Difference Between Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy: Techniques, Goals, and Benefits
When you experience pain, muscle stiffness, or difficulty moving after an injury, two common terms often come up: physiotherapy and physical therapy. Both are widely recognized forms of rehabilitation that help restore function, reduce discomfort, and enhance overall well-being. However, many people wonder: Are they the same thing or are they different? The truth […]
The 7 Critical Stages of Psychotherapy: Benefits and Challenges
Embarking on the journey of psychotherapy is one of the most courageous decisions a person can make. It’s not just about healing the mind—it’s about rediscovering your strength, your story, and your sense of self. While many imagine therapy as a single process, it actually unfolds through several transformative stages, each offering unique insights, challenges, […]
7 Key Differences Between Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Care
When it comes to body aches whether it’s back pain, an injury, or just some bad posture you usually hear the same suggestions: “You might want to see a physical therapist!” or “A chiropractor can help with that!” Physical therapy and chiropractic care for pain relief focus on helping people move better, reduce their pain, […]
Top 10 Benefits of Massage Therapy?
Do you often feel like the days just run on? Working long days with no break in sight? Demanding schedules, work, family and social obligations can really take a toll on us. Before you realize it, you’re feeling tension in your muscles, fatigue, irritability or even chronic pain. How did this happen? Well, inactivity such […]
Which is better, a Chiropractor or a Physiotherapist?
In the search for remedies to the pain, injury, or chronic recurring pain, many in Mississauga can find themselves comparing chiropractic care and physiotherapy. Since both of these professions are accepted in the region and many people can take advantage of them, you can easily find yourself confused about the right course of action or […]
Boosting Workplace Health: Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders Through Better Break Strategies
By Dr. Lisa Ramsackal, Chiropractor, Acupuncturist | INNOVA Integrated Wellness Centre As a chiropractor with years of experience treating patients at Innova Integrated Wellness Centre, I see firsthand how musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) can quietly undermine employee health, performance, and quality of life. Whether it’s chronic neck tension, lower back pain, or repetitive strain injuries in […]
7 Ways Physiotherapy Helps People Living with Parkinson’s Disease
Asmita Sangave, Registered Physiotherapist: As a physiotherapist, I’ve witnessed firsthand how tailored movement strategies can transform the lives of individuals living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). This progressive neurological condition—marked by tremors, stiffness, slowness of movement (bradykinesia), and postural instability—affects far more than just physical mobility. It challenges daily independence, self-confidence, and overall well-being. In the […]
Top 7 Benefits of Combining Physiotherapy with Acupuncture
Combining modern science with ancient wisdom can deliver powerful results. At INNOVA Integrated Wellness Centre, two of our most impactful treatments—physiotherapy and acupuncture—work even better when paired together. This blend of evidence-based rehabilitation and holistic energy medicine creates a synergistic effect that speeds up recovery, balances the body, and enhances overall well-being. Why Combine Physiotherapy […]
