Tag: hip
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
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 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 moreWth spring clean up and planting coming up many people feel it in their bodies. Recovery is just as important as the work. Our Oakville Physiotherapists treat sore backs, knees, hips and shoulders often after a marathon gardening session. You may not realize how many repetitions you have done and … Continue reading Feeling Sore from Gardening? Tips to Recover Well!
Read morePicture your child having kids. What kind of grandparent do you want to be? Did you have a vibrant fun grandparent in your life? Do you picture yourself wanting to play at the park or on the floor with your grandchild(ren)? Do you see yourself during visits carrying your grandchild … Continue reading What “kind” of grandparent are you or do you envision yourself being?- from an Oakville Physio
Read moreIt’s hard to think that golf season may be just around the corner when you go outside today. It’s COLD in North Oakville and Halton and we still have ton of snow on the ground. BUT Spring really is just around the corner. Often when seasons change and the weather … Continue reading Golf Prehab – Palermo Physio and Wellness
Read moreDuring and after pregnancy many women notice changes in their feet. No, this is not your imagination. Pregnancy has been shown to be associated with permanent foot changes. The arch drops, and there is a loss in rigidity. There is a also an increase in foot length. In a nutshell … Continue reading What’s happening with my feet after pregnancy?
Read moreIn Canada, hip dysplasia is often identified early. The hips of infants are assessed in well baby checks. If there is an issue detected, imaging may confirm and early treatment can begin. Hip dysplasia can sometimes be missed and identified later in life. This may be in children who limp … Continue reading Hip Dysplasia in Adults
Read moreWhen we think about being healthy, we often consider our diets and activity level. However, sleep is an important component for our overall health and well-being. We see many people (currently over video chats / physio appointments) who have had their sleep disrupted by pain. Pain may stop a person … Continue reading The Importance of Sleep
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