At The Physio Hub we’re passionate about keeping you moving, whether you’re recovering from an injury or striving to reach new performance goals. One of the most common issues we see in the clinic are sprains and strains, which, while similar, require different approaches to treatment and recovery. Understanding the difference can help you get […]
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An ACL tear can feel like a game-changer—whether you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or just someone who enjoys staying active. The good news? Surgery isn’t always the only option. At The Physio Hub in Collingwood, ON, we’re passionate about helping clients recover from injuries like ACL tears using evidence-based, personalized physiotherapy. And for many people,
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A knee replacement can be life-changing, offering relief from chronic pain and improved mobility for those with severe knee damage. However, the surgery is just the first step—rehabilitation is key to regaining strength, range of motion, and functionality. At The Physio Hub in Collingwood, ON, we are here to guide you through your post-op journey,
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At The Physio Hub in Collingwood, ON, we’re passionate about helping you move better, feel stronger, and recover from injuries like meniscus tears. As physiotherapists, we believe in the power of movement and exercise to support recovery, improve function, and promote overall health. If you’ve experienced knee pain or injury, we’re here to guide you
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At The Physio Hub in Collingwood, ON, we’re committed to keeping you active, strong, and pain-free. Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a common issue for athletes, especially runners and cyclists, but the good news is that with the right approach, it’s a condition that can be managed and overcome. Staying active is at the core
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The rehabilitation process post ACL reconstruction has developed over the years and benefitted from advancements in research. Below is a collated summary of the research review ‘Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf’ Noehren B, Snyder-Mackler L (2020)- which addresses the use of Open Kinetic Chain exercises (the big bad wolf) during the early rehab
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Is running bad for your knees? It is a common belief that the high impact nature of running is bad for our knees. People believe the repetition and the force taken with each stride can negatively impact our joints leading to arthritic changes. However… If performed correctly, running can strengthen the joints and reduce the
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What is Osteoarthritis (OA)? OA is a degenerative joint disease that involves breakdown of the cartilage which can lead to joint pain stiffness. It can affect many joints but most commonly affects knees, hips, lower back, neck and small joints of the fingers and thumb. There are many myths surrounding Osteoarthritis and we would like
Skiing and Snowboarding are popular recreational activities in our area with such ease of access. Unfortunately the thrill of the slopes can often lead to injuries, but we want to keep you on the slopes! Here are some tips to reduce your risk of injury… Use appropriate and good quality equipment Work at your level
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PEAK stands for “Physical Exercise and physical Activity for Knee osteoarthritis” and is a program designed by physiotherapists on the basis of research evidence. The program focuses on patient empowerment through education, prescription of strengthening exercise, and a physical activity plan, individualised to the patients needs, with minimal equipment. It is EXCELLENT. Matt has completed
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