12Jun
Breathing Pattern Disorder
- On June 12, 2023
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Have you noticed that you’re short of breath? Or perhaps sighing or yawning a lot? These are common symptoms of a Breathing Pattern Disorder (BPD). BPD is an umbrella term that describes inappropriate breathing with no apparent cause, which is persistent enough to cause symptoms. A relatively common diagnosis under this umbrella, is Hyperventilation Syndrome. […]
09Jun
Breathing Resources
- On June 9, 2023
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Want to learn even more about Breathing Pattern Disorder, or Long-COVID-19? Here are some great resources! Breathing Pattern Disorder: Bradcliff Breathing Method Bradcliff offers great courses, which Christine has taken! They also offer some resources for patients on Disordered Breathing, common triggers, and more. The University of Newcastle, Australia The University of […]
09Jun
Breathing Classes
- On June 9, 2023
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Introducing Breathing Assessment & Treatment Group Classes for Physiotherapy Clients at Kingston Integrated Healthcare with Christine Campbell, MScPT 4 Wednesday evenings, 6:30pm to 8pm, upstairs at KIHC These small in-person group classes** are recurring, and designed for current clients of Christine Campbell. Participants will leave with an individualized treatment plan (and sometimes homework!) pertaining to that class’s main topic of […]
20Feb
Just Breathe!
- On February 20, 2023
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“Just breathe!” This is often much easier said than done! There is a great deal that goes into healthy breathing, especially given the stressors of the twenty-first century. Breathing is foundational to our health and yet many of us are not breathing well. Dysfunctional breathing can impact many facets of our lives, including our sleep quality and […]
20Feb
A Breath Of Fresh Air
- On February 20, 2023
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What are Breathing Pattern Disorders? Breathing pattern disorders (BPDs) include a range of abnormal respiratory patterns, such as shallow breathing from our upper chest, or hyperventilation, where we breathe too quickly. Breathing dysfunctions impact our energy levels, mental clarity, chronic pain conditions, and overall wellbeing. Breathing Well Matters! Normally we should breathe 10-14 times (cycles) […]
16Jul
Physiotherapy Can Help You Dance
- On July 16, 2021
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There are many sports that demand a great deal from the body, however, dance is one that requires an alarming amount of flexibility, true stabilizing strength and incredible balance. Dancers are constantly pushing the limits of what the human body can do, and therefore often suffer from multiple injuries through their dancing career. In this […]
09May
Injury Prevention for Runners
- On May 9, 2021
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Now that the weather is getting warmer, some of you may be excited to get back to running! Running is a great cardiovascular exercise, and a lovely way to spend time outdoors. As running is considered an impact activity, it is important to make sure our gait and running technique is as mechanically efficient as […]
09May
The Struggle of Habit Building
- On May 9, 2021
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Written by: Christine Campbell Are you someone that struggles to add in new healthy habit? You are not alone! We can have the best of intentions, but it is a human struggle to implement a new behaviour. James Clear wrote an awesome book on habit building called Atomic Habits. Here are some of the helpful […]
09May
How Foot Strengthening Can Help Prevent Injuries
- On May 9, 2021
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Written by: Christine Campbell Many of us take our feet for granted until there is a problem with them, like plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendonitis. In this article we will break down why these injuries are so common and what to do to prevent or treat them. Feet are our shock eliminators, our weight supporting […]
08May
How to Avoid Gardening Injuries
- On May 8, 2021
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Exciting news, gardening season is on its way and many are eager to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty! On top of being a great stress reliever, gardening is a way to get fresh air and exercise your creativity. It is also a great activity to improve your cardiovascular system, flexibility, […]