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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?
Read moreA 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?
Read moreAn 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
Read moreAcupuncture 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
Read moreChances are, if you’ve had back pain or leg pain, you’ve heard the term Sciatica. So what is it? Sciatica refers to an injury to or compression of the Sciatic Nerve. This is a very large nerve that originates in the lower back and runs down the back of each … Continue reading Is it Sciatica?
Read moreWith our world becoming more and more tech-driven and everyone spending more time on screens, we see lots of people with neck injuries in our Oakville clinic. Muscle Strains Strains of the muscles of the neck can be caused simply by overuse of the neck muscles – like sitting at … Continue reading A Physiotherapist’s Guide to Neck Injuries
Read moreHips 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 Three Common Hip Injuries from Everyday Use
Read moreOne of the most common areas of injuries we see at our clinic is the shoulder. The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints of the body but as such, it’s also very complex. Though a lot of shoulder issues present similarly, there are a few differences we can … Continue reading Are You Struggling with Shoulder Pain?
Read moreTendons, bones, muscles, nerves, ligaments, cartilage…. There are so many terms and word to sort through when it comes to our bodies. Skeletal muscles are contractile. They contract and shorten to produce movement. They contract to hold and joint in place. They lengthen under force as well eccentrically (picture lowering … Continue reading What is your Achilles Tendon?
Read moreThis past long weekend marks 8 years since we opened the doors at North Oakville’s Palermo Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre! Some of you may remember walking through the hallways of the brand new medical building in which our clinic is located, when there was no carpet and other units were … Continue reading Thank you for 8 Years!
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