Intention Physiotherapy and Movement

03/26/2026

🐥 🐣 Upcoming - Out of Office for Easter next Weekend 🐣 🐥

03/26/2026

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Something on my mind lately - Determinants of HEALTH
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I've been reflecting on my ability to transport myself to appointments, change my work schedule to attend appointments, having the ability to clearly communicate with my healthcare providers, financially having access to physician care and imaging, having a support system ... and many other thoughts.
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And we may be in a time that is increasingly shaped by wellness culture (arguably always have been, but there is greater exposure to marketing now)—green juices, step counts, weighted vests, vibration plates and self-optimization—it’s easy to forget that health is not just a matter of personal choice.
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Our health is deeply influenced by the conditions we live in: income, housing, education, access to care, community support, and more. These are determinants of health—and they can matter just as much, and in some cases more, than individual habits.
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🤓 📖 Have a read through of the points on the chart, and see what other ones your brain adds to the list❗️

03/21/2026

▪upcoming availabilities ▪

➡ If you are having a tough time finding available appointments over the next couple weeks please add yourself to the online waitlist and you will automatically be notified if a spot comes available. 🗓

➡ There is space for one initial assessment on TUESDAY the 31st. Otherwise all noted availabilities for the next 2 weeks are for follow ups.

03/19/2026

03/17/2026

For Patients (Tax Receipts):
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- On the JANE APP, securely log in to "my account portal".
- Click on "Receipts," and filter by date to download documents.
- Filter the list for the year required.
- View or Print your selected receipt/s.

03/12/2026

🐍 Cobra

➡This stretch is perfect after a day of prolonged sitting.
It extends the spine and stretches the abdominals, chest and shoulders.

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It is important to start slow with this stretch. Don’t force your arms to straighten or your back to over extend. Ease into the movement by starting with the modification first, or even a seated version with your hands pressing into the side of a table.

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As always- one exercise is not right for everyone. Check with your physiotherapist for guidance on exercises best suited to you and to find the right modifications!
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03/05/2026

➡ This might not be what you want to hear...
but we are of the opinion that Physiotherapy does not exist without Exercise!

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It takes teamwork to achieve your desired results from your physio sessions.
Your treatment sessions AND the exercises go hand in hand.
If you want to see long term progress, you will need to be consistent with the exercise component as well.

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When it comes to your physiotherapy exercises you always have options:
◾️Your physiotherapist can work through those exercises with you during your appointments (keep in mind that this method may require a longer appointment, or take precedence over manual therapy that day).
◾️You can do the exercises at home; most can be done with minimal equipment.
◾️You can do them at your local gym, pool, etc.

The key is to find what works for you so that you can make it consistent!

02/11/2026

▪ New Blog Post ▪
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True to human form- bodies, exercise, and stretching is not one size fits all.
In today's blog post we'll review the different types of stretching, when it might be best to utilize one type over the other, and why stretching is important!

https://www.intentionphysio.com/post/stretching

02/10/2026

⏰ - Family Day -

Wishing everyone a recharging Family Day weekend!
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Please note that the clinic will be closed for Feb. 16th and 17th.
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If you are needing an appointment we have a couple availabilities left for:
-Friday Feb.13th
-Thursday Feb.19th
-Friday Feb.20th

As always, online booking is available @ intentionphysio.com

02/04/2026

Continuing with our stretch series...
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➡ PNF Stretching

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, or PNF stretching, is a technique utilized by physiotherapists.

This stretch starts with a passive stretch but adds in a contraction of the target muscle, usually against a small amount of resistance for a short amount of time. This is then followed by relaxing back into passive stretch again.

01/28/2026

More of our stretch series: active and passive stretching!
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▪Active Stretching

- uses opposing muscles to move the targeted muscle into a lengthened position.

▪Passive Stretching

- uses an external force, such as a partner, a strap, or gravity to hold a muscle in its lengthened position.

01/24/2026

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Upcoming availabilities for the last week of January
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If you are needing an assessment or follow up treatment:
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- online booking at www.intentionphysio.com 💻
- call to book at 587-378-4757 (please leave a voicemail and we will return your call as soon as possible :) 📲

* by appointment only