Health Blog Category: opioids
Physiotherapy Can Help You Stop Using Opioids for Good.
If you’ve been suffering from severe pain for a long time and have found little to no relief from over-the-counter pain relievers, your doctor may want to prescribe opioids to control the pain.
However, as tempting as it may be to numb yourself with these powerful drugs, you are better off declining the offer. Opioid medications can cause significant problems in your life while not addressing the source of your pain.
As a result, the CDC advises patients to seek pain relief through physiotherapy instead.
Read full blogSpeed Up Recovery with Physiotherapy Before and After Surgery
Regardless of what angle you’re looking at it from, surgery can be a pretty unpleasant, traumatic ordeal for the body to go through. It’s usually reserved for situations where there are no other options. If surgery is a must, you may have already scheduled a post-operative physiotherapy visit with your doctor.
It is incredibly normal (and highly recommended!) to see a physiotherapist during rehabilitation. Without the aid of a physiotherapist, it can be impossible to get back up and move on your own.
Read full blogSciatica Pain Got You Down? Physiotherapy Could Provide Relief
Muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves form a complicated network in our bodies. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the human body. It runs from the lumbar spine to the buttocks region, and it can cause a slew of problems if you put too much pressure on it.
Sciatica, commonly known as “lumbar radiculopathy,” is a painful ailment caused by sciatic nerve irritation. The lumbar region and behind the thigh are prominent locations for this type of pain.
Read full blogPhysiotherapy For Ankle Sprains and Strains
If you’re experiencing persistent ankle pain, there’s a good possibility you’ve sustained a strain or sprain. Although these two names are sometimes used interchangeably, there is a significant difference between them.
The good news is that help is offered to you through physiotherapy at South Sherbrook Therapy in Winnipeg. To learn more about the natural and effective treatment of pain and prevention of sprains and strains through physiotherapy, please call our office today.
Read full blogPhysiotherapy Can Put An End To Living In Pain
Finally Find the Relief You’ve Been Looking For
Have you suffered from sports injuries or a traffic accident recently? If you have, chances are you’re still struggling with the consequences.
It’s time for a shift if you are dealing with acute or chronic pain and have yet to find relief.
To learn more about how our certified physiotherapists will get you on the road to a pain-free life, contact our office today.
Read full blogLiving the Persistent Back Pain Blues? Try Changing Your Posture!
Improve Your Posture and Relieve Your Pain with Physiotherapy!
Most people are unable to sit and stand up straight. As adolescents, many of us can recall our parents and teachers telling us that good posture was the secret to good health later in life!
We all rolled our eyes back then, as this demand seemed irritating. However, we know that good posture goes beyond looks and confidence as we grow older.
Read full blogAre You An Athlete? Discover These 5 Benefits of Therapeutic Massage
Relieve Your Pain and Improve Your Performance Today!
When you’re an athlete, it comes as no surprise to you that if you want to continue playing the game you enjoy, it is important to preserve optimal health.
Seeing a physiotherapist is a big factor in this, particularly if you have been injured and are in the healing process. Effective courses of treatment after injury includes targeted therapeutic massage.
Read full blogAre You Experiencing Both Back AND Neck Pain? PT May Be Able To Help
Relieve Your Pain with the Help of Physiotherapy!
Back and neck pain are very common problems that many people deal with throughout the course of their lives.
Unfortunately, it’s not always a straightforward job to locate the exact cause of the pain you experience in your neck or back. Pain can also spread to your arms, legs, and head.
Fortunately, physiotherapy may be able to help.
Read full blogImprove Your Balance Today with Core Strengthening Exercises
Become Steady on Your Feet with the Help of Physiotherapy!
Did you know that strengthening your core muscles is related to the development of better balance? It’s true!
When your core muscles are good, they have a better chance of stopping you from suffering chronic lower back pain and other injuries.
They can even stop you from losing your balance or falling over. A strong core helps hold you in an upright position, particularly as you get older and become more at risk of falling and injuring yourself.
Read full blogReady to Gain More Energy and Say Goodbye to Pain?
Better Your Health with These 5 Tips!
If you have recently been dealing with pain and are searching for lasting relief, our physiotherapists are here for you. With a personalized physiotherapy plan, you can discover highly efficient ways to treat your pain and improve your overall energy levels.
Our physiotherapists have the experience to help you actually live a pain-free life. Please contact our office today to learn more and arrange your first appointment with us!
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