Proactive Health Group

Have you ever found yourself sitting at your computer desk for hours on end? Perhaps your next is so stiff you can barely move it, or maybe your head hurts from having a sore back.  Have you ever had a bad sleep? Maybe even one so bad that you have a migraine when you wake up?  These are all signs that you may need to see a massage therapist. Massage therapists focus on relieving pain for their clients, and through the practice of applying pressure to the muscles and working through tension. Massage therapists work on the soft tissues of the body. They go through extra schooling to be trained in massage therapy and in remedies for soft tissue pain.  When looking for a new massage therapist, there are many factors you may want to consider. For instance, massage therapists can be trained in different methods. They could be trained in fascia stretching, which is working the thin connective tissues of the body. A massage therapist can be specialized in cupping, which is the a...

The best thing about physiotherapy for athletes is that is can be targeted for the physical demands of each different sport. This means that whether you are trying to optimize your performance or recover from an injury, your sports injury physiotherapist in SW Calgary will be able to help. Looking for the right practitioner to provide this type of unique physiotherapy in SW Calgary can be a bit of a challenge, but you can usually determine the ones who are sports specialists quickly by visiting their website or social media channels. Once you know just a little bit about their practice, you will be able to tell if they are athlete focused. You may also find that the sport clubs you belong to already have a great relationship with a highly skilled sports injury physiotherapist in SW Calgary becuase they know and trust them to be able to support those who play your sport. Optimizing for your sport includes diagnosing, treating and accommodating any limitations on your physical performanc...

 When you are looking for the best physio in SW Calgary , a big determining factor will be the physiotherapist that you choose. They will make or break the success of your treatment. It’s also important to realize that the term “affordable” is relative in terms of physiotherapy in SW Calgary. Some clinics may have lower prices that are easier to afford, but if you need to have additional treatments because they don’t target your problem well or truly understand your needs, you will end up paying more in the long run. It has been my experience that paying a higher price can often reduce the number of visits needed, if you get the right physiotherapist, which makes the price more affordable when you average it out. Physiotherapists work with people as part of a team of health care professionals. A good physiotherapist will have the following skills and personality traits:     • Initiative, patience, sensitivity and tact     • Excellent communication skills   ...