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Traumatic Brain Injury

PoNS™ Therapy for Stroke Walking Impairments

At Propel Physiotherapy, our experienced therapists work with clients with stroke to help them regain strength, endurance, balance and mobility. We have training in the specialty area of neurology and a full complement of specialized and adapted equipment that we use to help our clients get the most out [...]

How to Eliminate Barriers to Physical Activity for People with Brain Injury

Physical activity is an essential part of recovery from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). There is substantial evidence to support the benefits of regular exercise for people living with TBI regardless of the severity and complexity of symptoms. [i] Despite this evidence, adoption of an exercise program—and adherence to [...]

Effects of Brain Injury: How Location Impacts Outcome

The effects of brain injury are largely dependent on the location and severity of the trauma. The brain is a complex organ composed of three main parts; the cerebrum, the cerebellum and the brainstem. These areas communicate via billions of neurons to control many of the body’s functions, like [...]

Lifestyle Approaches for Better Brains and Bodies Speakers Series

Brain injuries can have lifelong, lasting effects on almost every sphere of life. They can result in impairments of neurological, cognitive and physical functions leading to activity restrictions and lack of participation in all aspects of society. Acquired brain injuries currently impact about 1.5 million Canadians, and every year another [...]

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