What is tennis elbow? Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition in which the outer part of the elbow becomes painful and sensitive. It is usually caused by overuse of the muscles and tendons in the forearm that attach to the lateral epicondyle, a bony bump on the external region of the […]
How To Choose the Right Compression Stockings
With so many different types and brands of compression stockings available on the market today, how can you know which one is right for you? Stop wasting money and read this guide where we’ve put together tips for choosing the right compression socks for your needs. Compression Level The first step is to choose your […]
Masks Remain to be Required in Health-Care Settings
Despite the mask mandate being lifted for most indoor public spaces in Ontario on March 21, 2022, all Healthcare Facilities continue to require a mask to be worn by anyone present in the facility. According to the latest COVID-19 Guidance from the Ontario Ministry of Health, our mask and COVID-19 screening policy will remain in […]
How Physiotherapy Can Help Patients With Parkinson’s Disease
What are the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease is the second most common degenerative brain disorder after Alzheimer’s Disease. The disease is related to the loss of nerve cells in the brain that produce dopamine, which potentially means a loss of balance, control of body movements, altered decision making, and mood swings. You could […]
Cupping Therapy Benefits
Cupping Therapy is a technique in which small glass cups or bamboo jars are used as suction devices and placed on the patient’s skin to help disperse and break up stagnation and congestion by drawing congested energy and blood to the surface. There are two types of cupping, dry and wet, and the therapist will […]
Frozen Shoulder Helped With Physiotherapy
What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder is a condition that develops over time and often starts with pain in the shoulder joint during basic movement; it is also diagnosed as adhesive capsulitis. Many people do not realize they have this condition because a stiff shoulder that feels tight and immobile can be mistaken as the […]