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Participation in sports can be hard on the body. Sports that involve jumping, landing, cutting, and pivoting places large amounts of stress on the legs, especially on the tendon that runs from the kneecap to the shinbone. This tendon is known as the “patellar tendon”. Many athletes will report pain right below their kneecap, which

Having pain around the outside of your elbow? It’s possible that you might have tennis elbow. What’s that? You don’t play tennis? It’s very common for this to occur even in people who don’t play tennis, or any other sport for that matter. It can be caused by any repetitive movement requiring an extension of

Electrotherapy is the utilization of electrical energy as a clinical treatment. In the medical field, electrotherapy can apply to an assortment of medicines, including electrical devices or stimulators. The phrase has an odd stigma due to the misuse of practices associated with electric shock therapy.

What Are Hip Flexors? Your hip flexors are a muscle group comprised of several muscles that cross the front of the hip. They are engaged when you bring your knee up towards your torso. Although there are numerous muscles that contribute to this movement, the ones shown in anatomy photo below are the main movers.

Have you ever heard the term “shockwave therapy” and wondered if it would be the right treatment for you? But what is shockwave therapy anyway? The name makes it sound daunting, but this treatment method can be very safe and effective for many injuries! Our Physiotherapists are trained to provide shockwave therapy!   What is

Do you experience heel pain and stiffness along the arch of your foot? You may be familiar with the term “Plantar Fasciitis”, which is now called “Plantar Fasciopathy”, but what does this condition really mean? Heel pain can be frustrating, as it tends to interfere with daily activities such as walking. With early recognition and

Do you often find yourself having tight muscles that cause you pain or discomfort? Has anyone ever suggested IMS/dry needling for you, but you weren’t sure how it could help with your pain? The IMS/dry needling technique is widely used in physio today and can be extremely effective for many different musculoskeletal conditions! What is

Headaches are annoying, luckily our experienced physiotherapists are here to help! Whether you’re getting headaches in the morning, throughout the day, or right before bedtime, it can be distressing and debilitating. Did you know that approximately 75% of the adult population has had at least one headache within the last year? That’s a lot of

A lot of people looking for a holistic approach to healthcare prefer physiotherapy. Physiotherapists not only help people prevent disease and manage pain but also promote a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages. The treatment isn’t just about fixing joints when they go wrong but also about helping you achieve your potential in life.

What are a few reasons behind neck and back pain or discomfort? Our blog has covered the topic in detail.