Footwear & Orthotics – How to Train Your Feet!
Experience pure bliss as orthotics enhance your running shoes, making walking a breeze. But what about your stylish ensembles and summer sandals? Fear not! Noelle Trotter, a pedorthist, can find the perfect footwear that accommodates both your orthotics and fashion sense. Curious about orthotics? Noelle conducts comprehensive gait (walking) assessments and crafts tailor-made orthotics to suit your needs. Embrace the summer season by training your feet amidst sandy shores and lush grass. Prioritize optimal foot function for walking and fall prevention. Need targeted exercises? We’ve got you covered. Diane Lee & Associates – Physiotherapy | DianeLeePhysio.com
Fix Your Tech Neck
One of the most common postural issues we see in the office is forward head carriage (FHC). You may have also heard it referred to as text neck, tech neck, iHunch, forward head posture, or dowager’s hump. This nasty habitual neck posture has been steadily rising due to our smartphone addiction and computer use. It is a postural issue that many people do not know that they have! Over time, this condition can lead to muscle imbalances as the body adapts to hold the head up straight. Every inch your head goes forward adds 10lbs of stress and pressure to your spine.
Physiotherapy for an Active Summer!
Footwear & Orthotics – How to Train Your Feet!
Experience pure bliss as orthotics enhance your running shoes, making walking a breeze. But what about your stylish ensembles and summer sandals? Fear not! Noelle Trotter, a pedorthist, can find the perfect footwear that accommodates both your orthotics and fashion sense. Curious about orthotics? Noelle conducts comprehensive gait (walking) assessments and crafts tailor-made orthotics to suit your needs. Embrace the summer season by training your feet amidst sandy shores and lush grass. Prioritize optimal foot function for walking and fall prevention. Need targeted exercises? We’ve got you covered. Diane Lee & Associates – Physiotherapy | DianeLeePhysio.com
Seven Pillars of Self Care
1. Knowledge & Health literacy – to obtain health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions. 2. Mental wellbeing & Self-awareness – knowing your body mass index (BMI), cholesterol level, blood pressure; engaging in health screening. 3. Physical activity – practicing intensity at a desirable frequency. 4. Healthy eating – having a nutritious, balanced diet with appropriate levels of calorie intake. 5 Risk avoidance – quitting tobacco, limiting alcohol use. 6 Good hygiene – washing hands regularly, brushing teeth, washing food. 7 Rational use of products and medicines – being aware of dangers, using responsibly when necessary.
Book Club: The Longevity Paradox
How to Die Young at a Ripe Old Age. by Dr. Steven R Gundry. In The Longevity Paradox, he maps out a new approach to aging well—one that is based on supporting the health of the “oldest” parts of us: the microorganisms that live within our bodies. Our gut bugs—the bacteria that make up the microbiome—largely determine our health over the years. From diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s to common ailments like arthritis and the appearance of our skin, these bugs are in the driver’s seat, controlling our quality of life as we age.
Clean Eating Recipe
Spinach Tofu Smoothie
Add a touch of freshness to your breakfast with this delicious, protein-rich smoothie. It’s a great way of incorporating tofu into the first meal of the day! Ingredients: 3 c. fresh spinach. 2 bananas. 1½ c. chopped frozen mango. 1 c. chopped frozen pineapple. 10 oz. soft tofu. 1½ c. milk or almond/soy beverage. Fresh mint, optional. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Add extra liquid, as necessary. Enjoy! Pair with a serving of whole grains for a complete breakfast!
Words to Live By
“When meditating over a disease, I never think of finding a remedy for it, but, instead, a means of preventing it.” Louis Pasteur
Words to Live By
“There are no limits to what lies ahead of you. You will accomplish great things when you believe in the unlimited potential that exists within you.” Keith Macpherson
Words to Live By
“Let’s build wellness rather than treat disease.” Bruce Daggy
Laughter is the Best Medicine
Q: Why are nurses afraid of the outdoors? A: Too much poison IV.
Brella Book
Looking for a comprehensive guide to resources for your health and wellness? Look no further than the new Brella Book! This book contains a wealth of information that you may find useful, including listings for practitioners, maintenance services, counseling, and mental health resources, and much more. Whether you’re looking for a new yoga studio, a trusted massage therapist, or a mental health professional who specializes in anxiety or depression, you can find it all in the Brella Book. Our team has carefully curated this guide to ensure that it contains only the best and most reliable resources for your health and wellness needs.
You can pick up a copy of the Brella Book at any of our convenient Brella Locations, as well as at many Rec Centers and hospitals throughout Surrey. Simply ask at the front desk and they will be happy to provide you with a copy. If you have any questions about the Brella Book or the resources contained within it, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]. We’re always happy to help and provide you with the information you need to take charge of your health and wellness.


