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02Sep 2017

Orthotics, do I need them for flat feet?

September 2, 2017 Physiomobility Foot Injury, Orthotics

According to numerous independent studies approximately only 10% of the world’s population has perfect feet. By perfect we do not mean beautiful feet that would make the cover of a fashion magazine, but feet that are perfect in structure, biomechanics and functionality. This study means that that 90% of the world’s population have feet that […]

25Aug 2017

ACL injury prevention in younger athletes

August 25, 2017 Physiomobility General, Injuries, Physiotherapy, Sports injury

ACL injuries are the most common injuries that young athletes succumb to.Not only is this injury painful but it can also hamper with the athletes’ training and growth. An ACL injury refers to the tearing of the anterior cruciate ligament and normally occurs when an athlete suddenly changes direction, stops or jumps. As a result […]

18Aug 2017

Physiotherapy for AC Joint Separation

August 18, 2017 Admin Exercise, General, Injuries, Ligament, Massage Therapy, Physiotherapy

Commonly referred to as shoulder separation, Acromioclavicular or AC joint separation is a fairly common sports injury that’s caused due when a person falls on his shoulder. In addition to this, the AC joint may suffer an injury when an individual falls with an outstretched arm and suffers damage to the ligaments in the process. […]

11Aug 2017

Dizziness is Not a Normal Part of Getting Older

August 11, 2017 Physiomobility Concussion, Dizziness and Balance, General, Physiotherapy

While dizziness affects people of all age groups, it is a more common complain among older individuals. Most commonly, being dizzy is associated with the use of different medications and age-related changes among elderly individuals. However, vertigo without an apparent reason is an alarming situation as it can be a symptom of different health-related conditions, […]

04Aug 2017

Incontinence in Female Athletes Has An Easy Solution

August 4, 2017 Admin Chiropractic, General, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Pregnancy

Until now, urinary incontinence was considered to be a problem for elderly women only. But recent research studies show that young women, who are physically active and involved in high-impact sports activities can also experience this inconvenient issue. Various surveys conducted to determine the prevalence of urinary incontinence among female athletes suggest that the problem […]

28Jul 2017

Cold Laser Therapy for Spinal Stenosis

July 28, 2017 Admin ART, Chiropractic, General, Pain Management, Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy for back pain in Don Mills

Spinal stenosis refers to narrowing of canal in the spine where the spinal cord passes through. This narrowing results in increased pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots exiting the spinal cord. While spinal stenosis mostly affects people who are older than 60, those who are young may also experience stenosis after a severe […]

21Jul 2017

Headache and Chiropractic Care

July 21, 2017 Admin Acupuncture, Chiropractic, General, Headache, Pain Management, Physiotherapy

When it comes to common health issues, there is perhaps nothing more frustrating than headache. Ranging from mild to moderate headaches to pulsating pain that leaves a person debilitated, headaches can be caused due to a number of reasons. In addition, there are four common headache types that people can experience which are listed below: Tension-type […]

07Jul 2017

Why is Core Strengthening So Important?

July 7, 2017 Physiomobility Back and Neck Injuries, Chiropractic, Exercise, General, Physiotherapy

Comprising of the muscles in your abdomen, hips, back, and chest, your core muscles not only connect your upper and lower body, but are involved in all kinds of movements you make, from mopping the floor to lifting an object to height. As a result, their strength and flexibility plays a great role in how […]

30Jun 2017

Physiotherapy for Tennis Elbow

June 30, 2017 Physiomobility ART, Physiotherapy

Characterized by pain and muscle weakness, Tennis Elbow is a musculoskeletal condition that’s caused due to strain resulting from repetitive use of the forearm extensor muscle. Physiotherapy is the first line of treatment options for tennis elbow. While athletes, particularly tennis players, are at a greater risk of developing the condition, tennis elbow can affect […]

23Jun 2017

The Role of Physiotherapist in Pregnancy and Child Birth

June 23, 2017 Physiomobility General, Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy

Pregnancy and labour significantly affects a woman’s pelvic health, making a trained pelvic health physiotherapist an integral part of any woman’s prenatal and postpartum care team. Expectant mothers, and those immediately postpartum, can benefit from a pelvic floor health assessment for common conditions such as: LOW BACK PAIN AND SCIATICA Low back pain is commonly […]