live a vibrant and healthy life. Call us at 519-471-7900 to book an appointment.

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09/01/2025

Happy Labour Day from our family, at Meridian Spine and Joint Physiotherapy, to yours. We are a proud local Canadian business serving London and surrounding areas.

Labour Day is a testament to the resilience and unwavering spirit of all workers. This long weekend let us celebrate the contributions of all hard-working persons who continue to build Canada strong and free.

We will be closed for Labour Day, Monday, September 1, and return to serve you on Tuesday, September 2. We hope you have a well-deserved and rested holiday. Call us at (519) 471-7900 and we will help with all your musculoskeletal injuries.

08/28/2025

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If you have watched sporting events, you have likely seen participants with tape over various parts of their body. This tape is of various colours with a similar outcome, to assist physical performance.

Kinesiology or Kinesio tape (elastic therapeutic tape), as it's often called, got its name because it is used to assist with muscle activity and movement. It is a flexible elastic type tape that is used to assist with pain relief, reduce swelling and inflammation, and support the muscles and joints of the body. Most common areas used is the shoulder, knee, back, and ankles, however, it can be used over any musculoskeletal region.

At Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy, our clinicians can assist you with determining if kinesiotaping is right for you. Call us at (519) 471-7900 to see one of our clinicians today!