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Amity Health GTA muscle and joint experts. We offer chiro, physio, massage & acupuncture for personalized pain relief and mobility.

Amity Health 士嘉堡肌肉骨骼(MSK)健康專家，提供脊骨神經科、物理治療、按摩及針灸服務。精通為您量身定制復康方案，擺脫痛症！
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10/17/2026

That post-vacation pickleball itch got the better of me...🌴

Sprained my ankle yesterday, and today I'm dealing with some swelling and stiffness, but thankfully only sitting at a mild 2/10 pain with zero bruising.

​Early movement is key, so I started working on some gentle range of motion exercises today to get things flowing. I will definitely need the guidance from our clinic physio to make sure I bounce back safely!

●​Dorsiflexion & Plantarflexion: 2 sets of 10-15reps
●​Windshield Wipers: 2 sets of 10-15 reps per direction
●​Ankle Circles: 10 clockwise and 10 counter-clockwise
●​The Alphabets: A to Z once through

​😅Follow to see how I bounce back to play picklebll again!

Note: If you experience an ankle sprain, always get it professionally assessed before starting any rehab exercises!

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10/16/2026

Most of us spend all day moving in one plane: straight forward and back. We walk forward, sit forward, and rarely take our mid-backs through rotation. Over time, that lack of rotation forces our lower back or neck to compensate.

​That's why adding a yoga block to this half-kneeling position is a game-changer. Squeezing the block locks your pelvis in place, ensuring the rotation is mainly coming from your thoracic spine (mid-back) rather than your hips or lower back.

​Try this simple test-and-fix:

​The Test: See how far you can rotate smoothly to each side without shifting your lower body. Notice any asymmetries?

​The Fix: Use these exact movements as a mobility drill before your workouts or after a long day at the desk to unlock stiffness.

​📌 Save this video to test your mid-back mobility today, and send it to a friend who spends all day at a desk!

10/08/2026

Ever feel like your lower belly is pushing out no matter how many crunches you do? It might actually have nothing to do with body fat or weak abs.

​Instead, it often comes down to how your rib cage and pelvis are positioned. When your ribs flare open and your lower back arches, a chain reaction happens: your chest shifts forward, your lumbar curve increases, your pelvis tips into an anterior tilt, and your midsection suddenly looks a lot more prominent.

​A little bit of natural curve is totally fine—the real test is whether you can keep your ribs and pelvis stable when your limbs start moving.

💙 AIM for 10-15 reps, 2-3 sets!

​👉 Hit save to try these out on your next core day!

10/06/2026

Sit-ups strain my neck..so I do these instead. 🤗

​If your neck gives out during sit-ups before your abs even start to burn, you’re not alone. Pulling on your head cranks your cervical spine and relies on momentum instead of true core stability.

​These 2 deadbug variations keep your head completely relaxed on the mat while demanding full-body tension through your core, lats, and hips.

​1️⃣ Banded Deadbug Hold
​The Setup: Anchor a resistance band overhead and hold with arms straight.
​The Cue: Press your lower back flat into the mat and bring legs to 90°.
​The Movement: Extend one leg out slowly while keeping constant tension on the band.

​2️⃣ Resisted Deadbug Pullover
​The Setup: Place a loop band above your knees and press slightly outward.
​The Cue: Keep your head and neck completely relaxed on the floor.
​The Movement: Slowly lower a dumbbell overhead, stopping right before your lower back tries to arch off the mat.

10/04/2026

Watching your little one hit every milestone is such a magical journey—and supporting their growing body makes all the difference! ✨ From tummy time at 3 months to those first steps at 12 months, gentle pediatric care helps support them through every stage.

​With the Toronto Baby Show happening this weekend, it's the perfect time to think about all things baby development! DM if you have any questions about your little one's milestones. 🤍

​👇 Which stage is your little one currently in?

