If you have been to a physiotherapy clinic in the last few years, then you have almost certainly witnessed, or felt first hand, the technique of foam rolling. Foam rolling is a popular technique that releases tight muscles and mobilizes the network of connective tissues. In this month’s newsletter, we discuss how foam rolling works, and how it can …
Physiotherapy deals with restoring and maintaining functional movement, reducing pain and promoting health in individuals. As physiotherapists, we treat a wide array of conditions including: Spinal pain and injuries (e.g. disc prolapse) Headaches Sports injuries (e.g. ligament tears) Fractures (e.g. broken arm) Musculoskeletal problems (e.g. carpal tunnel syndrome) Post-surgical rehabilitation (e.g. following a knee replacement) …
Allied Physiotherapy would like to remind all of our patients: If you are feeling any flu, cough or cold-like symptoms, please call your respective clinic and let them know as soon as possible If anyone in your immediate household or someone you have been in contact with is being tested for COVID-19, we ask that you …
Is your child guilty of carrying their school bag over one shoulder? Do they slouch over the desk while studying or sitting in class? Has your child been sleeping on their stomach with their head completely rotated to one side? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above your child may be paving the groundwork for future musculoskeletal problems. These …
How Does Laser Therapy Work? Laser Therapy uses light to promote healing by improving blood flow and restoring normal cell function as a means to speed up the body’s natural healing process. Laser is used in conjunction with other physiotherapy modalities such as spinal/joint mobilizations, muscle energy techniques, massage/trigger point therapy, postural education, and customized rehabilitative …
An ankle sprain occurs when the ligaments are stretched or torn and can vary in severity from a grade 1 sprain with a few torn fibres in the ligaments, to a grade 3 sprain where the ligament is completely torn. What Causes an Ankle Sprain? Trauma or sudden movements, primarily twisting/turning/rolling of the foot and ankle, are …
What are Resistance Band Exercises? Resistance bands are strips of stretchable rubber that come in a variety of resistance levels and colours. They are used to perform strengthening exercises for your muscles by providing resistance during the entire movement, causing your muscles to work both concentrically (while shortening) and eccentrically (while lengthening). When would I consider Resistance Band exercises? …
Back pain can strike at any time. You could experience discomfort following a strenuous workout, after doing yard work or even just from bending over to pick something up. Back pain can stop you in your tracks, making it impossible to do the things you want to do, but it doesn’t have to! Here are five tips your physiotherapist recommends …
Shoulder Impingement What is impingement?When the structures (muscles/tendons/bursa) around the shoulder get pinched and/or inflamed between two bony surfaces. Causes• Repetitive overuse movements e.g lifting, throwing, pushing and pulling movements• Overloading the shoulder, e.g. lifting heavy objects• Poor posture and weak shoulder, neck and back muscles• Traumatic Injury namely, motor vehicle accidents, falls and sports injuries Signs …
Common Misconceptions That Could Affect Your Speed of Recovery Did you know? Less than 10% of concussions in high school soccer were caused by ball contact with the head More than 50% of concussions are never reported Appropriate, specific and timely management of concussions can make the difference between short term symptoms with resolution and persistent symptoms …
