Physiotherapist Kim Deschamps explains the early physical and emotional signs of stress, what happens in your body, and evidence-based tools to manage stress before it becomes a health crisis.

When imbalances occur in your body, like chronic pain or disease, it can be the result of many factors. Genetics clearly play a role, as can lifestyle choices like inactivity, poor nutrition, smoking, or overindulging in alcohol. Yet, there is a third factor that is less obvious and potentially far more impactful: stress.