What is Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapists that work in pelvic floor physiotherapy assess and treat the muscles of the pelvic floor and surrounding areas. The pelvic floor organs such as the bladder, colon, and uterus are supported by muscles which are located within the pelvis and sacrum. Pelvic floor dysfunction can be present when these supporting muscles are either too tight, or too weak.

 

Who would benefit from Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?

Long story short, everyone could benefit from a pelvic floor assessment! More specifically, conditions that would require a pelvic floor assessment would be:

• Urinary incontinence (urge related and/or stress related)
• Fecal incontinence
• Pregnancy and post-partum
• Pelvic organ prolapse(s)
• Painful urination
• Painful intercourse
• Constipation
• Painful bowel movements
• Lower back pain
• Hip pain

An assessment can include an external and internal examination of the pelvic floor including the skin, fascia, and muscles.  An internal exam is not always necessary, and will be fully discussed with each patient upon the assessment.

What is it?

Vestibular therapy deals with the complications of vertigo and/or dizziness. If you have been suffering with the feeling of the world spinning around you, feeling “wavy or woozy”, losing your balance, feeling light headed, feeling like you are rocking on a boat, or just feeling “off” vestibular therapy may help. Vestibular therapy can also help relieve dizziness and other symptoms sustained from a concussion through sports or a motor vehicle accident.

What happens in an assessment?
During an assessment your therapist will ask questions about your vertigo/dizziness. They will also perform some tests that will include balance, eye movements, head movements and using infrared goggles to see what happens to your eyes when you are in complete darkness. Sometimes this will flare your system up and may make you feel a little sick, or nauseous but it should pass fairly quickly. 

How can it help?
Vestibular therapy uses a mixture of home exercise programs specifically tailored to the cause of your vertigo and manual maneuvers to help rid you of your dizziness/vertigo. Depending on the cause of your vertigo some issues can be treated and resolved in just one visit!

Our physiotherapist Erin has completed her full certification in vestibular therapy in Atlanta, Georgia, and has also been treating this patient population over the past 3 years with great success!

Physiotherapists are highly educated experts that aim to get you moving, and keep you moving. They have advanced knowledge on how the human body moves, and what stops it moving. More specifically, they are trained specialists of the human musculoskeletal system (muscle, bone, joint and soft tissue), biomechanics, physical rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, and the physical/physiological impacts of health and disease. Physiotherapists will be able to recognize the signs of a serious health condition, and will recommend a doctor’s visit, if necessary.

Within a session, they use hands-on treatment techniques to help restore, maintain, and maximize optimal function and quality of life.

 

Physiotherapists are trained in being able to assess, diagnose, and treat physical symptoms and limited movement that are caused by injury, aging, disability or health conditions. They aim to help patients understand the underlying causes of the pain or condition. Treatment plans are customized for the patient to restore independence, maximize movement and flexibility, reduce pain, manage chronic symptoms, and take back control of their lives.  Furthermore, they will teach patients to stay well, avoid future injury and achieve their best quality of life.

 

Physiotherapists excel in the treatment of many conditions. The following is a list of conditions that a physiotherapist can help with:

• Arthritis
• Back pain/injury
• Chronic pain
• Frozen shoulder
• Parkinson’s,
• Carpal tunnel,
• Whiplash/neck injury,
• Pregnancy related pain,
• Shoulder pain,
• Tendonitis (all parts of the body)
• Urinary incontinence,
• TMJ dysfunction,
• Postural dysfunction,
• Workers Compensation Board (WCB) claims,
• Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) claims,
• Muscle weakness,
• Concussion/vestibular
• Fractures
• Post-Surgical Rehab

Don’t see your condition on this? Be sure to call the clinic to see if a Physiotherapist can help you today

Don’t wait for a referral. Visit a physiotherapist as soon as pain or discomfort gets in your way.

Treatments Offered by your Physiotherapist:

• Manual Therapy
• Graston Technique for soft tissue mobilization
• Dry Needling/IMS
• Cupping (static/dynamic)
• Electrotherapy
• Therapeutic Ultrasound
• Variety of Taping techniques
• Pelvic floor exams
• Many more…

 

Massage therapy addresses a variety of health conditions, in relief for a wide range of conditions related to soft tissue and joint dysfunction, pain management, rehabilitation, and stress-related tension. Massage therapy uses a scientific method of using the hands to restore function and can aid with the healing process of many physical, mental and emotional ailments. Our Massage Therapists are registered through an organization who oversees required training and testing for all practitioners.

We offer a range of massage techniques including: deep tissue, hot stone, sports/rehab massage, relaxation.  We have several massage therapists who do direct billing to most insurance companies, as well as RCMP, Veterans Affairs.  All of our therapists meet the national standard and are covered by extended health benefits.

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Prescription orthotics are medical appliances that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalance. Orthotics work on the feet in the same way braces work on the teeth – by exerting gentle consistent pressure to bring muscles, ligaments and bones back into proper alignment. The overwhelming majority of lower limb problems, and a fair number of lower back, knee, and hip complaints, are caused by abnormal biomechanics of the foot. A large percentage of these problems can be successfully treated with shoe inserts – called orthotics.

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Acupuncture is a therapeutic technique that has been used for centuries to treat a wide range of conditions. Traditionally it is based on the theory that energy, called Qi, flows through the body along different pathways, known as meridians. When there is interference along these pathways, it causes an imbalance or stagnation of QI, resulting in illness. Acupuncture is used to correct the imbalances by the insertion of thin sterile needles into certain acupuncture points along the meridian.

