Rehabitat, Physio at Home

06/07/2022

In a study assessing contributions to elderly falls, 1067 adults over 65 years of age were selected to participate in this randomized controlled trial. Lower limb strength was measured by muscle mass, and grip strength was measured using a hand dynamometer. Basic health information and a one year falls history was also collected via questionnaire.

This study concluded that an increased duration of exercise per week as well as grip strength conferred a protective benefit against falls. The presence of cataracts, poor vision, depressive symptoms, and the female gender were associated with a higher risk of falling.

Other recent studies assessing the correlation of strength to elderly falls measured strength as a facet of peak torque, not muscle mass, which could explain the discrepancy in findings.

Yang, NP., Hsu, NW., Lin, CH. et al. Relationship between muscle strength and fall episodes among the elderly: the Yilan study, Taiwan. BMC Geriatr 18, 90 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-018-0779-2

06/07/2022

Effective exercise programmes that reduce falls and improve outcomes primarily involve balance and functional exercises or include multiple exercise categories, most commonly balance and functional exercises plus resistance exercises.

Our team tailors their assessment and treatment to the evidence-based prevention and rehabilitation of falls.

ref: Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2019 Jan; 2019(1): CD012424.
Exercise for preventing falls in older people living in the community.

06/03/2022

Risk Factors for Falls: Studies suggest a history of falling, lack of confidence with balance, cognitive impairment, lower extremity weakness, unsteady gait, certain medications, multiple medications, and advanced age are significantly associated with falls (Wright 2022). Impairments in muscle strength, balance control and gait are particularly strong risk factors for falls (tinetti 1998).

Our team of experienced Physiotherapists use evidence-based assessment and treatment protocols to improve falls risk and outcomes.

06/01/2022

Falls can have serious consequences, such as fractures and head injuries (Peel 2002). Around 10% of falls result in a fracture (Campbell 1990; Tinetti 1988); fall‐associated fractures in older people are a significant source of morbidity and mortality (Burns 2016)

Falls are associated with reduced quality of life (Stenhagen 2014), and can have psychological consequences: fear of falling and loss of confidence that can result in self‐restricted activity levels leading to a reduction in physical function and social interactions (Yardley 2002).

Our team of experienced in-home therapists use an evidence-based assessment and treatment program to provide both preventative and restorative care to reduce the number of falls and associated morbidities.

DM for a full list of references.

10/08/2021

Self advocacy isn’t easy. Especially if you’re speaking a foreign language.
As health care practitioners, we know that we’re not infallible. Sometimes we see things that others don’t, and vice versa. Sometimes, in a Physiotherapy setting, we see issues that masquerade as “musculoskeletal”, when in fact, they’re something more sinister. This is why we’re armed with “Red Flags” - a list of questions to help us rule out more sinister causes, and rule our patients into our scope of practice. These flags aren't necessarily a diagnosis on their own, but they’re part of a clinical picture (this is where the art meets the science). This is also where advocacy and language comes in. It’s where we respect what our scope of practice is, and advocate for our clients by referring them for a different type of assessment/treatment. Sometimes, when patients have already been seen, it’s when we give them the language and the support to “be a squeaky wheel”.
To my patients and their caregivers: Be a squeaky wheel. Demand more if you feel like you’re not being heard. Being a good MD is one of the hardest jobs, and I judge mine based on diligence - ie the initiative to investigate appropriately when the clinical picture doesn't quite add up.
Don’t take “I can’t help you” for an answer. Ask for explanations. Ask for "family meetings". Advocate for diligence and appropriate attention for those who can't. One of our most important roles in healthcare is to disseminate information to empower our patients. “scientia potentia est”.

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07/16/2021

The literature suggests that balance and strength training are integral to longevity and avoiding falls and associated injuries and setbacks.

Our therapists are equipped to identify and treat factors relating to falls in home, to help improve longevity at home.

