Lillian Dang

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Lillian Dang

Physiotherapist - Stony Plain

FROM THE BLOG

Why Back Muscle Pain Can Feel Worse Before It Gets Better: Understanding the Non-Linear Healing Process

TL;DR Back muscle pain often increases before improving due to biological housekeeping – a natural process where dormant muscles awaken and old adhesions break down, causing temporary inflammation. This non-linear healing pattern signals active recovery, not treatment failure, and movement-based physiotherapy helps guide steady progress through these fluctuations. ──────────────────────────────────────────────── If you’ve been dealing with back

Why Gentle Mobility is Better Than Aggressive Stretching in Early Frozen Shoulder Inflammation

TL;DR During early frozen shoulder inflammation, gentle pain-free mobility exercises support healing while aggressive stretching triggers protective muscle guarding and worsens inflammation. Your body’s pain signals exist to protect injured tissue, and respecting these limits prevents your shoulder from locking down further during recovery. ─────────────────────────────────────────── Understanding Frozen Shoulder and Its Inflammatory Phase Frozen shoulder, medically

How Stiff Ribs, Restricted Neck, and Dormant Hips Can Lead to Shoulder Pain Explained

TL;DR Your persistent shoulder pain might stem from stiff ribs, restricted neck movement, or dormant hips forcing your shoulder to overcompensate through the kinetic chain. When these connected body parts lose mobility or strength, your shoulder joint works overtime to maintain function, leading to pain, tension, and overuse symptoms. Addressing whole-body movement patterns, not just