Are you one of many individuals who embark on a physiotherapy program each day? If so, congratulations are in order. You are taking steps toward a better, more active life, and that is something to celebrate. Make the Most of Your Physiotherapy Program With These 4 Tips Did you know that there are ways you can increase the gains you … Read More
3 Reasons You Should Give Physiotherapy a Try
Many people who can benefit from physiotherapy aren’t taking advantage of it. In 2011, about 12 million adults received outpatient physiotherapy services, which means “only 9.58% of the people who could have benefited from (physiotherapy) services ever received them,” wrote a contributor to Web PT. Are you part of the 90 percent of individuals who could benefit from a physiotherapist’s … Read More
6 Physiotherapy Tips for Golfers
There are about 6 million golfers in Canada. Whether these individuals play as a hobby or play professionally, they could all use some physiotherapy tips to improve their golf game and keep them injury-free. 6 Physiotherapy Tips for Golfers If you have golfed for long, you may be familiar with the back and knee pain that can result from golfing. … 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
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
How Physiotherapy Improves Incontinence
Incontinence, which refers to a loss of bladder control, affects over 3.3 million people in Canada. Incontinence is not only a life-altering problem, but it can also be embarrassing. There is no doubt that incontinence majorly interferes daily life, but there is also no doubt that there are effective treatments for this condition. That means individuals who struggle with incontinence, … Read More
3 Signs You Have a Chronic Sports Injury and Don’t Know It
Each year, thousands of Canadians are hospitalized as a result of a sports injury. Sports injuries can be devastating, especially to professional athletes or those who use sports as their primary means of stress relief. Chronic Injuries Vs. Acute Injuries Usually, an acute sports injury, such as a sprained ankle, will make itself known by causing serious pain or some … Read More
Interview with Elite Sports Injury Physiotherapy Clinics PT Lexie Flynn
Every physiotherapy clinic is unique. Elite Sports Injury Physiotherapy Clinics in Winnipeg are no exception. Each clinic has its own ‘feel’, personality, and amazing team of physiotherapists, massage therapists, and other healthcare professionals. Many Winnipeg residents have found a family at Elite Sports Injury Physiotherapy Clinics. If you are searching for a physiotherapist and live near Winnipeg, the Elite team … Read More