Why See a Physiotherapist Before Running in the Winter
Winter season is upon us in the BC Lower Mainland. While we’re blessed with relatively mild-to-moderate weather through the season, the colder temperatures most certainly impact our bodies. This is especially true for those who enjoy activities in the great outdoors. One such activity that is preferred by many Vancouverites (Burnaby residents included) is running. […]
Unlocking the Benefits of Running Assessment by a Physiotherapist
Running is more than just a form of exercise; it’s a way of life for many. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a casual jogger, the physical demands of running can sometimes lead to pain, injuries, and decreased performance. This is where the expertise of a physiotherapist with advanced training in running assessment and treatment […]
Zombie Injuries That Physiotherapy Can Help You With
At press, Halloween is just a few days away, which means that there will be all sorts of creatures, critters, demons, monsters, and armies of the undead roaming the streets. Unfortunately, some of you will get bitten by the latter, which can really put a damper on the rest of the year (or life in […]
Tingling Sensation? See a Physiotherapist Right Away
Are you experiencing a tingling sensation in one or more places in your body with or without being able to connect the dots to a specific acute event that may have caused it? If so, we recommend seeing a physiotherapist (and perhaps a physician) right away. Here’s why. Why See a Physiotherapist as Soon as […]
Physical Therapy for Guitar Players
Earlier in the year, Absolute PhysioCare published an article about the benefits of physical therapy for musicians of all types. After receiving a positive response from readers (who are musicians) we became highly motivated to do follow-up articles on behalf of the individual types of musicians. In today’s feature we focus on professional guitarists. They […]
Can Physiotherapy Play a Role in Arthritis Prevention?
It is already understood (and backed by research) that physiotherapy can be effective in treating arthritis. Interventions such as k-taping can be helpful in managing the swelling and tenderness of joints, while physio-clinic prescribed acupuncture and IMS among other treatments can help depending upon how mild to severe symptoms are. However, in our recent Physiotherapy in […]
Physical Therapy for Drummers
We recently shared an article regarding the benefits of physical therapy for musicians of all types. After putting that resource together, we couldn’t help but do a follow-up on behalf of drummers. They (you) undertake a full body workout upon each and every performance. At times, these performances are outright aggressive and can be more […]
Physical Therapy for Musicians
According to the Canada Council for the Arts, there are an estimated 35,000 career musicians across the country. A large number of them are situated here in the Greater Vancouver BC area, which calls upon their (your) skills for performances on the stage, for film productions, and in the commercial sector. As someone who enjoys […]
Physiotherapy for Obesity
According to Stats Canada, nearly 27% of adult Canadians are classified as obese. If you’re among this population of about 7.3 million, you understand the chronic pain that comes with being significantly overweight. For instance, one of the primary risk factors for developing lower back pain and neck pain is obesity. The good news, is […]
Physiotherapy for Leg Pain
According to the most recent Canadian Pain Task Force Report, at least 21% of Canadians live with chronic pain. The back and legs are the most common focal points of this pain. We have covered back pain extensively here on our blog, so today we want to divert your attention to the pair of appendages […]