Ottawa Orthopaedic Centre

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

You know that pre-sneeze panic?

The subtle leg cross.

The quick scan for the nearest bathroom.
The “I just don’t do trampolines anymore” era.

It’s common.
But it’s not normal.

Pelvic floor physiotherapy isn’t just for postpartum moms.
We help women, teens, and kids with bladder, bowel, and pelvic concerns every day.

And no — leaking when you laugh isn’t your “new personality trait.”

Questions we often get asked before someone decides to book their first appointment are:

❓Isn’t leaking after kids just normal?”
It’s common — but it’s treatable.

❓“Is pelvic floor physio awkward?”
It’s actually very educational, comfortable, and always done at your pace. Internal exams are never required.

❓“Do I need a doctor’s referral?”
No referral needed to see a pelvic floor physiotherapist.

❓“Is this only for postpartum women?”
Not at all. We see teens, athletes, women, and kids with pelvic floor concerns.

❓“Will I just be told to do Kegels?”
Definitely not. Many pelvic floor problems actually require relaxation, coordination, and strength, not just tightening.

💙The bottom line:
You don’t have to “just live with it.”

➡️Book with our pelvic floor physio today.

02/27/2026

😣Turns out “weekend warrior” has consequences after 40.
🙌🏻Good news: you can absolutely stay active.
You just need to respect recovery.

Can you relate?

💙Non-negotiables:
• Warm up before
• Strength train consistently
• Don’t build intensity too fast
• Do active stretching and mobility for those tight areas
• Prioritize sleep
• Listen to your body

Consistency keeps you active. Ego gets you injured

02/26/2026

02/02/2026

More isn’t always better, especially in rehab.
Research suggests that 2–3 quality physio strength sessions per week can lead to similar outcomes as higher frequencies, with better adherence and recovery.
The goal isn’t doing more.
It’s doing what you can consistently and well.
❔❓Were you told to do your exercises every day? 👇
❓❔Does this surprise you? Yes / No

🤲🏻Help us spread the word and share with someone who is struggling with Physio
📌Follow for rehab tips and other evidence based MSK support

01/31/2026

In winter conditions:
💙Muscle power drops
💙Tendons become stiffer
💙Injury risk rises without proper warm-up

🔥 Warm-ups need to be longer and more progressive in the cold.
👍Stay safe, stay active

01/27/2026

Have you noticed ppl wearing k-tape on their face lately? 👀 🥶
Skiers and outdoor athletes are starting to use kinesiology tape on their faces to help with cold, wind, and frostbite risk.
Yep... face tape.

The practice became more visible at events like the Winter Olympics, where skiers used brands like KT Tape off-label (i.e., not officially designed for facial protection) in freezing weather.
Physios have used K-tape for years because it:
• gives sensory feedback
• reduces irritation from wind + friction
• helps the skin tolerate stress (including cold)
In really cold conditions, taping areas like the nose or cheeks can help reduce wind exposure and improve comfort (but it's not magic and it doesn't replace proper cold-weather gear).
Have you noticed this trend?
Would you try it?



01/27/2026

Joint pain during perimenopause isn’t “just getting older.”
A new JBJS meta-analysis of 93,000 women confirms a significantly higher risk of muscle and joint pain during the menopausal transition — and highlights how under-recognized these symptoms still are.
💙Validation is the first step toward better care💙

👉 If this resonates, you’re not alone.
👉 As providers of MSK conditions, this conversation matters

💬 Did you know menopause could affect joint health? How does this affect your day to day life? Tell us below👇

*https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41523660/

01/21/2026

You hurt-We help!

->Need a cortisone injection?
->PRP therapy?
->A brace—or knee support?
->Custom orthotics?
-> Help with that back pain, tendonitis or returning to sport?
->Massage therapy to help keep you moving?
->Pelvic floor care?
->Help preparing for surgery (or avoiding it)?
->Or help with that pesky corn?
😉you get the idea

We’ve got you!

One centre•Collaborative care•Evidence based•Extended hours• Conveniently located

📲 613-714-9447
www.ottawaorthopaediccentre.com

01/20/2026

Green flags only ✅
What matters most to you?

01/19/2026

We are so happy to have Monica joining our OOC family! As a co-owner of Stittsville Sport Physio, she brings invaluable experience and expertise to our whole team and clients. 🫶

💙Monica is a University of Toronto–trained physiotherapist with extensive experience treating orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, and sports injuries. She holds advanced certification in Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (CAMPT), and has spent over 20 years teaching and mentoring physiotherapists through the Advanced Integrated Manual (AIM) therapy program.

Monica uses evidence-informed clinical reasoning to create individualized treatment plans that combine manual therapy with progressive, functional exercise tailored to each patient’s goals. She is committed to ongoing learning and regularly applies the latest research and clinical insights to patient care.

A leader in arthritis care, Monica helped establish one of the first GLA:D (Good Life with osteoArthritis from Denmark) programs in Ottawa. She has also presented at the uOttawa National Knee Symposium, educating physicians and surgeons on non-surgical arthritis management and post-operative knee rehabilitation.

An active runner and lifelong athlete, Monica strongly believes in staying active and helping patients return to the activities they enjoy.