More than 80% of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetime. For many people, the pain is acute, lasting only a few days or weeks. For others, it is chronic, lasting for months or even years. Low back pain can be caused by a number of things, including muscle strain, poor …
Physiotherapy is one of the most important components of rehabilitation. If you have been in an accident, or are suffering from a long-term injury, Physiotherapy can help get you back to your pre-injury function. In this blog post, we will discuss everything you need to know about Physiotherapy: what it is, how it works, and …
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What should you do when you’re involved in a car accident? Stop at the scene, assess your injuries and determine if you require emergency medical assistance and care Be careful of the traffic when walking around the accident area, to assess the damage Make note of the scene, take photos of the vehicles involved and the …
Many serious types of injuries can result from ICBC motor vehicle accidents. The injuries sustained can range from mild to serious depending on the severity of the collision. In truth, many patients require physiotherapy treatment after an accident since the initial care, namely pain killers and anti-inflammatories are frequently insufficient to ensure adequate healing, range …
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If you have been in a motor vehicle accident, you may need physiotherapy medical care treatment. Enhanced Accident Benefits provided by ICBC will help you access the services that you require free of charge on approved claims, to help you recover from your injuries, no matter who is responsible for the accident. Seeing your ICBC …
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Has this ever been you? You are at work, trying to ignore the tingling and numbness in your hand and wrist that has been persistent for the past few weeks, maybe even months. Suddenly, you experience a sharp piercing pain that travels from your fingers through to your wrist and up into your arm, ouch! If …
What is Core Stability? The core is made up of a group of 4 muscles: Transversus Abdominis, Multifidus, Diaphragm and the Pelvic Floor. These muscles work like a corset to stabilize the joints of the spine and pelvis in preparation for movement or loading. They do this by increasing the tension in the connective tissue/fascia and by increasing the abdominal pressure. Core muscles are intended to work at …
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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 …
If pain relief, return to exercise or upping your sporting preparation is on your list, remember how physiotherapy can help. Here are some common myths busted… Does Physiotherapy Just Mean Exercise?No, treatment includes exercises of various types to promote flexibility and strength. But it also includes hands on treatment to promote healing and education on necessary …
It is estimated that 75% of the working population will experience neck or back pain during their career. Today we will learn how the neck works, why these injuries happen and how physiotherapy can help treat neck injuries. Understanding your neck Your neck is the upper part of your spine known as the cervical spine. It is comprised …
