Back Pain: Rest vs. Exercise—Finding the Right Balance
Did you know that too much rest can actually make your back pain worse? It might seem counterintuitive, but prolonged rest can lead to increased stiffness and even exacerbate back pain. When you remain inactive for too long, your muscles can become weak and tight, reducing the support your spine needs. While rest is essential […]
Physiotherapist, Robyn Eyer, Explains How to Prevent Falls, Injuries at Work and at Play
Falls are a leading cause of injury and death, particularly in seniors. When it comes to Generation X, Baby Boomers, and even Millennials, injuries often happen at work as a result of too much sitting, as well as when returning to sport before your body is prepared. Have you ever wondered how you can stay […]
When to Seek Medical Help for Back Pain
Back pain is an extremely common condition. In fact, eighty percent of people will experience back pain in their lifetime, and 70 percent of adults take anti-inflammatory medications to treat the symptoms of back pain. Read on to discover more back pain statistics, as well as to learn when to seek medical help for back […]
3 Ways Physiotherapy Benefits Pregnant Women
Physiotherapy benefits many different types of people. Some individuals assume physiotherapy is designed primarily for patients who’ve recently had surgery, but this isn’t the case. While physiotherapy can be extremely helpful pre- and post-op, it serves a wide variety of patients, including pregnant women. 3 Benefits of Physiotherapy for Pregnant Women Pregnancy can take its […]
4 Ways to Prevent Low Back Pain
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 […]
Is Hyperlordosis the Cause of Your Low Back Pain?
Low back pain. This term brings a host of negative thoughts to mind. Most of us have experienced at least minor low back pain for a short period of time as a result of a sprained or strained muscle. Others deal with chronic low back pain. Physiopedia stated, “The lifetime prevalence of low back pain […]
3 Ways Physiotherapists Ease Back Pain
“My back is killing me!” Have you ever said something like this? If so, you are part of a large community of individuals worldwide who routinely experience back pain. Whether it is chronic, acute, severe, minor, dull, or sharp, back pain puts a dent in your quality of life. But, here is some great news: […]
4 Reasons You Should Try Physiotherapy for Back Pain
“My back is killing me!” If you’ve uttered this phrase or something similar many times in your life, chances are you’ve tried lots of remedies for back pain. No doubt you’ve had your fair share of hot baths with epsom salts, taken a lot of ibuprofen, spent big bucks on a firmer mattress, and undertaken […]
Don’t Let a Backpack Cause Your Child Back Pain
Would you agree that back-to-school time is almost always hectic? Go to any superstore a few days before school resumes and you’ll find moms and dads with shopping carts filled to the brim with school supplies, lunch ingredients, clothes, and, last but not least, backpacks. Unfortunately, because there is so much to buy in preparation […]
5 Back-Saving Tips for People Who Sit at a Desk All Day
Having a desk job can be less than thrilling. Not only does such a job usually require long hours of staring into a computer screen; it also prevents movement (except, of course, typing and pushing a mouse around). This restriction of movement can eventually take its toll on a person’s back. Why Does Sitting Increase […]