Our Body is a Living Memory Have you ever stopped to think about the incredible relationship between your body and memory? It’s a fascinating topic that has garnered significant attention in the fields of neuroscience and psychology in recent years. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the concept of ’embodied cognition,’ which suggests that […]
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Pain Can Be Our Greatest Teacher In a world where we often strive for comfort, ease, and happiness, pain can seem like an insidious force that disrupts our lives. It’s natural to want to avoid it, to push it away, and to pretend it doesn’t exist. But what if I told you that pain can
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Movement is Medicine In today’s world, it’s easy to get caught up in our sedentary lifestyles. We spend hours sitting at desks, scrolling through our phones, and engaging in other activities that don’t require much physical movement. While these habits may be convenient, they can have negative effects on our overall health and wellbeing. That’s
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Pain is More Than Just Physical When we think of pain, we often associate it with physical sensations – headaches, backaches, and the like. But pain is much more than just physical. It’s a complex and multifaceted experience that can have a profound impact on our emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Pain is often described
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How Yoga Can Help with Back Pain Back pain is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor posture, muscle imbalances, and underlying medical conditions. While medication and physical therapy are often used to treat back pain, yoga can be a highly effective
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Breath as a Bridge: From Shallow Chest Breathing to Full-Body Presence As we navigate the complexities of modern life, it’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of shallow chest breathing. This type of breathing can lead to feelings of anxiety, stress, and even physical discomfort. However, by shifting our focus to full-body presence and
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In our daily lives, we often find ourselves carrying emotional baggage, which can manifest in physical tension. This tension can range from the subtlest of clenched fists to the most pronounced of hunched shoulders. But what if I told you that this tension is doing more than just affecting your physical posture? It’s actually holding
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By Kayla, Doctor of Physiotherapy For a long time, I believed I understood the body. I studied it intensely — first with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science, then through years of clinical training as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. I knew muscles, bones, nerves, biomechanics, physiology. I could assess dysfunction and prescribe rehab with precision.
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