Health Blog Category: Physiotherapy
Stay in the Game: Preventing Sports Injuries with Physiotherapy
A customized prevention plan from South Sherbrook could be just what you need!
Morgan, 35, had never particularly cared for sports. But when she took a karate class at her local community center, she was hooked. She went from the occasional walk around her block to classes three days a week, plus the occasional training session at home.
But after a few months, Morgan began experiencing pain in the back of her left hamstring.
Read full blogUnlocking Movement: Improving Range of Motion with Physiotherapy in Post-Surgical Rehab
Getting back on your feet after surgery is a journey filled with small victories and milestones. One such milestone is regaining and even improving your range of motion. And who better to guide you along this path than our dedicated team of physiotherapists at South Sherbrook Therapy? Regaining your range of motion is a crucial step in Post-Surgical Rehab at a physiotherapy clinic.
After surgery, muscles and joints may get stiff, and your ability to move around freely is often restricted.
Read full blogUnlocking Movement: Improving Range of Motion with Pre-Surgical Physiotherapy
Are you facing orthopedic surgery? If so, you may be thinking mostly about the operation itself. However, preparing for your recovery starts well before the surgery date. At the heart of this preparation is a crucial element: pre-surgical physiotherapy. You can significantly improve your rehabilitation process post-surgery by taking proactive steps in improving your range of motion (ROM) at South Sherbrook Therapy in Winnipeg.
Range of motion is the full movement potential of a joint, usually its range of flexion and extension.
Read full blogFind Comfort: Managing and Relieving Back Pain with Physiotherapy
Start relieving your back pain so it doesn’t impede your overall quality of life!
Did you know back pain is one of Canada’s most common musculoskeletal conditions? Nearly 80% of adults will have at least one episode of back pain in their life, and the vast majority of those cases will be nonspecific back pain, with pain caused by injury or dysfunction rather than an underlying illness. While it can be good to know you aren’t alone in experiencing back pain, that doesn’t resolve the pain itself.
Read full blogStand Tall: Posture Correction for Shoulder Pain Relief in Physiotherapy
Practical Strategies and Techniques to Improve Posture and Alleviate Shoulder Pain
Imagine waking up every morning with a nagging pain in your shoulder. Every move you make feels like a struggle. Even the simple act of reaching up to grab something from a shelf or throwing a ball around in the park with your kids has become a daunting task. Sound familiar? This is written for you if you’d like to know how posture correction for shoulder pain could be the key to finding relief!
Read full blogSoothe and Relieve: Effective Physiotherapy Techniques for Neck and Shoulder Pain
How physiotherapy techniques can help you get rid of that stubborn pain!
Occasional pain and stiffness may be expected and nothing to worry about. However, when shoulder and neck pain becomes a daily trend that interferes with your life, it’s time to consider professional physiotherapy techniques and treatment.
While many people let their symptoms become normalized, it is possible to overcome pain and achieve a healthier, more comfortable lifestyle. Physiotherapy is a specialized treatment that can help alleviate pain and improve the function of your neck and shoulders.
Read full blogAre You Experiencing Stress-Related Headaches? PT Can Help!
Dealing with headaches on a daily basis can be extremely isolating and exhausting.
Did you know headaches are the third most common type of pain? That’s correct. Headaches are extremely common and can be debilitating, affecting a person’s quality of life.
Fortunately, long-term relief is possible with physiotherapy. A trained physiotherapist can help you get immediate relief from stress-related headaches as well as any other pain conditions or ailments that may be causing you pain.
Read full blogPrevent Common Running Injuries With Physiotherapy
Are you tired of your knee, foot, or ankle injury detracting from your enjoyment of your runs? Is your injury so severe that you can no longer run at all?
Our physiotherapists at South Sherbrook Therapy understand the importance of running for your mental and physical health. Our team employs cutting-edge treatment techniques to ensure results and keep future episodes at bay!
South Sherbrook Therapy physiotherapists are highly skilled clinicians who understand the physical demands of running.
Read full blogDo You Suffer From Any of These 3 Types of Arthritis? Consider Physiotherapy.
Arthritis is a broad term that encompasses over 100 different types of joint pain and disease. Many people believe that arthritis only affects the elderly, but this is not true.
According to Healthline, “Arthritic symptoms usually develop over time, but they can also appear suddenly.” Arthritis is most common in people over the age of 65, but it can also affect children, teenagers, and younger adults. Arthritis affects more women than men and people who are overweight.”
According to a study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, approximately 30% of male athletes who regularly participate in contact sports such as football, basketball, or soccer will develop knee and hip arthritis at some point.
Read full blogDon’t Ignore Your Back Pain; Seek Physiotherapy Assistance
The majority of people will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives. This is not to say that you should accept your pain as a normal, unavoidable part of life.
It can make it difficult to reach, lean, kneel, lift, or bend. It can also make it difficult to spend time with friends and family. Lower back pain, if left untreated, can cause long-term pain, dysfunction, and even nerve damage in some people.
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