The Basics of Acupuncture Acupuncture is an alternative, natural treatment that uses hair-like needles to alleviate pain, reduce nausea, and promote the well-being of the body as a whole. Having witnessed the multitude of benefits to their patients, many physicians now regularly integrate acupuncture into their practice. Historically, acupuncture has relied on concepts from Traditional […]
Physiotherapy In The Management Of Diabetes
What are the differences between Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes? When a person is pre-diabetic, they have impaired fasting glucose and impaired glucose tolerance. This person is at risk of becoming diabetic and falling victim to cardiovascular disease. Type 1 diabetics have a deficient insulin secretion caused by cell destruction in the pancreas, and […]
Stop Abusing Opioids, Try Physiotherapy
The abuse of opioids such as OxyContin, Hydromorph Contin, Percocet, and OxyNEO is a serious problem in Canada that affects the health and economic wellbeing of its population. The consequences of opioids abuse not only affect the abuser, but also the economy and its surroundings. Unintentional Percocet overdose deaths in Canada is a continued problem. […]
Physiotherapy for eligible Canada refugee patients under Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)
Pro Fusion Rehab is pleased to announce that we can now provide physiotherapy service to eligible refugee patients in Canada under the government’s Interim Federal Health Program(IFHP). The IFHP provides limited, temporary coverage of health-care benefits to resettled refugee claimants who are not eligible for provincial or territorial health insurance. The IFHP provides health-care coverage […]
Cupping: the secret behind those purple bruises on Rio Olympic athletes
What are those purple dots on Michael Phelps? As the 2016 Rio Olympics wind down and athletes return home (including our Canadians with a whopping 22 medals under their belts), we take a moment to appreciate the beauty of competitive sport at its finest. One of the most-watched races of the Olympics this year was […]
A Better Golfer: Fewer Pain More Swings
Did you know that out of all professional athletes, golfers have the highest incidence of low back pain? Sunny summer skies set the perfect scene for golfers getting back into the swing of things. We’re here to help you make the most of tee time with the least amount of pain. From Backswing to Back […]