Lab Health Physio Esquimalt

The James Bay and Esquimalt clinics will be closed on Wednesday, September 30th, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

We acknowledge that there are 50 Indigenous communities on Vancouver Island, and our clinics have the privilege to operate on the Lands of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples, known today as the Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt nations. Join our team while we take time with our families on this important day to learn, grow, and listen.

Please note that our 24-hour cancelation policy is in effect at all times. Appointments can always be booked or modified online by clicking the link in our bio and logging into your client profile👇
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/
Regular admin hours will resume on Thursday.

Huge congratulations to our very own Nick on an incredible performance at the Sprint Triathlon World Championships in Pontevedra, Spain! 🇨🇦🇪🇸
Nick crushed the course, finishing 15th out of 95 in his age group with some absolutely unreal splits:
🏊‍♂️ 750m Swim: 15:01
🚴‍♂️ 20km Bike: 30:58
🏃‍♂️ 5km Run: 18:02 (after swimming and cycling—absolute HUMAN MACHINE status! 🤯)
We couldn't be prouder to have such a powerhouse on our team!
🙌 He is back in the clinic and accepting appointments! Spots are filling up fast now that he’s home, so grab your spot on the schedule before they’re gone. Click the link to book!
https://labhealth.janeapp.com/locations/lab-health-physio-esquimalt/book

From 12:30-4pm Today FriYAY Sept 25th, 2026 Owners Mark & Beth are taking over the phones so our Admin Team can have their annual pampering spa day.

Think a diagnosis of knee or hip osteoarthritis means a life sentence of sitting on the sidelines? Breakthrough research shows that targeted movement—not rest—is actually the ultimate key to protecting your joints and slashing pain. Discover how a tailored exercise program can help reclaim your strength, avoid premature surgery, and get back to the activities you love.
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Movement is Medicine: treating osteoarthritis with exercise Osteoarthritis (OA) is most common in the knees and hips, followed by other joints like ankles and hands. For many people, the diagnosis of osteoarthritis in one of their joints feels like a life sentence of inactivity and inevitable slow descent into frailty. Often, the diagnosis comes after severa...

September is Arthritis Awareness Month in Canada! 🍁 To mark the occasion, we’re busting the top 5 myths about Osteoarthritis (OA)!

If you’ve been told OA means slowing down or "saving" your joints, it’s time to rethink what’s possible. Your joints are living tissue—they adapt, rebuild, and crave movement! 💪

🛠️ MYTH 1: Osteoarthritis is just "wear and tear"
The Reality: OA isn’t like the tread wearing off a tire. Canadian arthritis research confirms joint cartilage is dynamic and responsive! Appropriate load and movement actually feed your cartilage, stimulating it to stay healthy and resilient.

👵 MYTH 2: It’s an "old person’s disease" that’s completely inevitable
The Reality: Over half of Canadians living with arthritis are under age 65! While aging is a factor, joint injury, muscle weakness, and genetics play huge roles. Early intervention, rehab, and staying active can rewrite your joint health story at any age.

🏋️‍♀️ MYTH 3: You should rest painful, arthritic joints
The Reality: "Motion is lotion!" Rest leads to muscle weakness and stiffer joints. Supervised strength training—like progressive load exercises—builds the supportive muscle shield your joints need to feel stable and move with less pain.

🛑 MYTH 4: Exercise will damage your joint cartilage further
The Reality: Targeted exercise is actually one of the primary recommended treatments for OA! Focused treatment plans show that strength training reduces pain, improves mobility, and lowers the need for joint replacement.

🔪 MYTH 5: Surgery or injections are the only real solutions
The Reality: Non-surgical, active conservative care is powerful! Exercise therapy, lifestyle modifications, weight management, and targeted physiotherapy are first-line treatments proven to dramatically improve quality of life.

Ready to take control of your joint health this September? Our team at Lab Health Physio is here to guide you through supervised, evidence-based movement programs tailored to your goals.
📲 Book online at labhealth.ca to get started today!

From clinic reps to race prep! 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️
We are beyond excited to cheer on our very own physio Nick as he heads to Pontevedra, Spain for the Triathlon Sprint World Championships in Pontevedra, Spain! 🇨🇦🇪🇸
Nick has put in the work all season pushing through the swim, bike, and run legs in the sprint distance, and now it’s time for him to take on the world stage—both in the individual sprint and in the mixed relay!
Swipe through to see some of our favorite moments from his sprint races this season. We are so proud of you, Nick! Next stop: Spain! Let’s go! 🔥💪
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Ever wonder why joint stiffness shows up differently, or what your body is actually trying to tell you? While Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis both affect joint health, they develop in very different ways—and knowing the difference is key to feeling your best. Discover how movement, nutrition, and tailored care can help you protect your joints by reading our full guide today!

What are the Differences Between Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis? What are they: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a mechanical injury where the cartilage that covers the ends of the bones in a joint has eroded and the result is that the joint no longer moves as smoothly. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition that occurs when an individuals’ own immune syste...

How are you spending the last long weekend of summer? Family BBQ, back-to-school prep, hiking, and biking are on our list!

The James Bay and Esquimalt clinics will be closed Saturday through Monday and our all-star practitioners and admin team will return Tuesday.
Appointments can always be booked or modified online by clicking the link in our bio and logging into your client profile with the link below👇

Phone messages and emails will be answered on Tuesday.

From our LAB Health Family to yours, Happy Labour Day Long Weekend!
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From hard wooden swivel chairs in the '50s to modern standing desks, workstation trends have evolved, but is standing really better than sitting? The truth is, staying stuck in one position (sitting OR standing) strains your joints, which is why blending both throughout your day is the ultimate secret to staying pain-free!

Check out our full blog post for simple, practical tips on making the sit-to-stand switch effortless and setting up a workspace your body will love.
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Sit to Stand Desk: are they all they're cracked up to be? Evolution of the officeThe trends over time for workstation ergonomics have drastically changed. Most of the changes occurred because of design aesthetics and what is visually appealing. In the 50s you would see hard surfaced wooden swivel chairs, while in the 60s & 70s you started to see today’s ...