Back Pain Prevention
Staff Spotlight DJ | Lead Physiotherapist
Djoanna (DJ) brings over 25 years of experience to MedRehabGroup and has been with the company since 2002. She is a member of the Canadian Physiotherapist Association and holds numerous certifications in Medical Acupuncture, Combined Decongestive Therapy (Integrated Lymphatic Drainage), Integrative lifestyle medicine and Advanced Lumbopelvic Complex Therapy. DJ is also an Authorizer for Mobility Devices, and Pressure Modification Devices under the Ontario Ministry of Health. DJ is our senior leadPhysiotherapist andspecializes inavariety of treatment techniques including manual therapy, yoga for scoliosis, patient specific exercise programs, acupuncture, and lymphatic drainage. Her vast experience covers many areas of long-term care and complex rehabilitation: geriatrics, post- surgical conditions, sports injuries, work related injuries, cancer rehabilitation, chronic pain, orthopedic conditions, TMJ, headache, and concussions. When she is not treating her patient she enjoys cycling, yoga, badminton, spinning classes and she started learning cross country skiing. Many patients have benefited from DJ’s care and compassion she holds for them and her pleasant, friendly personality is appreciated by all.
A little prevention goes a long way. If you want to avoid future back pain, you can make sure you’re being good to your back. Lift Properly You pick things up constantly. Even if you’re lifting something light, make sure you’re facing the object. Squat, keeping your spine straight. Lift with your leg muscles, as this will reduce the pressure placed on your spine. Use Good Posture When you’re standing, imagine a string is attached to the top of your head—lifting you up. This will keep your hips, spine, shoulders, and neck aligned. If you’re sitting, don’t slouch. Use Strength Training Your body has hundreds of muscles. Thesemuscles protect and control your spine. By lifting weights, running, and swimming, you can keep them strong. Train your core muscles. In doing so, you’ll easily control quick, lifting movements. It never hurts to visit a physiotherapist, either. Get regular check-ups, and make sure your body is in good condition. If you have a history of back injuries, pain or minor aches, don’t hesitate to talk to a professional. You deserve a pain-free life, and your back will thank you.
Feta &Herb Crusted Salmon
Ingredients Directions • 1 salmon fillet - Thaw if • f 1 r / o 2 ze c n up feta cheese • 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh chives • Juice from half a lemon • 1/8 teaspoon salt • Pinch of pepper
“There were days I could not move. The pain in my left shoulder was the worst pain I had ever felt . When I came to MedRehabGroup, I started noticing right away how the treatment was working. They are friendly and very helpful. Thank God I did not give up. MedRehabGroup was the answer I was looking for.” - Belinda R. Success Spotlight
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil for easy cleanup. Combine parsley, chives, feta, lemon, salt and pepper on cutting board. Run knife through the combination several times, chopping up all ingredients to mix. Spread combined ingredients on salmon fillet. Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through. Serve!
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