Health Blog
When to See a Physiotherapist for a Sports Injury
You’re on your morning jog when you roll your ankle–and the pain and swelling aren’t going away. Or maybe you’ve noticed a persistent pain in your right knee every time you hit the gym. Maybe you’ve been dealing with elbow pain when you swing a golf club. Knowing when to see a physiotherapist for sports-related pain is key to finding a lasting solution!
Sometimes, a sports injury is obvious.
Read full blogTreating Common Sports Injuries: A Physiotherapy Guide
If you’re an athlete–or even just a physically active individual–then the last thing you want to deal with is an injury. Unfortunately, they do happen. Sports injury physiotherapy is an approach tailored to the needs of athletes, and our team will help rehabilitate (and prevent) common sports-based injuries.
The good news is that you can resolve many common sports injuries (such as ankle sprains) with physiotherapy alone–no surgery required!
Read full blogNon-Surgical Shoulder Treatment Options for Discomfort
When you’re dealing with shoulder pain, it becomes very apparent how much we use our arms and shoulders in daily life. Suddenly, simple tasks–like brushing your hair or grabbing something off a high shelf–start to feel insurmountable. Fortunately, the South Sherbrook Therapy team of physiotherapists can help you find the best non-surgical shoulder treatment program for your needs!
The first step in treating shoulder pain is understanding its causes.
Read full blogExercises to Strengthen Knees and Reduce Pain
Are you struggling with knee pain? You’re not alone. Knee pain can be a significant barrier to enjoying your favorite activities, but there’s good news. By focusing on exercises designed to strengthen knees, you can reduce pain, improve mobility, and get back to the activities you love.
At South Sherbrook Therapy in Winnipeg, our physiotherapists are dedicated to helping athletes, from elite, highly competitive to weekend warriors looking to stay in shape.
Read full blogPre-Surgical Rehab for Knee Replacement: Get a Head Start
Harry, not his real name, opted for a total knee replacement in his early 70s. He had been struggling with severe pain and limited mobility from knee osteoarthritis for the last several years, and he wanted to enjoy his golden years. He was fully prepared to put in the rehab work after his procedure, but he also wanted to get a head start with pre-hab for knee replacement.
Pre-hab is short for pre-surgical rehabilitation, a type of physiotherapy that gets you started on your rehab work before you head to the hospital for your procedure.
Read full blogPhysiotherapy for Shoulder Pain: Your Path to Relief
We recently worked with a patient–let’s call him Frank–who was dealing with persistent shoulder pain, especially when he tried to reach overhead. While the pain was only mild at first, it became more severe over time. Frustrated, Frank decided to try physiotherapy for shoulder pain.
It turned out to be the right idea. He met with the team at South Sherbrook Therapy, who evaluated his symptoms and worked with him to determine the source of his pain–In this case, he had developed tendonitis in his rotator cuff.
Read full blogUnderstanding the Causes of Shoulder Pain
We recently had a patient come to see us because she had been struggling with shoulder pain for the last few months, especially whenever she tried to reach overhead. She had ignored it at first, hoping it would go away on its own–but eventually, she realized she needed help from the South Sherbrook Therapy physiotherapists and their extensive knowledge of shoulder pain causes.
Read full blogThe Power of Physiotherapy for Knee Pain
Dealing with knee pain can be a constant struggle, affecting your daily activities and overall quality of life. Fortunately, there is hope. Physiotherapy for knee pain offers several solutions to manage and, in some cases, resolve this discomfort.
When it comes to managing knee pain, physiotherapy offers a unique benefit: it addresses the source of your discomfort rather than merely masking your symptoms. The team at South Sherbrook Therapy will always begin with a thorough assessment to pinpoint the injury or condition causing pain.
Read full blogArthritis Can Be Exhausting – Physiotherapy Can Help
Are you or a loved one living with arthritis? Are painful and achy joints holding you back from participating in the activities you love? If so, you certainly aren’t alone. Today, 6 million Canadians have arthritis– that’s 1 in 5 people!
While arthritis may pose some limitations to your daily life, there is hope for relief! A physiotherapist can help improve your symptoms of arthritis through:
- Targeted exercises
- Assistive devices
- Ergonomic modifications
- Nutritional/other lifestyle modifications
- Pain-relief modalities (such as manual therapy, ice/heat therapy, electrical stimulation, ultrasound therapy, and more)
If you or a loved one has been living with arthritis, don’t wait to find relief.
Read full blogAre You Familiar With the Health Benefits of Stretching?
Do you want to incorporate stretching into your daily routine, but are unsure where to start? Our team of physiotherapists at South Sherbrook Therapy will provide you with the most effective program that addresses your specific needs and will help you feel good again!
Stretching is one of the most commonly used methods for increasing range of motion and pain management. There are times when stretching is exactly what you need to improve, but it is far too often used ineffectively.
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