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As Physiotherapists, RMT’s, Chiropodists and Yoga Therapists we see many people who have osteoarthritis. We may or may not be treating them for issues directly related to the arthritis. What is Osteoarthritis? There are many different types of arthritis. Some affect the joints, some affect the tendons, muscles and ligaments. … Continue reading Osteoarthritis & Physiotherapy
Read more“We”, in the physiotherapy field speak often about pre-habilitation. However we still see people after the procedures they have had, not necessarily while they wait for them. With people waiting longer to see specialists it is not as commonly known as it should be that Physiotherapists are “direct access”. This … Continue reading PRE-hab- What is it?
Read moreSo many of us like to play sports into our adulthood. This is for many reasons; to stay fit, be social and simply because we love the sport! Our intensity may change depending on what we’re doing the next day. I’m sure the thought that “I have to work tomorrow!” … Continue reading Injury in Adult Recreational Sports -when to see a Physio or RMT?
Read moreYou look down at your feet in the spring / summer and you notice areas that may not be smooth. You’re wanting to wear sandals so you just go for a pedicure. You don’t know where to start Did you know that Chiropodists treat a variety of foot and toenail … Continue reading Chiropodist Callus Treatment
Read moreMany people associate custom orthotics for foot pain only. It is true that orthotics are helpful for foot pain associated with plantar fasciitis, Morton’s neuroma, rheumatoid arthritis and arthritis in the feet and toes. Having proper custom orthotics can also help with joint pain in the knee and hips. The … Continue reading Knee Pain and Orthotics – From an Oakville Chiropodist
Read moreOakville’s Palermo Physiotherapy and Wellness is excited to welcome Physio Kirsten to the team! Like many Physiotherapists Kirsten has her undergraduate degree as a Bachelor of Science Kinesiology. She attended McMaster University to complete her Kinesiology degree and later received her Master’s in Physical therapy from U of T. Kirsten … Continue reading Welcome Physio Kirsten!
Read moreWhen someone has a Physiotherapy appointment after a sudden knee injury and knee pain the physio will perform a thorough assessment. This assessment, based on the presenting symptoms will help the physio in guiding the treatment plan. Some referring practitioners will advise patients to wait to begin physio after a … Continue reading Knee Pain – Meniscus Tears
Read moreWhen people think of foot pain especially foot pain that is located on the bottom of the foot, the mind often goes right to plantar fasciitis. While some pain located on the plantar surface, or bottom, of the foot is plantar fasciitis, there are many other things that can be … Continue reading Foot Pain – What is Mortons Neuroma? – From an Oakville Chiropodist
Read moreAn ingrown toenail is a common problem we see and treat in our North Oakville foot clinic. It is a condition where the toenail grows into the tissue / skin surrounding the toenail. Ingrown toenails most commonly happen with the bog toe BUT it can happen in any toe. How … Continue reading Is my Toenail Ingrown?
Read moreAs a Senior PT at or North Oakville clinic, Nada has been a practicing physiotherapist for 10 years after having graduated from McMaster University with her MScPT in 2012. Prior to becoming a physiotherapist, she completed her Bachelor of Science degree also at McMaster. Nada believes in continuing education and … Continue reading Oakville Physio Nada – Team Tuesday at Palermo Physio and Wellness
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