Health and wellness insights from our team.

Practical, evidence-based articles on physiotherapy, nutrition, fitness, and living well — written by our practitioners in Mississauga.

Osteopathy vs Physio vs Chiro: How They Differ

Osteopathy in Mississauga can be a stand-alone service or part of a wider plan. Here's how it works and how it differs from physio and chiro.

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What Fascial Stretch Therapy Can (and Can't) Do for Stiff Hips and Backs

Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is hands-on, table-based assisted stretching for stiff hips, backs and shoulders. Now booking in Clarkson, Mississauga.

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Ankle Sprain Recovery: Why "It's Just a Sprain" Isn't the Whole Story | Physiotherapy & Beyond

Most rolled ankles feel better within a couple of weeks, but many never fully recover. Here's how ankle sprains heal, when to get an X-ray, and how to avoid the next one.

Hockey groin strain

Groin strains arrive every September, and the reason is predictable: skating loads the adductors in a way that summer running and gym work don't, so the muscle returns in autumn with less capacity than the season immediately demands. What builds that capacity back, why goaltenders follow a different pattern, and why returning when pain stops is how strains become recurrent.

How physiotherapy can relieve pregnancy pain: safe exercises and posture tips

Physiotherapy for pregnant women addresses low back pain, pelvic girdle pain, sciatica and pelvic floor symptoms — not by resting more, but with trimester-by-trimester exercise, hands-on care and daily posture adjustments. This article covers what's safe in each trimester, what a prenatal pelvic floor assessment involves, the red flags that need a doctor instead, and how to choose a qualified prenatal physiotherapist in Ontario.

How to Find a Registered Massage Therapist Near You

How to choose a massage therapist: how to verify registration, why proximity matters more than most people think, what to ask on the phone, and the claims worth walking away from.

Is my child's backpack causing their back pain?

Every September we  see kids with sore necks, shoulders and backs — and often the cause is  sitting right on their shoulders. Here's what actually matters, and when to  get it looked at.

Can Physiotherapy Help TMJ Pain?

Most people have never been told the jaw is a joint like any other. Here is what a physiotherapy assessment and treatment plan for jaw pain actually looks like, session by session.

Dizziness that isn't vertigo

"Dizzy" means at least four different things, and each one points somewhere different. Getting the description right is most of the diagnosis.

Tennis elbow when you don't play tennis

Most people we treat for tennis elbow have never held a racquet. Here's what's actually happening at the outside of the elbow, and why it takes as long as it does

Taking a look at the NEW Canada’s Food Guide!

With more emphasis on how to eat instead of just what to eat, lets take a look at it together!

Goal setting

How are those New Year's resolutions going? If that question made you pause, you should give this post a read!

Eating Healthy Is Getting Expensive!

Food like many things in our daily lives is getting more expensive. This doesn't mean we have to lose our healthy eating habits...

Personal Training!

BIG NEWS!! We now offer one-on-one personal training here at Physiotherapy and Beyond. Let our own fitness expert help guide your training!

Gym Trouble!!

Abouty to hit the gym? Take a minute to read the following to make sure you avoid making these common mistakes during your workout sessions!

Weight Loss (Part II)

Julia is picking up the conversation from where she left off. Read on for a look and learn a bit of what's out there regarding weight loss!

Saturated Fat (Friend or Foe)

Do we really need to be so hard on saturated fats?

Weight Loss (Part I)

There's more to weight management than just a scale! Join the first part of a discussion about weight loss you'll want to be a part of!

Tennis Season!

Being on the court outside comes with challenges so here are a few things that I think will help you get the most out of your court time.

BBQ SEASON!

Its the Canada Day long weekend!!! Enjoy those BBQs with a few tips that will leave you well fed and not missing out!

Running Fuel

To eat well for running, it’s important to have a dietary plan for before and after your run. Read more about running fuel for more!

To stretch or not to stretch?

I get asked about stretching quite a lot, so I thought it would be worth a quick chat! Take a look!

OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SEASON

The weather is pretty great outside and will only get better. Before you head outside you should definitely remember a few things...

Mindful Eating

Mindful eating can help you truly enjoy your food while promoting healthy habits around and away from food. Take a look for more!

Outdoor Activity Season!

Looking out the window today I realized how quickly the time is going by. The weather is quickly getting warmer and that sun that we were...

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Whether you're starting your recovery or looking for long-term wellness support, we’re here to help—every step of the way. Our experienced team is committed to understanding your unique needs and guiding you with personalized care. From your first visit to your final milestone, we’re with you—focused on progress, comfort, and lasting results.