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Health unit launches flu shot clinics across region

Wednesday, 14 November 2012 00:00 | Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 November 2012 18:35 | Written by Darlene Watters |

Flu Season - Clinics Open November 2012 Submitted by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, November 6th, 2012.

Public clinics for the flu vaccine are now running in six communities across Simcoe County every Wednesday and Saturday through November.

Flu Season 2012: Time for your flu shot

Saturday, 10 November 2012 13:33 | Last Updated on Saturday, 10 November 2012 13:39 | Written by Darlene Watters |

Flu Shot Simcoe Muskoka Medical Officer of Health.
Submitted by Dr. Colin Lee.

Each year you hear a lot about influenza, a virus commonly known as “the flu”, and the need to protect ourselves and our families by getting our flu shot. You hear this because influenza can be a very serious respiratory illness, and immunization is a safe and effective way of preventing its spread.

Physical Therapy – Helping Boomeritis

Monday, 12 April 2010 00:00 | Last Updated on Friday, 15 April 2011 11:46 | Written by Don Sorensen |

Physical Therapy – Helping Boomeritis

Are you experiencing elbow pain during gripping, shoulder pain when reaching, back or neck pain with increased activity, or knee pain that makes walking difficult? Are you between the ages of 40-60? You may be experiencing a common condition called boomeritis.

What is Boomeritis? Boomeritis as defined by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, refers to related injuries suffered by baby boomers who are trying to maintain a more healthy lifestyle than their previous generation. Born between 1946 and 1964, they make up 30% of the people active in sports and recreational exercise. Smack in the middle of this age range, are the people in their forties – the decade
experts say that our muscles, tendons and joints start to “show their age”.

Physical Therapy - Helping Back Pain

Tuesday, 30 March 2010 00:00 | Last Updated on Friday, 15 April 2011 11:47 | Written by Don Sorensen |

Physical Therapy – Helping Back Pain

Back pain happens to almost everyone at some point in their life and can slowly or very quickly move you out of your comfort zone and restrict your normal lifestyle. Seeking help from a health care professional often happens once your pain becomes severe enough to interfere with daily activities, recreation, work or sleep. What happens next can depend on whom you consult.

Finding a health care professional who understands the complexity of back problems and can provide a comprehensive approach to back care is the key to managing or eliminating the curse of back pain. Every body is unique and no two complaints of back pain are identical. If your back hurts, don’t ignore the pain.

Rapid Recovery Advice

Monday, 09 November 2009 00:00 | Last Updated on Friday, 15 April 2011 11:47 | Written by Don Sorensen |

Tips For Wellness and Recovery

Commit To Being Active

Research indicates that physical activity increases the blood flow, frees the body of toxins and stimulates the body’s natural healing process. Aim for 20-30 minutes of activity each day. Swim, walk, garden, bike. Focus on what you can do, not what you can’t. When recovering from an injury a combination of rest and activity will help facilitate your recovery.

Get The Proper Rest

Adequate sleep is very important, especially following injury. Night time is when your body goes to work helping to repair damaged tissues. Make sure your bed is giving you proper support. Discuss the best sleeping postures and recommended mattress types with a physical therapist.

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