The scientific explanation of acupuncture relates to the stimulation of the nerves and neuro-hormonal reflexes. This stimulates the body to produce endorphins (a naturally occurring pain-relieving chemical) as well as the anti-inflammatory and healing response. It is a safe and effective treatment method and is commonly used as an adjunct to other therapies in clinical practice.

Acupuncture is effective in treating a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, such as headaches, rotator cuff injuries, tennis/golfer’s elbow, sciatica, hip pain, osteoarthritis, and many sport injuries. Other common conditions, such as stress, fibromyalgia, anxiety, nausea, insomnia, induction of labour etc. have also been known to benefit from acupuncture.

Kinesio taping is a therapeutic taping method that uses a uniquely designed elastic tape. The application of this tape enhances the function of many different tissues and physiological systems. This facilitates the body’s own natural healing process and movement by structurally lifting the skin.

Kinesio taping can be used to treat muscles, nerves, joints, pain, and swelling.

When applied properly, Kinesio Tape assisted in re-educating the neuromuscular system, reduce pain, optimize performance, prevent injury, and improve circulation and healing.

A traditional therapy used for relief from muscle spasms, back pain, joint pain, sciatica and arthritic and rheumatic problems, digestive issues and respiratory illness. It’s a simple method of pulling “stuck,” stagnant and congealed blood, and body fluids out of an injured area. Cupping uses negative pressure (suction) to release rigid soft tissue, drain excess fluids and toxins, loosen adhesions, lift connective tissue and increase blood flow to stagnant skin and muscles.

In addition, it stimulates the organ-related zones in the skin to further improve the function of inner organs, including liver, stomach, intestines, and kidneys. Cupping is also thought to increase immunity in a particular area, since the suction causes the release of a histamine-like substance in the skin, which stimulates the immune system.

Benefits can include:

• Increased blood circulation
• Acute and chronic soft tissue injury
• Stimulating to the lymphatic system (reducing edema/swelling)
• Removes congestion in joints & increased secretion of synovial fluid
• Stimulates parasympathetic system (reducing anxiety, fatigue, high blood pressure)
• Digestive problems such as stomach ache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation
• Increases digestive secretions and enhances peristaltic (intestinal muscle contraction) movement on intestines
• Gynecological problems such as dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation)
• Lung problems such as cold, fever, cough, asthma

Cupping is the oldest and most globally practiced medical treatment in human history. Most cultures can produce historical evidence that some variation of cupping was used regularly in their medical histories. Cupping is an incredibly ancient and universal practice that spans both East and West, so talk to your practitioner about incorporating some cupping into your next treatment.

If you are like most people, I imagine there are specific goals you have for your health and your life. Perhaps you want more energy and are tired of always being tired. Maybe you have those nagging sweet cravings that you can’t seem to get under control. Or, perhaps it’s time to finally figure out how to look and feel great in your own body. Does any of this sound familiar?
As a Health Coach, I support my clients to make step-by-step changes to their food and lifestyle, so that they permanently reach their goals. I support them to do so in a way that’s enjoyable and easily integrated into their lives.
If you are ready to make some real changes in your life and learn how to reach YOUR goals, I have a special invitation for you. I’d like to invite you to a free initial health consultation, where you’ll have the opportunity for undivided attention from someone who wants to support you to look and feel better!
This 30-minute confidential session, available in-person, allows you to:
• Identify your health goals and what you’ve always imagined for your life.
• Figure out what you truly want to accomplish long-term for yourself and maybe even your family
• Understand how you may be getting in your own way of reaching these goals.
• Learn how to have my support to permanently reach your goals by participating in one of my health coaching options
This session could very well be a turning point in your life. So, are you ready to make your goals a reality?
Your next step is to schedule your session. Please contact me at jodie@jodiecampbell.ca or 403-912-5115 to reserve a spot in my schedule for the consultation.
Remember, this session is for you only if you are serious about making some lasting and positive changes in your life. I’d be honored to help you accomplish this.
Please let me know when you are available to focus on yourself and your goals. I very much look forward to hearing from you. My schedule tends to fill up quickly, so please let me know soon. In the meantime, feel free to visit my website at www.JodieCampbell.ca to learn more about how I can help.

Perhaps you’re down or anxious – maybe you’re unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren’t living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer you individualized support to help you through. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and my job is simply to help you along this journey by guiding you and offering you direction and my own expertise. Whatever your journey may be, I am here for you. My areas of support include:

• ADHD
• Anger
• Anxiety
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Couples Counselling
• COVID-19
• Depression
• Divorce/Infidelity/Relationships
• Domestic Violence
• Family Counselling
• Gender Identity
• Grief/Loss
• LGBTQ+
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Parenting
• Pregnancy/Prenatal/Postpartum
• PTSD
• Self-Esteem
• Self-Harm/Suicidal Ideation
• Sports-Related Issues
• Stress
• Substance Abuse

I believe it is important to gain a better idea of the bigger picture of your circumstance which includes social, emotional, behavioural and psychological influences. Each client comes with their own unique background and as such, I observe the needs of the client to ensure that my approach best suits each individual/couple/family.

 

I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Working from a client-centered, strength-based framework I utilize several therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) as well as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Play-Based Therapy approaches. I strive to ensure a safe, judgement-free space to allow space for clients to open up comfortably when they are ready to do so.

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