Monthly Workshops

We are moving our workshops online! All workshops start at 7 PM and are held through an online presentation platform -- Zoom. You will automatically receive a link when you register, as well as a reminder email.

These workshops provide information about anatomy, causes, symptoms, and management of the associated conditions, and are designed to provide a question and answer session at the end.  All workshops are free, and we offer promotional discounts for those in attendance.  

To find out more about any of these workshops, or to register, click on the button provided.

Our free workshops will be moving ONLINE for 2020!
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Thursday, September 17 - Retirement Ready?
Adrian and Blaine will be looking at the importance of being physically ready for retirement, and how we can help you maintain function and mobility to match your plans for the future.

Thursday, October 22 - Low Back Pain & Sciatica
This workshop will help you develop a clear understanding of low back pain, some ways to self-manage pain, as well as highlight what our team can do to help you.

Thursday, October 29 - Off-Season Golf Workshop
TPI Certified Physiotherapist, Adrian Cochet, will look at the importance of off-season training to help you maintain your golf form and fitness during the off-season.

Check back soon to see what else is in-store for 2020!

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​Past Presentations

Shoulder Pain & Dysfunction
Melissa will be looking at the anatomy of the shoulder, as well as the causes of shoulder injuries and pain. She will also spend some time talking about how to manage pain, and how physio and acupuncture can help.​

Managing Breast Cancer Treatment and Recovery
Join Melissa Doerksen, who is certified in Rehabilitation Strategies for Patients with Cancer, as she discusses the different ways nutrition and exercise can help you cope with the side-effects of treatment and recovery.

Chronic Pain 
​Chronic pain affects up to 20% of the adult population. Maintaining an active lifestyle or improving your activity tolerance is not easy or simple when faced with flare ups and pain that persists. Gaining an understanding of how pain works can be an important tool in managing chronic pain and regaining function.

Low Back Pain & Sciatica
​This workshop will examine the anatomy of the low back, as well as the causes of low back pain.  We will also spend some time looking at how to prevent and manage low back pain and sciatica.
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Younger Next Year with Special Guests, Pine View Farms
Back by popular demand, this workshop uses the book by Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge, MD to take a look at how to reduce the symptoms of ageing, and how to improve your health and activity levels so that you feel younger next year!
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Osteoporosis
​During the workshop, Blaine will talk about the reasons we lose bone density, and provide information about the management of the associated symptoms. He will also talk about the role exercise plays in the prevention of bone loss.
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Massage & Cupping
​Our massage therapist discusses the benefits and precautions of massage and cupping, as well as giving a cupping demonstration.  They will also discuss what to expect, and what conditions can be helped through cupping and massage.

Journey of Strength
Mat Palmer will be leading this special presentation workshop to discuss how strength can help us stay healthy as we age, and how it can lead to greater independence and adventure. Special guests, Jacqueline & Giuseppe Almeida will be joining us for this workshop to present a brief but important discussion entitled Taking Ownership of Life.

Osteoarthritis
Mel will be here to discuss the causes and symptoms of arthritis, and how to manage the associated symptoms.

Women's Health & Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
​This workshop would be beneficial for anyone who would like to know more about the function and dysfunction of the pelvic floor, as well as those who would like to improve their core strength.

Ready for Golf?
Golf is one of the most common recreational summer activities that people do. Mobility and strength are critical to ensure pain free and quality performance when it comes to golf.  Join TPI Certified physiotherapist, Adrian Cochet, as he looks at how best to get ready for golf season!
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​If you have a topic suggestion for one of our free workshops, please let your therapist know or talk to one of the front office staff.