What to do in case of a work accident?
Notify your employer See a doctor You must see a doctor, even if it is a minor injury. Tell the doctor that your pain is due to an accident at work. Ask the doctor for a medical certificate. You will need it to make a claim to the CNESST. Give a copy of the medical...
Treat your pain at work
Breaking our routine with 10 minutes of stretching If you work in an office, chances are that you spend the majority of your day in a sitting position, from being in front of the computer, to sitting in the car or later on decompressing in front of the television....
How do I use a cane or crutches?
Doctors may suggest the use of an assisted walking device following an injury or surgery while the lower extremity is healing. At the beginning, it may seem difficult to manage the walking aids, however with practice it will quickly become easier and your confidence...
Can physiotherapy get rid of my headaches?
While some headaches can be worse than others, they can all be pretty exhausting. What many people don’t know is that there are different types of headaches and with certain types, physiotherapy can help! Migraines Migraines can be caused by several factors including...
Who will get rid of my pain? Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, osteopathy or acupuncture
A common question people ask when they get injured is what is the difference between physiotherapy and occupational therapy (OT)? What about osteopathy and acupuncture? How do these professions differ from one another? Occupational therapists: When one thinks of OT...