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Snowday Reflections

by Jen, February 13, 2019

If you live in southern Ontario and don’t own a snow-blower, you know exactly what I mean when I say that there’s been a ton of shovelling to do lately. This winter has been no exception with several snowday events. As a physiotherapist, I pay close attention to the body mechanics I am using and […]

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Milestone Reflections

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, July 26, 2017

Milestone Reflections There have been two significant birthdays for me this year and it has put me into a constant state of reflection.  I look back at who I was, what I have accomplished, my challenges, failures, triumphs and the lessons I have learned from it all. I examine the present. Who I am now, […]

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The Accidental Advocate

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, June 9, 2016

  It seems that I may have started something recently. I think I may have made myself into an accidental advocate for mental health. And you know what? I’m okay with it. Along with my day job as a physiotherapist and my hobbies of rock climbing, fitness and social media. I think the advocate hat […]

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Why Elephants?

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, February 5, 2015

  [youtube]http://youtu.be/1VGwb_9elkc[/youtube]   I can’t even tell you why I’m so passionate for elephants but have become a huge inspiration to me, they cry real tears, they care for their young, they have a great memory and most importantly they are just so cute! Elephants are on the verge of extinction and we need to […]

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Positive Changes and Life’s Little Adventures

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, February 15, 2014

  So 2014 is turning out to be a big year of shift and change for me. But in an amazing and positive way both personally and professionally.   Say my name, say my name     You might have noticed a difference in my moniker. I’ve gone back to my roots and adopted my […]

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