Revival Rehabilitation Centre - Injury Rehabilitation

10/07/2022

Our team at Revival Rehabilitation Centre wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving! May yours be full of love, peace, and joy.

07/01/2022

Happy Canada Day 2022

04/28/2022

Eating Healthy while saving money – Smoothies are your best friend. 🤑🤤🍹

Key ingredient #1: SPINACH 🍃💚
- Rich in Iron, Calcium, and Magnesium,
- Potassium content can reduce blood sugar
- Antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin benefit ocular health
- Mild flavour that pairs well with fruits and protein powder

Can't finish an entire package before it spoils? Next time you buy some, wash and clean out the spoiled pieces immediately when you get home. Spin or pat-dry and place leaves spaced apart on a baking sheet. Place in the freezer. Once frozen, you can transfer them into a convenient container and add single portions at a time to your smoothies. You can save even more money by picking up a package when it’s reduced for quick sale! 🧠

04/27/2022

How do you cope with stress?

Sometimes in the face of challenging times, people may develop struggles with irritability, relationship issues, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, and decreased energy or motivation. Others may feel like their heart is racing, or find their hands shaking, overwhelmed with so many thoughts it feels like they'll never get ahead. Keeping up with your physio when you're stressed out seems like the last of your worries, but it may actually help you in more ways than you can imagine.

Challenging yourself physically can trigger the production of endorphins which can both relieve pain and create a general feeling of well-being. Aside from the physical outcomes, mentally overcoming an obstacle of your choosing may give you the reassurance and motivation to tackle the rest ahead of you.

04/25/2022

Have you tried osteopathy? 🤔🙌

Some patients report awesome results that they didn't get from Chiropractics/Massage alone. Every body is different, but Osteopathy may be particularly effective for you. Through a wide range of non-invasive manual techniques such as deep tissue massage, joint articulation, and manipulation the Osteopathic practitioner works with the body to enhance its natural ability to self-regulate and self-heal. 💚

Osteopaths treat the person as a whole rather than a specific disorder. For example, a knee injury might also affect the foot, hip, and spine.

Osteopathy can help relieve the symptoms of a range of conditions, including:

- General, Acute & Chronic Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Headaches: Migraine & Tension
- Shoulder & Elbow Pain
- Joint Pains Including Hip & Knee Pain
- Sciatica
- Arthritic Pain
- Muscle Spasms
- Whiplash
- TMJ/Jaw Problems & Clenching
- Sports Injuries & Tensions

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04/22/2022

If you’ve ever pulled your lower back lifting something heavy, you know this is an uncomfortable feeling that can make it difficult to sit at your desk or even sleep. Thankfully, a knowledgeable kinesiologist can create a custom treatment plan to strengthen and heal your lower back, supplemented with gentle at-home exercises.

We asked our wonderful Registered Kinesiologist at RRC, Sarah Nichols, to weigh in and explain how to treat low back pain after a car accident in-clinic and at home on our blog.

Low back pain is common after a car accident. Here is how to tend to it at home and how it can be treated professionally.

04/20/2022

Adding a little movement to your day can make a huge difference in your overall health and mood and you don't need to hit the gym for it!

Personally, we love daily yoga videos on YouTube to both strengthen the muscles, and meditate for the mind. Maybe your kids want to do some yoga too! 👨‍👧‍👦👩‍👧‍👦🧘🧘‍♀️ And you can even do regular stretches in front of the TV! 😊

04/18/2022

Wishing everyone a joyous Easter Monday! 💛🧡💚💙☀️

04/15/2022

Best wishes to all those who observe Good Friday! 💛🧡💚💙☀️

04/14/2022

We are hiring an Occupational Therapist to join our wonderful team of health professionals in Ottawa, Ontario! Please share with your networks.

Graphic from: The Balance Careers

04/13/2022

Is your driving posture putting you at risk? 🤔😳 Ensure Proper Ergonomics whenever possible for safety and physical health. 👇 (Part 2/2)

5. Lean Back (A Little)
The angle of your seat back should be a little greater than a perpendicular 90 degrees. At 100 to 110 degrees, the seat will put the least pressure on your back. Leaning too far back forces you to push your head and neck forward, which can cause neck and shoulder pain and tingling in the fingers.

6. Set Your Headrest
Set the top of the headrest between the top of your ears and the top of your head; it should just touch the back of your head when you’re sitting comfortably. The headrest is also important in reducing whiplash injuries in the event of a rear-end collision, says NHTSA—so important, in fact, that standards were developed for it.

7. Use Lumbar Support
If your car has adjustable lumbar support, set it (using both the front-back and up-down controls) so you feel an even pressure from your hips to your shoulders. If your car doesn’t have automatic support, a lumbar pillow or even a rolled-up towel can help.

8. Adjust Your Mirrors
Prevent neck strain by making sure your rear-view and side mirrors are properly adjusted; you should be able to see the traffic behind you without having to crane your neck.

9. Take Breaks
Even when you’re perfectly situated in the driver’s seat, fatigue will inevitably set in, especially when you’re driving for long periods. Listen to your body. And take periodic breaks: Park safely at a rest stop or other designated stopping area to get out of the car and stretch.

Source: (GEICO Living, 2021)