12/05/2020

In these uncertain times, we wanted to remind our clients that we offer telehealth appointments, as COVID numbers increase. ⁣
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While we go above and beyond the Ministry of Health and college guidelines to screen our therapists and clients, we understand that in-person appointments aren’t within everyone’s comfort zone. ⁣
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What can a telehealth appointment accomplish in a manual based-profession you ask? ⁣
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✅ Movement assessment⁣
✅ Gait assessment⁣
✅ Post-op exercise guidance⁣
✅ Injury advice and triage⁣
✅ Exercise progression⁣
✅ Foot mobility assessment and targeted exercise ⁣
✅ falls prevention assessment and treatment ⁣
✅ Functional movement guidance to improve biomechanics⁣
✅ Highest standards of Confidentiality: through our secure, locked-down, PIPEDA compliant Janeapp system ⁣
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If you don’t believe us, here is a testimonial from a remote client re. Telehealth. ⁣
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“I'd like to discuss a personal, physical issue that has plagued me and my family for a few years.⁣
The app and platform is fantastic - easy to use and helpful for patients.⁣
The MOVEMENT after working for Jamie Camp... from a person that hasn't been able to walk for a few years? I spent 2 hours with this practice and hiked a California mountain. Professional, personable, nurturing... more than anything, she solved a problem in two sessions that I thought would take years to solve. Can't be more thankful. Thankful beyond these words. S.M.”⁣
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08/26/2020

There are no bandaids. There are no stock one-size fixes for everyone. 🤯⁣
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💡Assessment involving muscle testing, hands on palpation, watching movement and incorporating the body’s history is clutch. Once the nervous system is back online, then grab some great exercise recommendations to strengthen the parts that need strengthening, but until everything is firing on all cylinders, attempts to pinpoint and strengthen those “weak” muscles can perpetuate the problem. is a great assessment tool to pinpoint how your nervous system has integrated injury and compensated. Old ankle sprains, car accidents, fractures, falls, etc all contribute to present pain and dysfunction. ⁣
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💡Take home: don’t discount old injuries, get hands-on assessed, and if trying the same thing isn’t working, it might be time to try something else. ⁣
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Pop quiz: what is the #1 predictor for injury??⬇️⁣
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Tell us about your body’s history .....
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07/13/2020

Tell us about YOU.⁣
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Email us at info@physioathome.com One of our directors will contact you either by phone or email to gather more information so we can handpick the Physiotherapist that will best meet your needs. ⁣
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Your First Visit.⁣
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Prior to the first visit, you will receive an intake package to fill out online. If email isn't in your wheelhouse, not to worry. Your physiotherapist will bring the necessary paperwork to the first visit. All of our therapists have been screened via a criminal record check with an added vulnerable sector search, for your security. ⁣
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Your individualized treatment plan.⁣
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No Body is the same. Your Physiotherapist will tailor a treatment plan specifically to meet your needs and goals, and work with you to implement the treatment in your own space. We want you to be an active part in the evolution of your abilities. This is why we stress advocacy and client-centered care within our core values. ⁣
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04/17/2020

We are proud to announce that we are now offering Virtual Care.

As always, our primary concerns are the health and safety of our patients and team members. Although at this time it is a challenge to predict a timeline for reopening homecare, we'd like to extend to you that we are still here to help you using Virtual Care.
As with an in-person visit, we can continue to provide the following services:
- Assessment, check-ins and monitoring of your current condition or injury and functional abilities
- Movement screens to assess and treat dysfunctional movement patterns
- Progression of your exercise program to address your goals
- Ergonomic assessments and bracing recommendations
- Postoperative home exercise programs, education, support and advice

The platform we use, Janeapp, is extremely secure and easy to navigate.

For more information about Virtual Care or to book an appointment, please email info@physioathome.com or call our reception at 647-351-5960.

Sincerely,

Your team at Rehabitat

💡This guide assumes that you already have an online appointment booked in with your provider. You will want to reach out to your clinic directly if you are unsure!Let’s get you connected for that upcoming video call!We recommend using the latest version of Chrome on your desktop or laptop...

03/30/2019

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Our first client newsletter! Price Drop, Testimonials and the introduction of PTAs to our practice!!

02/15/2019

Tending for an aging parent or an injured relative is a job in itself. Whether it’s a short or long term position, caregiver burnout is real. Here, we discuss the numerous ways that in-home treatments can help alleviate caregiver burden.

Caregiver burden is a problem of its own. How In-home appointments can help lift the burden of caring for aging parents. Let us count the ways: