Physiotherapy for Migraine Sufferers in Burnaby BC
We have covered the benefits of physiotherapy for headaches in the past, which you can read about here. Today’s feature, however, takes a look at migraines. How is the latter different from the former? Migraines are a more complex neurological disorder that causes intense, throbbing pain, typically affecting one side of the head around […]
Physiotherapy for Jumper’s Knee
Patellar tendinitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the patellar tendon, which is the tendon that connects the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia). We require optimally functioning patellar tendons in order to transmit the force generated by the quadriceps muscles in the front of the thigh to the tibia (when jumping, leaping, […]
Physiotherapy for Insomnia
As information grows about how physiotherapy serves public health beyond correcting lower back pain, rotator cuff injuries, and tennis elbow (et cetera), people are coming to recognize its unexpected application in helping with a number of conditions. One such condition that you have heard about, as you perform an online search for “physiotherapy for […]
Physiotherapy for Inner Knee Pain
You’ve been experiencing inner knee pain lately, which has grown from being a minor inconvenience to a more impactful impediment to sport, recreation, work, and/or daily life. While the least common of reported knee pains (when compared to the outer or central knee) the region is responsible for a number of critical functions. The […]
Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy for Flexibility
Flexibility in a physical context refers to the ability of your joints and muscles to move through their full range of motion without pain or restriction. In the most basic sense, people relate flexibility to being able to move and adjust their body in a manner that allows for enhanced performance in athletic and fitness […]
Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy for Bunions
Bunions aren’t the sexiest topic of conversation, but the Canadian Federation of Podiatric Medicine (CFPM) reports that about 6% of the population has the condition. That’s roughly 2.5 million people who experience pain, discomfort, and have issues wearing certain types of footwear because of it. For the uninitiated, a bunion is a deformity where the […]
Physiotherapy for Trigger Finger
People most often hear the two-word phrase “trigger finger” in action movies and urban music, namely in the context of it being itchy. In reality, it’s a casual term used to describe a medical condition called stenosing tenosynovitis. Stenosing tenosynovitis is evident when a finger (usually the index finger) or thumb gets stuck in […]
Physiotherapist for Posture Correction
While there is no defined data to pinpoint an exact number of Greater Vancouver residents with poor posture, it’s estimated that over 11 million Canadians (Vancouverites included) experience musculoskeletal conditions each year, many of which are related to poor posture. Poor posture can lead to a variety of physical health issues, including neck, back, […]
Physiotherapist for Jaw Pain
People suffering from chronic jaw pain generally describe feeling a dull ache, stiffness, and/or even a sharp pain. The pain is typically localized to the jaw joint, but may also radiate to the ears and neck. Accompanying pain, may be a clicking or popping sensation that may also feature grating sounds (audible internally) when eating, speaking, or […]
Why Do My Hands Cramp When I Lift Weights?
You pride yourself in dedication to fitness and time spent in the gym. However, something is getting in the way of your progression lately – you have noticed that you’re experiencing hand cramps when lifting weights (free weights and/or cable). Not only does it prevent you from moving up in weight and reaping the […]