How Physical Therapy Boosts Mental Health
The ultimate goal of physical therapy is to be able to help a person move and perform daily tasks without experiencing pain. When we have limited movement, experience frequent pain, or suffer…
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An Introduction To Sports Therapy
When we hear the term “sports therapy” we might think it only applies to professional athletes. In reality, sports therapy is an integrated discipline provided by professional therapists. It gained recognition over…
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What Happens to a Body When You Sit for Hours on End
Ever wondered what those long hours sitting in front of the computer at work all day does to our bodies? Here are nine consequences that can result from this sedentary position: 1….
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Foods That Could Cause Gout and Resulting Pain
Gout is a type of arthritis that causes individuals severe pain, redness, and tenderness in affected joints. This inflammatory disease commonly develops in individuals who have high levels of uric acid in…
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Using the “Pain Scale” during Physiotherapy
Understand the Pain Scale Many people are asked to explain the pain they are experiencing when they see the doctor. Pain is a subjective feeling and varies from patient to patient. This…
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Time to Throw out These Four Exercise Myths
Beginning a new exercise regimen, or stepping up an existing one, can be a daunting task. However, if you’re holding onto myths about physical fitness, it might be time to re-examine your…
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Prohibit Sports Injuries with Prevention
Sports are a great way to stay active, relieve stress, and be fit. Thanks to sports, many of us are becoming stronger and living healthier lives. Though playing sports has a host…
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Bad Posture Habits = Spinal Pressure
Most of us don’t understand the damage bad posture can do to our bodies over time. It puts unnecessary stress on our spines and necks, resulting in extreme pain. Improving posture doesn’t…
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Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: How to Stop the Pain
Tarsal Tunnel syndrome (or Posterior Tibial Nerve Entrapment) could basically be described as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in the foot. This syndrome results from compression of the tibial nerve (an extension of the…
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Causes for Hip Pain and How Physiotherapy Can Help
Hip pain can be draining and make doing everyday things more difficult. Here are some causes of hip pain and how a physiotherapist can help alleviate that pain and increased mobility. TOP…
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