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10/02/2026

Your pelvis is the foundation for almost every lower-body movement! If you’re looking to improve hip control, single-leg stability, or rotational power, try adding these 4 exercises to your routine:

​1️⃣ Standing Hip Hikes – Control pelvic movement on one leg.

2️⃣ Resisted Hip Abduction – Strengthen lateral hip stabilizers & outer glutes.

3️⃣ Quadruped Hip Shift – Teach your pelvis to shift & stabilize laterally & rotationally.

4️⃣ Quadruped Resisted Step-Down – Control internal loading & shifting under resistance.

​💾 Save this post to try during your next workout!

10/01/2026

Dumbbell vs. Kettlebell: Which is better for functional core training? 🏋️🔥

​The truth is, both are incredible tools—they just challenge your core in slightly different ways!

​💡 The Main Difference:

• ​Dumbbells have a balanced weight distribution, making them great for controlled, predictable resistance and steady stability work.

• ​Kettlebells have an offset center of mass, which creates extra leverage and forces your stabilizer muscles and core to work harder to control the movement path.

👉 Which one is your go-to tool, if any? 🤣
​💡 My take: Some exercises definitely felt better suited for a specific tool.

09/30/2026

This 5-minute movement flow is my ultimate morning energy boost!⚡️(just in time before work!)

​No fancy equipment needed—just simple movement that works your cardio, mobilizes your joints, strengthens key muscles, and fires up your core all at once 🔥

​The 5-Min Challenge Breakdown:

⏱ Intervals: 20s ON / 10s REST
🔁 Rounds: 2 Rounds Total

​1️⃣ High Knees – Gets the heart rate up & opens hips
2️⃣ Side Crunches – Obliques & lateral core stability
3️⃣ Cross Crunches – Rotational core strength
4️⃣ Woodchoppers – Full-body power & spine mobility
5️⃣ Sumo Squats – Lower body strength & hip mobility

👉​SAVE this post to try it tomorrow morning!
TRY 2 ROUNDS & check your heart rate BEFORE & AFTER

09/29/2026

2 Simple Sciatic Nerve Glides for Lower Body Mobility ⚡️

​If you feel tightness, pulling, or stiffness down the back of your leg, gentle nerve gliding can help restore smooth movement and decrease tension.

​Here are 2 safe, effective variations to try:
​1️⃣ Seated Slump Glide — Great for office breaks or when sitting at your desk.
2️⃣ Supine Knee Extension — Ideal for a controlled, low-stress movement lying down.

​💡 The Most Important Rule:
Keep the sensation light (1–2/10 intensity max) — NEVER force into pain! Nerve glides should feel smooth and comfortable, not like an aggressive stretch.

​💾 Save this post to try during your next mobility routine!

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09/28/2026

Why your hips (and back) will thank you for doing the Modified Thomas Stretch ⤵️

​If you sit for hours at a desk, commute, or spend long periods inactive, your hip flexors spend most of the day in a shortened, tight position. The Modified Thomas Stretch is one of the most effective target stretches for restoring front-hip mobility while keeping your spine safe.

​✨ Key Benefits:
1️⃣​Relieves Hip Flexor Tightness: Directly targets deep hip flexors (like the psoas and re**us femoris) that get compressed during prolonged sitting.
2️⃣​Protects & Supports the Lower Back: By hugging one knee to your chest, your pelvis stays locked and your lower back stays flat, preventing unnecessary arching or strain on your lumbar spine.
3️⃣​Improves Posture & Pelvic Alignment: Chronically tight hip flexors can pull the pelvis forward (anterior pelvic tilt). Lengthening these muscles helps restore neutral pelvic alignment.
4️⃣​Enhances Hip Extension for Movement: Better hip mobility improves performance in running, walking, squatting, and athletic movements by allowing your leg to extend fully behind you.

​Hold: Take slow, deep breaths for 20–30 seconds, then swap sides.
​💡 Pro Tip: Keep your core gently engaged so your back stays glued to the surface throughout the entire hold!

​📌 Save this post for your next post-workout or work-break routine!

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