Breathing Group Classes
Breathing Assessment & Treatment Group Classes for Physiotherapy Clients at Move Authentically Physiotherapy
with Christine Campbell, MScPT
4 Monday evenings, 6:30pm to 8pm, upstairs at KIHC
Author: Christine Campbell, Physiotherapist
Christine Campbell is an experienced physiotherapist and an indispensable member of the Kingston Integrated Healthcare team since 2016. She provides quality one-on-one, hands-on physiotherapy care that improves overall function by addressing underlying causes and movement problems.
New beginnings for Christine Campbell
Dear clients and friends,
After seven amazing years at Kingston Integrated Healthcare, I am moving my practice to 817 Blackburn Mew, in the West End of Kingston. Although it will be a different physical space, my intention is to provide the same great care you have come to know.
I am eternally grateful for Sonya and all that she has done to support me and my practice. Even during our serendipitous first meeting, I could feel how much she cared for KIHC, the practitioners and all of the clients. Sonya’s kindness and skillful leadership has allowed me to grow and flourish over the last 7 years. The KIHC team of practitioners and reception staff are truly remarkable! I will certainly miss seeing them on a regular basis, however it is time for me to make a physical move to further the growth of Move Authentically Physiotherapy (MAP).
There are many ways I intend to stay connected to KIHC and the wonderful team! I will continue to collaborate with the team members for all our mutual clients. I am also staying connected by being a member of the KIHC Advisory Team.
Finally and most importantly, I am grateful to all of you! I am so honoured to get to work with such incredible clients each and every day. As of January 1st, 2024 you can find me at 817 Blackburn Mews. Please feel free to stay up to date by visiting my website, signing up for my newsletter, and following me on Facebook.
Much love,
Christine
Breathing Assessment & Treatment Individual Sessions
If you’re unable to attend scheduled group breathing classes, or would prefer a focused one-on-one assessment of your breathing concern, please schedule an appointment with Christine and be clear with our reception staff that this appointment is for a breathing assessment.
Breathing Pattern Disorder
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.
Just breathe!
“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.
Plantar Fasciitis: At-Home Tests and Exercises
One of the positives of the pandemic experienced by some people, is increased physical activity! However, when we start a new activity or if we increase the duration/speed/volume of an activity too quickly, the risk of injury goes up. This includes the inflammatory and painful condition of the foot and heel, called plantar fasciitis.
How to Set Up an Ergonomic Home Workspace
As many of us have transitioned to working from home, I thought this would be a great opportunity to discuss how to set up an ergonomic office or workspace. Having a great set-up can prevent injuries, such as neck strain, carpal tunnel and repetitive strain injuries, from occurring a few weeks down the road.
A Breath of Fresh Air
This Earth Day, let’s explore healthy breathing and gratitude for fresh, clean air!
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.
Christine’s Physiotherapy Philosophy
Physiotherapists are primary health care providers that have an in-depth knowledge of the body and specialized hands-on clinical skills that can assess, diagnose and treat a variety of conditions and injuries. How physiotherapists work within the guidelines is completely different, which is just one reason why I love my job. I have created my own philosophy, which is often different from other physiotherapists.
Can Physical Activity Change our Mood Through our Gut?
Gut Microbiota
The gut microbiota are microorganisms or bacteria that reside in our intestinal tract. Everyone has approximately 100 trillion microorganisms within their digestive system! Each person has a unique collection and assortment of these bacteria which are unique as our fingerprints. These gut bacteria play a fundamental role in shaping our metabolism, neuronal, and hormonal (endocrine) systems.
Microorganisms also impact our immune function and if dysfunctional, can contribute to problems such as obesity, diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease or depression. There are many research articles that show that the administration of certain strains of gut bacteria to rodents, results in decreased anxiety and depression.
