Tips & advice
Welcome to our blog. Please subscribe to get free health news, tips and advice in your inbox.
Muscular injuries
In athletes and sports enthusiasts, muscular injuries may stem from a variety of reasons including: Direct blow or trauma (contusion injury) such as being hit with a hockey stick or kicked during sport. Sudden forceful contraction or stretch such as...
Read moreLumbar spine sprains and strains
The spine is made up of a network of structures: the vertebrae, discs, ligaments, muscles and nerves. The lumbar spine (lower back) withstands the greatest amount of strain during movement and because the ligaments of the lumbar spine are inherently...
Read moreIliotibial band friction syndrome (Runner’s knee)
The Iliotibial (IT) band is the thick sheath of connective tissue that runs from the pelvis to along the outside of the thigh and attaches to the top of the shinbone(tibia). It acts to extend (straighten) the leg and abduct...
Read morePost-fracture rehabilitation
Fractures are common among athletes, children and the elderly, but anyone can suffer from a fracture. Many people think a fracture is not a serious condition. However a fracture is a broken bone, and as such it requires emergency attention....
Read moreMotor vehicle accident rehabilitation
We see many patients who have been involved in motor vehicle accidents. We treat patients who have suffered whiplash injuries and provide rehabilitation following fractures and major trauma. Physiotherapy is involved in all phases of rehabilitation, from the acute stage...
Read more