Petrolia Rehabilitation - pt Health

03/19/2026

Is running on the treadmill really harder on your knees? Does the belt "do all the work" for you?

Our physiotherapist breaks down 5 common myths about indoor running – and explains how to use the treadmill to build strength, protect your joints, and train smarter this winter.

If you're logging miles indoors, this article is worth the read. 🏃‍♂️ https://tinyurl.com/vdttuz24

03/17/2026

Do you sit hunched over at a desk all day? Are you looking down at your phone for extended periods of time? You may have noticed your neck being tight, headaches, or a deep, achy pain in your upper back.⁠
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Being hunched over or leaning forward for prolonged periods of time stretches the levator scapulae muscle, causing pain and inflammation. By keeping the levator scapulae muscles stretched and flexible, you can prevent them from becoming stiff and painful. Time to stretch!⁠
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Sit or stand up straight, while keeping your shoulders down and your hands by your side. Turn your head towards your left shoulder about 45 degrees. Tilt the chin downward until you feel a stretch on the back right side of your neck. Hold for about 30 seconds. Perform 3 sets, 3 times a day. ⁠
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If you feel pain on the left side of your neck, perform the exercise by turning your head to the right.

03/12/2026

A soft bulge down your midline. A core that feels weaker than it used to. Back pain that showed up postpartum.

👉 These can all be signs of diastasis recti after pregnancy.

Diastasis recti is common postpartum. And no, it doesn’t mean you’ve done something wrong.

What matters most isn’t the size of the gap. It’s how your core manages pressure, movement, and daily load.

In this article, we explain:
• What diastasis recti actually is
• Common signs to watch for postpartum
• Myths about core exercises and lifting
• How pelvic health physiotherapy supports recovery
• What healing realistically looks like over time

👉 Read the full guide and learn how pelvic health physiotherapy can help you move forward with confidence: https://tinyurl.com/bdhvy6za

03/10/2026

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.

02/26/2026

Knee pain slowing you down? Whether it's in front of or behind the knee, or below the kneecap, where it hurts can actually tell you why it hurts. If your knee pain is sticking around, a physiotherapy assessment can help identify the cause and guide your next steps. Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/27fn7rvb

02/24/2026

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.

02/19/2026

🧘 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!

02/17/2026

Whatever the reason is, we’re here to help! 🙌

🏃 If pain or injury is holding you back, or you want to boost your fitness levels, book in with a pt Health clinician today: https://tinyurl.com/dz9zzabt

02/12/2026

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 Bowmanville Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine – pt Health in Bowmanville, ON.

👉 pt Health offers:

🔹 Physiotherapy
🔹 Massage therapy
🔹 Chiropractic
🔹 + more

Book an appointment with a pt Health clinic near you at https://tinyurl.com/y6mc8y3d or at the link in bio!

02/10/2026

We see a lot of ankle strains and sprains. By strengthening your ankle muscles and the adjoining ligaments, you can prevent injuries and improve stability and mobility.

The following exercises will help you regain movement and control of the ankle.

Ankle Inversion:
1. Sit on the floor and attach the resistance band to the inside of your foot
2. Attach the other end of the band to a heavy table leg so it’s perpendicular to your leg
3. Hold your leg straight out with your heel on the floor
4. Using only your ankle, rotate your foot inward as far as you can
5. Hold for 2-3 seconds and return your ankle to the starting position

Ankle Eversion:
1. Sit on the floor and attach a resistance band on the outside of your foot
2. Attach the other end of the band to a heavy table leg
3. Hold your leg straight out with your heel on the floor
4. Using only your ankle, rotate your ankle outwards as you can (stretching the band using only the foot)
5. Hold for 2-3 seconds and return to the starting position.

02/05/2026

While the snow may look beautiful, it can come with an increased risk of injury for the many Canadians who shovel each year. From twisting the body to trying to move too much all at one time, strains and sprains from snow shoveling can affect daily activities.

Check out these tips to help reduce the risk of injury while you shovel snow this winter! https://tinyurl.com/5b5ab2tt

02/03/2026

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

06/09/2020

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

**Please note that these enhanced measures include limiting the number of patients we see in the clinic, based on space and ability to maintain physical distancing. Our clinicians also continue to provide a range of services through virtual care.**

04/09/2020

Deirion Sookram, Physiotherapist at Petrolia Rehabilitation - pt Health, has been offering virtual physiotherapy for the past few weeks.

In a Virtual Care Spotlight, Deirion shares his experience and insights with us!

Learn more about Deirion's experiences and find out how virtual physiotherapy can help you!

Deirion Sookram, physiotherapist at Petrolia Rehabilitation - pt Health, shares his experience using a virtual physiotherapy model so far.

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:

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

07/10/2019

No matter your age, custom orthotics may be the solution to your foot, low back and leg pain. Buy one, get one 50% off! Book an assessment now: https://www.pthealth.ca/clinic/petrolia-rehabilitation-pt-health/

06/25/2019

We're hiring! pt Health Dunnville Physiotherapy is looking to hire a Full Time Physiotherapist to join their team! Are you looking to join a leading edge and dynamic healthcare team? Check our career page: https://www.pthealth.ca/job-posting/petrolia-physiotherapy-physiotherapist-pt-up-to-a-2000-signing-bonus/

06/18/2019

Are you looking to join a leading edge and dynamic healthcare team? pt Health Sarnia Physiotherapy is looking to hire a Part Time or Full Time Physiotherapist to join their team! Check out the job posting here: http://ow.ly/b9BY50uH52s

06/18/2019

Are you looking to join a leading edge and dynamic healthcare team? pt Health Petrolia Physiotherapy is looking to hire a Full Time permanent Physiotherapist to join their team. Check out the job posting here: http://ow.ly/y0OR50uH4xC

01/16/2019

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The turning of a new year symbolizes the turning of a new leaf for many of us, a chance to shed bad habits and start fresh. With a new year, we hope to see a new us. So what are the most common New Year's Resolutions? Well, according to a 2017 survey, one-third of Canadians want to improve their fit...

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

It's the start of a , which means new opportunities! Have you ever thought about owning your own ? Learn more about the ways we can help you start your clinic and starting brining in clients of your own. http://ow.ly/q2NX30nb4Xu

01/07/2019

The winter break is over and the kids have started to head back to school but is their backpack too heavy?

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.