What is Psychotherapy? Psychotherapy is a process of counseling and support that helps people address psychological issues and improve their well-being. The goals of psychotherapy can vary depending on the individual but may include reducing distress, improving relationships, increasing coping skills, and resolving personal issues through counseling and therapy. Psychotherapy is a broad term that covers a wide range of psychological treatments for mental illness. The goal of psychotherapy is to help patients achieve insights into their problems, learn new ways of coping and make positive changes in their lives. How do Psychotherapy works? Psychotherapy can be conducted in individual, group, or family format.…

Physiotherapy is the primary service rendered in Proactive Healthcare Scarborough clinic by Registered Physiotherapist Clarisa de la Cruz, complimenting other services such as Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Manual Osteopathy. Physiotherapy is a health profession that will help promote, maintain, and restore the physical and psychological, and social well-being of our patients. Patients are assessed by a registered Physiotherapist in our Scarborough clinic. Upon assessment, the Physiotherapist prescribes a health care plan for the patient that includes the use of therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Stimulation); Shockwave therapy, and other modalities and exercises for strengthening and stretching. Physiotherapy is both…

If you’re like most people, you probably think of chiropractors as the people who adjust your spine when you have backache. Chiropractors are actually so much more than that! They are experts in the field of chiropractic care, which is a holistic approach to healing that focuses on removing interference from the body’s nervous system. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the benefits of chiropractic care and how chiropractors can help you heal from many different conditions. Benefits of Chiropractic Care Chiropractic care has been shown to be beneficial for a wide variety of conditions. Some of the most…

What Is Massage Therapy? Massage therapy is a system of assessment, evaluation and manual application techniques used in a scientific manner taking into account the muscle locations, stress points and other anatomical considerations of the human body. The purpose of massage is to increase circulation, reduce muscular tension and provide relaxation through the use of pressure applied to the muscles. It includes adjunctive external application of water, heat and cold, stretching, passive and active joint movement within the normal physiologic range of motion as a means of promoting pain relief, injury rehabilitation or health improvement in a safe, non-sexual environment that respects…

What is Chiropody? The practice of chiropody is the treatment and prevention of diseases or disorders of the foot by therapeutic or orthotic means. What is a chiropodist? Chiropodists are trained to take care of your feet and lower limbs, whether it be due to a specific health issue or an injury. Chiropodists can diagnose and treat fractures, deformities, tumors, ulcers, skin diseases and other problems related to our feet. What Does A Chiropodist Do? Chiropodists are skilled in the treatment of all kinds of foot problems, and can deal with a wide range of issues – from nail-cutting to surgeries. Some of the most…

Acupuncture is a treatment that uses very thin steel needles inserted into the skin to stimulate specific points in the body. The goal is to relieve a health condition or symptom, such as pain. The practice comes from traditional Chinese medicine. Scientific studies have confirmed its effectiveness for some conditions. Why it's done Acupuncture is used mainly to relieve discomfort associated with a variety of diseases and conditions, including: Chemotherapy-induced and postoperative nausea and vomiting Dental pain Fibromyalgia Headaches, including tension headaches and migraines Labor pain Lower back pain Neck pain Osteoarthritis Menstrual cramps Respiratory disorders, such as allergic rhinitis Tennis elbow What happens during an acupuncture treatment? During a first appointment, you’ll talk with…

Manual Osteopathy is a form of hands-on therapy with a primary focus of restoring function and eliminating pain by addressing the root cause of the pain, imbalance, injury or illness. Techniques & How They Work There are a few different techniques used in manual osteopathy. The type of treatment you need will depend on what you’d like to achieve. Here are four techniques you might experience during a MO treatment: Advanced Myofascial Release Connective tissue in your body (known as “fascia”) is largely responsible for keeping everything in place. Trauma, scarring, and inflammation can cause the smooth layers of fascia to become tight and…