Introducing the Clinical Massage Therapy Manual
We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Clinical Massage Therapy manual. This book is a “must have” resource for Massage Therapists — students and practitioners alike. It’s an easy to follow guide, packed with images, charts and tips that will help you achieve maximum healing results for your patients. Clinical Massage Therapy is the best […]
The Jets therapy heads get in touch with ProSTM
Physical therapy heads from the Winnipeg Jets (NHL) and Manitoba Moose (AHL) pow wow with Dr. Nik over benefits of proSTM instrument application. The following article was originally published by Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine – Check it out! Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose Seminar Dr. Nikita Vizniak, the Boucher Institute’s Physical Medicine Department Chair, […]
New Textbook: Orthopedic Assessment
I’m pleased to announce a new resource available at Prohealthsys! Fresh off the press is an evidence-based, practical textbook for use in the classroom and practice — Orthopedic Assessment. “Don’t guess, Assess.” Orthopedic Assessment is a quick reference guide for students, instructors and healthcare providers. The content, illustrations and layout format are designed to be useful […]
Prohealthsys gives back to UWS Clinic
As an alumni of the University of Western States (UWS), I’m grateful for my experiences there, as are my university friends, Dr. Daniel DeLapp and Dr. Bill Borman. It’s an honour to be able to give back. Recently Dr. Daniel DeLapp, Dr. Bill Borman and I made a visit to the UWS campus. While there, […]
New Evidence Informed Yoga Book
The new Evidence Informed Yoga Book is close to being released! Here is what the evidence suggests… Improved Flexibility and Balance Yoga improves flexibility and balance to optimize performance through the use of specific poses. Maintaining flexibility as we get older in one of the major factors that can lower your physiologic age, keeping you […]
Improve Your Health: Walking is the Best Medicine
Walking is an accessible and low-impact form of physical activity that has many positive impacts on short-term and long-term health, and can cause improved outcomes. It is universally accessible, requires little skill or equipment, and has a low risk of injury. Improved Body Composition and Fitness A meta-analysis by Murphy et al1 included 24 randomized […]
Heat vs Cold … What the evidence suggests
Acute soft tissue injury has been managed using the acronym PRICE (Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation) for years, even though there is a lack of evidence demonstrating its efficacy. Although rest is beneficial for acute soft tissue trauma (Bring et al. 2009; Martinez et al. 2007), it should only be limited to immediately after […]
Muscle Tendon Growth and Training Effect
Dr. Nikita Vizniak compares forearm tendon growth between an academic, a weight lifter and a rock climber.
What Everyone Ought to Know About Doctors
Have you ever found yourself sitting in a doctor’s office and wondering… How much can this doctor really help me? Do they know what they’re talking about when they’re giving me nutritional advice or pharmacological advice? How can I choose one type of doctor over another to suit my needs and get me to where […]
5 Rules to Choosing The Right IASTM Instrument for You
Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a safe and effective technique that every practitioner should have in their repertoire. However, learning the technique and buying the correct tool for you are two different things. Buying an IASTM instrument is like buying a new car – research must be done! You have to “test drive” […]
