Amazingly, low back pain is the primary cause of disability worldwide. Also, low back pain is among the most common reason for visits to physicians’ offices, second only to respiratory issues, and it’s estimated that 80 percent of people will have a back problem at some point, according to the American Chiropractic Association. Low back pain can be a big … Read More
3 Tips for Stretching the Right Way
Stretching should be a part of every person’s daily routine, whether they are physically active or not. A common misconception about stretching is that it is only necessary for athletes, but this is not the case. Everyone needs to stretch their muscles on a daily basis. “Stretching is one of those activities that a lot of us associate with workouts, … Read More
5 Questions to Ask Your Physiotherapist If You Have Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, affects millions of people worldwide. In the U.S. alone, 30 million people have this condition. Usually, osteoarthritis, which is a degenerative joint disease that causes wear and tear on the joints, develops in the knees, hands, hips and spine. While osteoarthritis can negatively impact your life, it can also be successfully treated. … Read More
3 Benefits of Using a Foam Roller
Although foam rolling hasn’t been around for long, research indicates it can help improve muscle performance and range of motion and boost recovery after exercise, according to Lower Extremity Review Magazine. Over the past few years, foam rolling has become increasingly popular. This is because it is cheap, easy, and can be done without medical supervision. Have you ever used … Read More
4 Strength Training Tips for Runners
For runners, strength training is paramount to good performance. Many people mistakenly assume that runners only need to focus on cardiovascular endurance and stretching, but this is not the case. It’s equally important that they develop and maintain strong muscles. Why Runners Need to Strength Train As a runner, what would you say the key to increasing endurance is? In … Read More
4 Ways to Cope with a Hamstring Injury
A hamstring gets strained when one or more of the three muscles that make it up become overloaded. A hamstring injury can result. Such an injury may be painful and require medical attention. A hamstring injury is a common occurrence, especially among those who play sports such as soccer, basketball, and football. Also, runners and skaters are prone to hamstring … Read More
How Physiotherapy Eases Allergy Symptoms
Physiotherapy has the amazing ability to benefit a large number of people with a variety of health issues. Believe it or not, physiotherapy can treat allergy symptoms. If you have allergies that don’t seem to respond well to traditional treatments, or if you would like to learn more about a drug-free treatment for allergy symptoms, read on. Wait…Physiotherapy Treats Allergy … Read More
2 Ways to Prevent Sports Injuries: Interview with Physiotherapist Cara Goleski
Aches and pains, difficulty bouncing back from surgery, poor balance and coordination — these are just a few problems that drive individuals to a physiotherapy office. Often, people are amazed at the results they receive from this exercise-based, drug-free treatment option. In addition to treating patients with back and neck pain and many other issues, physiotherapists often treat those who … Read More
Physiotherapy: A Big Help for Headaches
Headaches and migraines affect about 15 percent of the adult population of the U.S. alone. A headache is a disorder of the nervous system and can often be treated with over-the-counter drugs like ibuprofen and acetamenofen, as well as with heating pads and ice packs. But for some people, these treatments just don’t cut it. Are OTC or prescription drugs … Read More
10 Physiotherapist-Approved Tips for Soccer Safety
Soccer is by far one of the most popular sports in the world. “(It) is the sport played most consistently around the world. It’s not sectioned off or dominated by one particular country. According to FIFA’s most recent Big Count survey, there are 265 million players actively involved in soccer around the world, roughly about 4 percent of the world’s … Read More