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University Physiotherapy Multidisciplinary health team providing a variety of assessment and treatment services.

09/16/2026

Depressor exercises:
The rotator cuff is responsible for the depressor mechanism through your shoulder. That means it keeps the humeral head back and down in the socket as we raise our arms up.

These 2 exercises have been proven to activate and help strengthen your rotator cuff.

1. First, we have external rotation (lateral rotation) that is like a winding up motion. Your elbow should stay stationary for this version and you rotate your forearm up around it. Keep your shoulder blade back and down and stand tall. Pause at the top to really flex that rotator cuff.

2. Then we have medial or internal rotation. Again your shoulder blade should be pulled back and avoid a shoulder shrug. Keep your elbow stationary and pull down like winning an arm-wrestle.

2-3 sets of 10 of these exercises for each shoulder will help with shoulder stability, strength, and restoring function after an injury. Check with your physiotherapist to see if this is right for you.

Booking new clients at University Physiotherapy! Give us a call at 902-423-9800. 5880 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax NS.

Evidence in Practice: Return to Run PlanningIs an injury preventing you from running? Running related injuries are commo...
09/10/2026

Evidence in Practice: Return to Run Planning

Is an injury preventing you from running? Running related injuries are common, particularly as the volume of running increases.
Whether you are training for a marathon or a recreational runner building to 5km, a physiotherapy assessment helps us determine what your injury is so we can get you on the road to recovery. We can discuss what your long and short-term running goals are, and develop the appropriate return-to-run program for you.

At University Physiotherapy our physiotherapists have a special interest in shoulder pain and methods of helping people ...
08/24/2026

At University Physiotherapy our physiotherapists have a special interest in shoulder pain and methods of helping people recover from shoulder injuries. Whether this is from overhead sports such as throwing, swimming or tennis, frozen shoulder, a workplace injury, a motor vehicle accident, or post-op from a rotator cuff repair we can direct you in what exercises are appropriate for you. Our therapists use a combination of exercise therapy, manual techniques, education, modalities, and dry-needling to help with your recovery. We are accepting new clients. Please give us a call or book online today. We are open Monday to Friday.

Struggling getting moving? Book in to see one of our physiotherapists! ...
07/17/2026

Struggling getting moving? Book in to see one of our physiotherapists! Did you hear? The Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology has posted guidelines around physical activity and health! The 24-Hour Movement Guidelines are available to the public. They recommend 150 minutes of aerobic exercise weekly, targeting major muscle groups with strength training twice a week, decreasing sedentary behaviours, and getting quality sleep. You can check it out at the link 🔗 https://csepguidelines.ca/

Schools out for the summer! Remember to stay hydrated as the warmer weather arrives. Book in at University Physioth...
07/02/2026

Schools out for the summer! Remember to stay hydrated as the warmer weather arrives. Book in at University Physiotherapy so you can get back to your summer activities. Our physiotherapists can assess your injuries, and work with you on an exercise plan. Don’t let your summer slip away!

Our massage therapist Boyang is accepting new massage therapy clients at University Physiotherapy on Tuesdays. Call or b...
06/04/2026

Our massage therapist Boyang is accepting new massage therapy clients at University Physiotherapy on Tuesdays. Call or book online today!

With summer around the corner we change from shovelling snow and skating to gardening and swimming. Prepare yourself for...
06/01/2026

With summer around the corner we change from shovelling snow and skating to gardening and swimming. Prepare yourself for your summer activities by booking your next appointment today!
Photos are from our physiotherapist Jon’s trip to Montreal this weekend with a group of WaterPolo Atlantic youth for a tournament. The kids had lots of fun and gained valuable experience to develop their skills further. Jon coached the 16U girls team and acted as assistant with the 16U boys.

Rotator cuff tendinopathy evidence in practice: Shoulder pain is the 3rd most common musculoskeletal complaint. The Jour...
05/25/2026

Rotator cuff tendinopathy evidence in practice: Shoulder pain is the 3rd most common musculoskeletal complaint. The Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physiotherapy came out with guidelines in 2025 for suspected rotator cuff tendinopathies. At University Physiotherapy we use evidence based research to guide our practice. We include exercises prescription as part of all treatments. Book your appointment today to address your shoulder complaints.

May is National Physiotherapy Month. 🎉 We would like to take this time to express appreciation to our physiotherapists, ...
05/12/2026

May is National Physiotherapy Month. 🎉 We would like to take this time to express appreciation to our physiotherapists, and to celebrate all that physiotherapy can do. We thank you, our clients, for all your support!

If you have lingering shoulder pain after playing your sport it could be due to weakness or poor biomechanics. Overhead ...
04/27/2026

If you have lingering shoulder pain after playing your sport it could be due to weakness or poor biomechanics. Overhead sports such as racket sports, throwing, or swimming can lead to impingement. Book an assessment today and our physiotherapists can guide you in preventing or correcting a recurring issue.

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5880 Spring Garden Road Suite 104
Halifax, NS
B3H1Y1

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Monday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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+19024239800

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