Tummy time is an essential activity for infants, contributing significantly to their physical development and overall health. It is recommended to start tummy time from day 1.
An achievable way to encourage tummy time for your newborn is by holding them against your chest while you are in a reclined position. This method not only promotes bonding but also helps the baby develop neck and shoulder muscles. A great time to try a round of tummy time is right after a diaper change when your baby is likely to be awake and alert.
Ideally, babies should have supervised tummy time for about 3-5 minutes, 2-3 times a day at first, gradually increasing the duration as they grow stronger and more comfortable. This practice helps strengthen their neck, shoulder, and arm muscles, promoting motor skills that are crucial for milestones like rolling over, sitting up, and crawling.
To make tummy time enjoyable, caregivers can engage with the baby by singing, talking, or using high contrast toys to capture their attention. Always ensure tummy time is conducted on a safe, flat surface, and never leave the baby unattended.
Why should babies do tummy time?
Most of us think of contacting a physiotherapist after an injury has occurred. But did you know that one of our primary goals at Energize Health is preventing injuries in the first place? Especially for kids!
It's natural to worry about your child's safety, especially when they're playing sports. Injuries are unfortunately a common occurrence in many physical activities. Thankfully, there are ways to help reduce the risk of your child getting hurt, and ways to help them recover if they do happen to get injured while participating in their favourite sport.
You can help your young athlete stay healthy and in the game by working with a physiotherapist. Here are 4 ways our Calgary physiotherpists can help your child athlete.
By Lana Finley, DMO
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Stress is an inevitable part of life, affecting us both mentally and physically. Stress can be due to external pressures, such as work deadlines, relationship challenges, or financial worries. Stress can also be due to internal conflicts and emotions. To better comprehend the multifaceted nature of stress, let's dive into the definition of stress, its effects on mental, emotional, and physical health, and what you can do right away to help manage and reduce your stress.
Hi, I'm Dr. Nicole Barry, a chiropractor at Energize Health. I'm excited to share with you some remarkable insights into the world of radial shockwave therapy and its incredible benefits. As a Calgary based chiropractor dedicated to helping my patients achieve optimal health and wellness, I have been successfully using shockwave therapy in my practice for over 5 years. I have witnessed firsthand the transformative effects of shockwave therapy and, in this blog, I will provide you with an overview of this cutting-edge treatment and back up its advantages with peer-reviewed research.
What is Radial Shockwave Therapy (RST)?
Radial shockwave therapy (RST), also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) or simply "shockwave", is a non-invasive treatment modality that utilizes high-energy acoustic waves to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Think of an opera singer who can break glass with their voice, or a sonic boom when a military jet flies by: these are more common examples of the power of acoustic wave. With shockwave therapy, specific frequency acoustic waves are delivered to targeted areas of the body, where they stimulate the body's natural healing processes and can help provide relief from chronic pain and discomfort.
Now, let's dive into 5 of the science-backed benefits of Radial Shockwave Therapy:
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