Postpartum rehab
Looking to get together with other new moms, and regain your health postpartum? Dr. Taylor, a Waterloo Chiropractor with a special interest in postpartum rehab and postpartum chiropractic is here to help!
Stretch or Strengthen a “stiff” muscle?
By: Sayaka Thiessen, Waterloo Physiotherapist
I am sure most of use have experienced a muscle that feels tight and stiff. Most people immediately think to stretch the affected area, but is that always the solution?
If you have stretched to the ends of the earth but you still feel tight, it might be time to change the approach and try to strengthen it. The sensation of “tightness” doesn’t always mean a short muscle. It could, in fact, mean that the muscle is weak or that a joint lacks motor control and needs to be trained.
Getting assessed by a healthcare professional, like a physiotherapist, you can determine if stretching, or strengthening, or a combination of the two is the way forward.
Looking for a physiotherapist in Waterloo? Sayaka might be a good fit for you, read more HERE.
POST PARTUM REHAB CLASS
Dr. Taylor- new mom and chiropractor – is offering customized, small group training for new moms!
As a starting point, she is going to offer a FREE class on December 11th just to gauge interest and pilot some of her ideas.
If you are interested, please e-mail: drtaylorchiro@gmail.com.
STRENGTH TRAINING WITH PHYSIO SAYAKA
Exercise is always better with friends, which is why we are excited to formally offer individual and small group workout sessions guided by Physio Sayaka!
Strength is a key component of any good rehab program, and is invaluable for staying healthy, regardless of if you are an athlete or not. Plus, we all know there are many ways to go wrong when trying to implement it, so why not get work with a regulated health practitioner to make sure you are doing things the right way!
These one-hour exercise sessions are tailored to your group’s needs, such as:
- prehab for your sport or everyday activities
- prenatal/postpartum rehab and strengthening
- peri/post-menopausal strengthening
- maintaining fitness in a safe environment with consideration for your previous injuries
Sessions are scheduled in advance to reserve the same time every week. We’re flexible on the duration, but 4 weeks minimum is usually a good place to start.
COST:
Cost will be scaled to the size of the group:
- 4 people: $65 per person/session
- 3 people: $75 per person/session
- 2 people: $90 per person/session
- Flying solo? The cost for a 1-on-1 session will be $120.
Covered under your physiotherapy benefits!
Note: Anyone looking to claim this under their PT benefits will need to come in for a short assessment to ensure we are delivering appropriate care for your PT goals.
Reach out today if you’re interested! sayaka.physio@gmail.com
Delanghe Chiro Runs a 5K!
We’re excited at the clinic that we’ve decided to take on the Run Waterloo Grandway 5K as a team!
Completing 5Ks isn’t just about racing to your limit- conquering it in any capacity can do wonders for your health. Here at the clinic we all have all different goals for this event depending on factors like family, work schedule and our fitness starting point. Here is how everybody hopes to do and how they are going to prepare!
GOAL: Something that’s less than 2 minutes slower than my personal best- anything faster than 17:30.
TRAINING GOAL: I hope to run 50-60K/week most weeks with 1 interval workout and one longer run most weeks.
GOAL: Finish without walking! Anything under 40 would be great.
TRAINING GOAL: 1 run/week (3-5 km), 1 distance walk/week (3-5km), carrying around my 10-month old all the time otherwise!
GOAL: To come in around 22:30 give or take 10 seconds.
TRAINING GOAL: Run 3x/week and nail the weekly H+P interval workout.
GOAL: Why is Sean making me do this?
TRAINING GOAL: Walking 3x/week.
Jackie Hergott
GOAL: To complete the race with a brisk walk, and not be worn out when done.
TRAINING GOAL: Walking 2-5x/week, 3-5K total!
GOAL: Under 25minutes, enjoy the race.
TRAINING GOAL: A mix of cardio and weights every week. Playing in my band and drinking teas with 4-7 sugars.
Pre and Postpartum Chiropractic Assessments
Are you pregnant or postpartum, and feel your body is not ‘normal’? Being uncomfortable during pregnancy, and after, is COMMON but NOT NECESSARY. Taking care of your body is imperative.
Taylor Huehn is a kinesiologist, 4th year chiropractic intern and new mom who is offering free evaluations for new or expecting moms to help them feel their best.
BOOK YOUR FREE ASSESSMENT HERE
Common Conditions:
Some common things Taylor is able to diagnose and treat include:
- Low Back pain (80% of pregnant women experience back pain, and 75% experience it up to a year after pregnancy!)
- Diastasis Recti
- Pelvic Girdle pain
- Carpal Tunnel syndrome
…and so much more!
If you want to move and feel better during and after pregnancy – book an appointment so we can get started!
What does the assessment include?
- Health history
- Biomechanical analysis
- Treatment
- Custom exercise plan specific to your diagnosis
If you require further treatments, they are $48 covered under most extended health plans, but there is no obligation after your initial visit.
More about Taylor:
Taylor is a first time mom to a beautiful little girl, who has taught her the importance of taking care of herself to show up as the best mom she can be.
Some of her past experiences include:
- Kinesiology undergraduate degree from WLU
- 4th year chiropractic intern at CMCC, now working with Dr. Delanghe for her final clinical rotation
- Experience in pregnancy rehabilitation as a kinesiologist in a multidisciplinary clinic
- Stroller fit instructor and CSEP Personal Trainer
- Special interests in: neurological conditions (experience working with spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophy, and Parkinson’s disease)
- Learn more about her HERE.
If you have any questions, contact us at info@drdelanghe.com OR (519) 885-4930.