Understanding and Managing Chronic Pain with Physiotherapy
Chronic pain, a complex and often debilitating condition, affects millions of people worldwide. Per Physiopedia, Chronic pain is a leading source of human suffering and disability. Unlike acute pain, which is a natural response to injury and typically resolves once the injury heals, chronic pain persists long after the injury has healed, sometimes even without […]
The Role of Physiotherapy in Treating Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is a common vestibular disorder characterized by brief episodes of dizziness and vertigo triggered by specific head movements. It occurs when small calcium carbonate crystals within the inner ear, called otoliths, become dislodged and move into the semicircular canals. Fortunately, physiotherapy has emerged as an effective treatment option for BPPV, […]
Hamstring Strain Injury
Hamstring strain injury is a common occurrence, particularly when you are involved in sports. The hamstring (located at the back of the thigh) is made up of three muscles. The semitendinosus, semimembranosus, and biceps femoris muscles comprise the hamstring muscle group. A hamstring strain injury occurs when one or more of the hamstring muscles (or tendons) are torn […]
Plantar Fasciitis
Today we’re talking about heel pain. Experiencing heel pain that prevents you from moving around can be very disruptive to daily living. If you are experiencing pain in the bottom of your heel, it may be worth getting checked out. It could be that your plantar fascia ligament is inflamed and could be causing your […]
