A pre-pointe assessment will look at postural alignment; hip, knee and foot control through a variety of dance specific movements; foot and ankle mobility and strength; balance and proprioception; turn out; hip and pelvic mobility and control. […]
A pre-pointe assessment will look at postural alignment; hip, knee and foot control through a variety of dance specific movements; foot and ankle mobility and strength; balance and proprioception; turn out; hip and pelvic mobility and control. […]
Gunn IMS is a needling technique that was developed by Dr. Chan Gunn for the treatment of neuropathic pain. The most common cause of pressure on nerve roots is degenerative changes in the spine. […]
Snapping hip syndrome is a condition characterized by a snapping sensation, or an audible snap or click in the hip when it moves through certain motions. The snap can be felt along the front or side of the hip, or deep within the hip joint. […]
Wrist fractures are usually casted for 6-8 weeks and then require physiotherapy, chiropractic and/or massage therapy treatment. When a joint is immobilized in a cast, there will be associated joint stiffness and muscle atrophy, tightness and weakness. […]
With so many options available choosing the best physiotherapist to fit your needs can feel like an overwhelming task. Here I have outlined a step-by-step process to help you in your search for the best physiotherapist for your injury or pain. […]
Elbow pain is a common injury that can influence your ability reach, grip, lift and load your arms. Elbows can be injured by a trauma, repetitive strain, and poor postures. […]
Treatment of hand and wrist injuries by a Physiotherapist or Chiropractor can include controlling pain with therapeutic modalities, acupuncture or dry needling, manual therapy or manipulation, strength and motor control with exercises. […]
The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) and Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) are diagnostic tools that evaluate how easily you move. The screen is a series of tests that identifies imbalances that result in a poor movement […]
If you suffer from mild to debilitating back pain and have seen a physiotherapist, I have no doubt that you have been told to strengthen your core. Some patients with peripheral injuries may have also been instructed to strengthen their core. […]
During a physiotherapy assessment nerve tension is assessed and if the test is positive by either having pain or having a difference from one side to another then often a nerve flossing exercise is prescribed. Nerves do not like to be stretched. […]