MAP Physiotherapy

12/08/2025

12/07/2025

This is a great article about how AI affects children. There is no way around it. AI is an ubiquitous part of our lives now, and is present in ways of which even adults aren't aware. Kids can easily get confused about whether or not Alexa is an actual person or Siri is a helpful friend.

I believe it is important to teach kids about the good, the bad, and the ugly regarding technology like this. They need to understand things like how much information they are giving away when they use it, how to critically appraise what it has to say, and the ethical questions it raises. Now even more than ever, we must raise critical thinkers.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way we work, play and communicate. While AI has potential to help solve complex problems, you've likely also heard serious concerns about it—and especially, the ways AI might change the lives of children and teens.With so many viewpoints out the...

12/04/2025

I think we would be tremendously naive to think that our teens are telling us everything. It is completely developmentally normal for them to keep things to themselves. The trick is to figure out if they are hiding something dangerous versus harmless.

My approach to this is to have the difficult and awkward conversations often and early. My kids have known about how s*x works from a very young age and are comfortable talking about it. They know what condoms are and what they are for. They know there are predators out there. I have started discussing drugs with my oldest and made her aware that at some point she will be with a group of people who are using, and need to make an intelligent choice. I have also made it clear that they should tell an adult if someone has harmed them.

By opening the lines of communication and making sure they know that absolutely no topic is off limits, I believe that I am increasing the chances that they will come to me if something goes sideways.

Learn what teen secrecy may signal and how to rebuild trust and open communication.

12/03/2025

Cancellations available today at 3:30 and tomorrow at noon.

12/02/2025

Menopause Series - Treatment of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause

If you've been listening to me repeatedly talking about the use of va**nal estrogen in menopausal people, then you know how important it is. It could literally save your life, and yet a lot of physicians don't consider prescribing it or, worse yet, flat out refuse to do so.

This link has all of the information in one place, including links to studies showing the benefits of this treatment, educational resources, clinical guidelines for prescribing it, and even a free lecture for clinicians looking to learn more.

There is no longer any excuse. If you have a va**na and you are in post-menopause you need to read this and take action. It is never too late to initiate this treatment.

Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) impacts a woman's quality of life. Local va**nal estrogen is the single most effective therapy in our toolkit for treating GSM—regardless of a woman’s stage of life. In as little as 6-12 weeks our patients experience clear clinical benefits, including fe...

11/30/2025

This article defines empowered as being confident and in control of your life, as well as having the official authority or freedom to do something. I definitely feel this in my life.

Reading through this article I realized that I do most of the things on this list. I would say that for me the most impactful have been surrounding myself with inspiring people, trying things I've never done before, and doing things by myself whenever possible.

I believe these are also things we should be teacher our kids. After all, wouldn't it be great if they went forth feeling empowered?

Ready to feel more empowered in your daily life? If you’re ready to be more confident, improve your life, and feel more fulfilled, discover 15 inspiring ways to be your most empowered self!

11/29/2025

There are only THREE weeks remaining before the Christmas break! Whaaaat?? Book now if you want in before the new year.
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11/27/2025

I find this a really interesting subject. Do you swear in front of your kids? Do you let them swear? Are there certain words that are totally off limits in your house?

When my kids were little I tried not to swear in front of them at all. But now that they're older I don't worry about it. We can't be silly enough to think they've never heard these words elsewhere. So is there an "appropriate" time to swear?

I basically have three rules about it.

Number one, you are not allowed to swear AT someone. We do not call other people names, let alone with f-bomb adjectives. If you curse because you just smashed your toes into the leg of the chair, I have no problem with that.

Number two, no swearing when little people are around. That's kind of a no-brainer to me.

Number three, there are some words that are absolutely off limits. Always and forever.

What are your thoughts on the subject?

Do as I say, not as I do: Talking to kids about foul-mouthedness in today’s confounding world.

11/25/2025

Menopause Series - Menopause Hormone Therapy DOES NOT Cause Cancer

Are you one of the estimated 50 - 70 million people who have been scared away from menopause hormone therapy (MHT) because you were led to believe it causes breast cancer? Were you told that you are not a candidate for MHT because you have a family history of breast cancer? If so, then you really need to listen to this podcast.

Dr. Kelly Casperson is joined by Dr. Rachel Rubin and Dr. Marty Makary to discuss the incredible damage done in 2002 by the misinterpretation of data from the Women's Health Initiative study. Dr. Makary is the Commissioner of the FDA. He states that the misinformation that has led to baseless fear mongering on this subject and the subsequent withholding of MHT from an entire generation of people "may be one of the greatest screw-ups of modern medicine".

Not only have people been completely misled in terms of the risks of MHT, they have been left completely in the dark as to the long-term benefits of it. The numbers are staggering. Dr. Makary sites the following outcomes in people on MHT:

A 25-50% decrease in fatal heart attacks
An up to 64% decrease in cognitive decline
A 35% decrease in risk of Alzheimer's
A 50% reduction in bone fractures

It has taken 23 years for the first step to be taken in rectifying this great wrong. You can hear the passionate indignation in all of their voices, combined with a steely resolve to now embark on a mission to educate the masses. Truly, you must listen in.

Podcast Episode · You Are Not Broken · 11/11/2025 · 45m

11/24/2025

Most of you know I lost my business partner and friend to glioblastoma in 2016. So this charity that provides much needed financial support to families with a loved one suffering from this disease is very near and dear to my heart. These funds are needed for everything from allowing a primary caregiver to take a leave of absence from their job, flying a friend or family member in to spend time with their loved one, or paying for very expensive hospital parking passes.

So please, if you are able, support this wonderful charity and buy some tickets to this amazing adult advent calendar raffle. They have some fantastic prizes lined up like gift cards for Escape Manor, Cookies by Kat, Bloom Hockey, Uplä and many more! There is something for everyone.

And the best part? Each gift comes in an individual box that is carefully wrapped so that you can see what is in it without ruining the wrapping. That way, if it's not something you'll use it can be easily regifted. It's a true win-win!

3 days left to win 24 days of surprises this December! 🎉
Our Adult Advent Calendar Raffle is back and the prizes are BIG!

We’ve created 5 epic advent calendars, each filled with gifts from amazing businesses and valued at over $2,000 each.
One gift to open every day from Dec 1–24… yes, please. 🍾🎁

And the best part?
Every ticket helps support local and families. ❤️

🎟 Tickets:

$25 each or 2 for $40
E-transfer: slaysocietyinc@gmail.com
An email confirmation will be sent back within 24hrs

📅 On sale until Nov 26
🎥 Winners drawn live Nov 27
🚗 Delivered before Dec 1

So easy! So fun!!!

11/23/2025

Oh, eldest daughters. This is definitely a thing. I often find myself saying to my daughter, "You're not the mom." She corrects my son sometimes more than I do. Being a single parent, I can see why she might try to assume more of a parental role, so I have to make a conscious effort not to actively contribute to this.

It is a fine line to walk between asking her to do age-appropriate chores and parentifying her. And sometimes if I'm not around she has to be more in charge. She is, after all, almost two years older than her brother. But she is still a kid and I have to remember that.

"Recognize that she is living her one and only childhood and honor that. She doesn’t need to carry everyone’s burdens and ‘hold it all together.’ Teach your other children to take care of their own needs as well, so it does not all land on one person to carry the burden."

Wise words indeed.

Birth orders are fascinating, but how do we keep our eldest daughters from feeling all the pressure?

11/18/2025

Openings today at 10:15 and Thursday at noon.