Patient Education Resources

Leg Exercises

This pamphlet explains how to do leg exercises. It includes illustrations. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Liver Transplant Physiotherapy Program

This pamphlet explains why it is important to stay active while you wait for your liver transplant. It includes strengthening and cardio exercises and diagrams. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Managing Low Back Pain

This pamphlet has tips to help you manage your back pain at home. It also includes information on when to see a health care provider. This pamphlet is also available in French.

My Get Moving Passport

This pamphlet gives tips for staying active while you are in the hospital.

My Journey Through Rehabilitation - Musculoskeletal, Amputee, and Neurology Program

This pamphlet will help you as you make your way through rehabilitation (rehab). It explains what to expect when you are admitted, during your stay, and when you are discharged from the hospital. It also includes information about your health care team and a checklist to help you get ready for your discharge.

My Physical Activity Record

This pamphlet includes tips on how to get more physically active. It also includes space to keep track of your health (like blood pressure, heart rate) and activity (like aerobic exercise, balance test).

Neck Range of Motion

This pamphlet outlines the steps involved for various exercises to increase or maintain neck range of motion.

Physical Activity After an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

After an acquired brain injury (ABI), it is important to stay active.

Physical Activity Prescription

This tear-off pad is a teaching tool to you stay active. It includes guidelines for frequency (how often), intensity, duration, plus exercise activity ideas.

Physiotherapy Services in Nova Scotia

This pamphlet gives information on physiotherapy services available in Nova Scotia. Topics include how physiotherapy can help you, and how to pay for this service. This pamphlet is also available in French.