Qathet Physiotherapy

01/08/2026

https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/hitting-the-headlines/detail/hitting-the-headlines/2026/01/07/alzheimer-s-month-2026--what-older-adults-need-to-know

January is Alzheimer’s Month, a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease, support those affected, and share reliable, evidence-based information about brain health and aging.

01/05/2026

Last year it took on average 24.7 days to get in. That's rough. For people with acute low back pain, people trying to get back to work and their active lives. This year we have 2 more physios joining the team so hopefully wait times will be shorter and who knows- maybe even the elusive same day appointment will be a thing!

01/01/2026

https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/hitting-the-headlines/detail/hitting-the-headlines/2025/12/31/how-to-set-intentions-for-2026-without-the-pressure-of-resolutions

The start of a new year often comes with a familiar message: set goals, make resolutions, change everything. But for many, this kind of pressure can feel more exhausting than motivating. The good news? There’s another way to approach the year ahead—one that’s gentler, more flexible, and often ...

12/13/2025

We are thrilled to announce the addition of another team member to qathet physio!

Andrea Martens is a physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience. She emphasizes a holistic approach to physiotherapy, working collaboratively with clients to identify and address the root cause of their concerns. She combines evidence-based techniques with compassionate care to create tailored treatment plans aimed at improving function and overall well-being. Andrea is committed to empowering clients with the knowledge and tools they need to achieve lasting results in their rehabilitation journey. She is available for bookings starting January 19th. Welcome to the team!

Excellence in all aspects of clinical care and the provision of a broad range of high quality rehabi

12/01/2025

11/07/2025

A nice reminder from the good folks at Tall Tree.

10/31/2025

https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/hitting-the-headlines/detail/hitting-the-headlines/2025/10/29/fall-back--move-forward--adjusting-to-the-time-change

As we turn our clocks back this weekend, many of us look forward to an extra hour of rest. But even a small time change can affect sleep, alertness, and mood—especially for older adults. Learn simple tips to help your body adjust and make the most of the extra daylight.

10/17/2025

https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/blog/detail/videos/2025/10/15/how-to-improve-your-walking-speed--train-your-body-and-your-brain

Is your walking speed slowing down? It could be a sign that your strength, flexibility, or fitness needs a boost. Learn how to improve your walking speed with simple standing exercises and brain-training techniques.

09/30/2025

Decolonization is less about returning to a pre-colonial society, and more about recognizing that we live under a colonial system— that things are the way they are, not by accident, but because a particular ideology has systematically erased others, while normalizing itself. Once something is normalized, it’s hard to imagine anything else. We become confined within that particular ideology. And then the mindset of, ‘Mm, it’s always been this way,’ starts to creep in.

And then the origins of the colonizers, which in our case, was a very violent one, can be forgotten. We start sweeping things under the rug, like removing kids from their families, and -to put it bluntly- genocide.

And so, when we’re able to recognize these structures, through what will be a never-ending process of decolonization, it helps us move forward towards a society which doesn’t just draw inspiration from a diversity of spaces, but is also self-aware, which I think, is the most important part.”
Lee Maracle

09/12/2025

https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/hitting-the-headlines/detail/hitting-the-headlines/2025/09/09/world-alzheimer-s-month--raising-awareness-and-supporting-brain-health

Every September, World Alzheimer’s Month brings global attention to Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. This annual campaign, led by Alzheimer’s Disease International, encourages people, communities, and organizations to come together to improve awareness, reduce stigma, and suppo...

08/19/2025

SmartXPD offers a variety of free, short-form exercise videos for those living with Parkinson's as well as Parkinson’s related articles and resources.

SmartXPD® offers a variety of free, short-form exercise videos as well as Parkinson’s related articles and resources. You can also check our exercise programs and on demand videos here.

08/14/2025

https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/blog/detail/videos/2025/08/13/move-more-with-less-pain--a-physical-activity-guide-for-hip-and-knee-osteoarthritis

Discover how physical activity can help reduce joint pain and improve mobility—without putting extra stress on your body.