April in Ottawa brings a very specific kind of energy to the city. The ice has finally cleared off the Rideau Canal pathways, the wind off the river is starting to lose its bite, and suddenly, the countdown to Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend feels incredibly real. Whether you are signed up for the 5K, the 10K, or the full marathon, this is typically the month where training volume reaches its peak. It is also the month where our physiotherapy clinic starts seeing a massive influx of what we call tr

What is BPPV? (Quick Definition) Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is the most common cause of vertigo. It is a disorder of the vestibular system, the balance organ located in the inner ear. BPPV is caused by the displacement of tiny calcium carbonate crystals (called otoconia). These crystals detach from their normal position in the utricle and migrate into the semicircular canals of the inner ear. When these crystals are displaced, they create a disturbance in the fluid...

Jaw pain can be frustrating and disruptive. It affects how you eat, speak, and even sleep. If you’ve been dealing with discomfort around your jaw, you’re not alone. Many people experience pain linked to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which connects your jawbone to your skull. The good news is that there are effective ways to ease this pain and improve your jaw function. One of the best approaches is tmj physiotherapy, which focuses on gentle, targeted treatments to help you feel better....