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Stay Safe This Winter: Tips to Prevent Slips and Falls

Winter in Edmonton is a time of beauty, but it also comes with unique challenges, especially when icy sidewalks and snow-covered paths make walking a risky activity. While anyone can take a tumble, slips and falls are a particular concern for older adults, as they can lead to serious injuries and loss of confidence. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to stay safe this winter.

Understanding BPPV: A Guide to Physiotherapy Support

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common causes of dizziness, affecting people across different age groups but especially prevalent in older adults. While it may sound intimidating, BPPV is manageable and treatable, often with the help of a trained physiotherapist.

How Physiotherapy Can Help You Bounce Back from Whiplash

As the crisp winter air rolls in and the snow begins to blanket the streets, it can brings more than just cozy evenings and hot chocolate. Winter also ushers in slippery sidewalks, icy roads, and unfortunately, a higher likelihood of accidents. Whether it’s a slip on the ice or a fender-bender on a snowy drive, injuries can happen—but you don’t have to face them alone.One common injury associated with wintertime are Whiplash-Associated Disorders (WAD), often occurring in rear-end motor vehicle accidents.

Hypermobility: What It Means and How to Address It

Have you ever been told you’re ‘double-jointed’ and wondered what that really means? This excessive range of motion at a joint, known as hypermobility, might be more than just a party trick—it can impact how your body moves and feels.Understanding HypermobilityHypermobility refers to the ability of a joint to move beyond its normal physiological range, either actively or passively (Castori et al., 2017). It is more of a descriptive term rather than a standalone diagnosis and is often a symptom of a broader condition (Castori et al., 2017).