Empower Your Mind and Body: Celebrating Brain Awareness Week 2024

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Welcome to Brain Awareness Week 2024, a time dedicated to celebrating the incredible complexity and resilience of the human brain. As we embark on this annual global initiative, we not only celebrate the power of our minds but also recognize the critical role that physiotherapy plays in supporting brain health … Continue reading Empower Your Mind and Body: Celebrating Brain Awareness Week 2024


3 Common Hip Injuries from Everyday Use

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Hips may not always get as much attention as knees, but their proper function is just as important for daily movement and routine tasks. When your hip is injured it can be quite frustrating as it may keep you from enjoying and participating in your regular activities. Here is an … Continue reading 3 Common Hip Injuries from Everyday Use


The Healing Touch: The Role of Physiotherapy in Sports Injury Management

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February 22 marks the “Recreational Sports & Fitness Day” day, dedicated to promoting physical activity, health, and wellness through recreational sports and fitness activities. This day encourages people of all ages to engage in sports and fitness-related activities for fun, enjoyment, and the overall well-being of individuals. When it comes … Continue reading The Healing Touch: The Role of Physiotherapy in Sports Injury Management


Growing Pains in Children – Should You See a Physiotherapist?

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School has officially begun for the year and with that comes an increase in activity levels for many children. As the fall and winter season approaches, many kids will participate in school sports as well as extra-curricular organized sports and activities. This ramp-up in exercise levels can sometimes lead to … Continue reading Growing Pains in Children – Should You See a Physiotherapist?


What Happens When You Have A Body Part That Is Immobilized?

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Maybe you are healing from a fractured wrist and have it in a cast. Maybe you are recovering from knee surgery and have a brace on. Maybe you have a torn Achilles and have a boot on. Maybe you dislocated your shoulder and have it in a sling. Or maybe … Continue reading What Happens When You Have A Body Part That Is Immobilized?


Muscle Contusions-Can Physiotherapy Help?

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Are you familiar with the term contusion? A contusion is the medical term for a bruise. Muscle contusions are a result of direct impact or trauma to the area. The most common sites for this to occur are the thighs, knees, arms, or calves. This direct impact leads to muscle … Continue reading Muscle Contusions-Can Physiotherapy Help?


What is a Concussion and How Can Physio Help?

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A concussion is a traumatic brain injury. It can be caused by: Diagnosing a Concussion… Signs (observable by others): Symptoms (reported by the patient): Signs and symptoms might not be immediately apparent. They may appear hours or days after the injury. Therefore, it’s important to keep checking in after a … Continue reading What is a Concussion and How Can Physio Help?


“It’s Just A Sprain” – The Importance Of Physio For Ankle Sprains

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An ankle sprain is a common musculoskeletal injury caused by a tear or damage to one of the ligaments surrounding the ankle joint. It is frequently the outcome of an event, such as a sports contact, a trip, or a misstep while walking. It can affect people of all ages and … Continue reading “It’s Just A Sprain” – The Importance Of Physio For Ankle Sprains


Balancing the Body’s Harmony: The Ancient Art and Modern Science of Acupuncture

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Acupuncture is becoming increasingly popular, yet many people remain reluctant to use it as a form of treatment. So, what exactly is it, and how can it help you? We answer these and more below! What Is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is a therapeutic technique of inserting fine, one-time-use pre-sterilized needles into very … Continue reading Balancing the Body’s Harmony: The Ancient Art and Modern Science of Acupuncture