ShockWave Therapy in the Treatment of Rotator Cuff A rotator cuff is a group of tendons and muscles that surround the shoulder joint. The muscle and tendons are tasked with keeping the upper bone of your arm within the shoulder…
10 Tips for Raking Leaves Pain FreeDuring the fall season, there are heaps of dead leaves shed from trees and other plants on the backyards or field. The leaves create a mess that calls for yard work. Raking leaves is…
Sports injuries occur when you engage in sports. Depending on their severity, they may sideline you from sports for a short or prolonged period of time. People engage in sports for various reasons. While some do it for fun and…
Frozen shoulder, also referred to as adhesive capsulitis, is a painful condition which causes stiffness and a limited range of motion in the shoulder. Shoulder pain from this condition can be caused by an injury due to overuse of the…
Back, neck, and shoulder pain are a common ailment in modern society. Driving is one of those times when pain can flare up. It may seem like we’ve got it made since we’re not walking or riding a horse and…
Get back in the Game: Treating Tennis Elbow with Physiotherapy Despite the connotation to Tennis, many common physical activities can lead to what medical professionals call “lateral epicondylitis,” or tennis elbow. The condition is felt as a sharp or recurring…
Physiotherapy for Arthritis Arthritis is a disorder characterized by inflammation of the joint. Symptoms include joint pain and stiffening of the joints. The two major Arthritis types include Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis Arthritis. Rheumatoid Arthritis induces the immune system to…
Both physiotherapists and personal trainers work to build up the strength and fitness of their patients and clients. However, physiotherapists and personal trainers have differences in terms of education, area of practice, and overall health care focus. Read on to…
What are the Risks of Falling? The risk of falling is a common problem for older people that can have serious implications. As we age, important senses like balance and eyesight get worse. Reaction time is lessened and so avoiding…