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Our therapists are passionate with what they do and have noticed some common questions and topics that often come up for patients. We decided to create some articles outlining everything from BPPV, concussion, hip and knee osteoarthritis, and rotator cuff injuries to name a few.
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Gardening Enthusiasts: Pain-Free Tips from Physiotherapy
As the summer sun beckons us outdoors, gardening enthusiasts everywhere are eager to dig into their beloved green spaces. While gardening is a rewarding and therapeutic activity, it can also pose risks of strains and injuries, particularly to the back, knees, and...
Carly | Jul 16, 2024 | 0 Comments
Hiking in Prince George: Physiotherapy Tips
As the summer sun beckons us outdoors, gardening enthusiasts everywhere are eager to dig into their beloved green spaces. While gardening is a rewarding and therapeutic activity, it can also pose risks of strains and injuries, particularly to the back, knees, and...
Carly | Jun 13, 2024 | 0 Comments
Concussion Signs Symptoms and How Physiotherapy Can Help
Signs, Symptoms, and How Physiotherapy Can Help Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a sudden acceleration/deceleration of the head, neck, or body which results in forces transmitting the the brain. A concussion can occur without a direct blow...
Carly | May 21, 2024 | 0 Comments
Understanding TMJ Dysfunctions
Anatomy, Treatments, and Physiotherapy Insights Introduction: In this blog post, we will delve into the anatomy of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). One of the most used, yet ignored joints in the body. Clinicians don’t regularly evaluate the TMJ since it is often...
Carly | Apr 17, 2024 | 0 Comments
The Physiotherapist’s Guide to Acupuncture: A Holistic Approach to Pain Relief and Wellness
What is Acupuncture, and how does it work?Acupuncture is based on a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involvesthe insertion of thin needles into various parts of the body following meridians orenergy flows throughout the body. Acupuncture is used to...
Carly | Feb 12, 2024 | 0 Comments
All About Scoliosis
Have you ever noticed one of your hips sits higher? Or one shoulder seem elevated? Or perhaps a crease or fold in your waist that you do not notice on the other side? You may have a common condition called scoliosis. In most cases, this does not cause any major...
Carly | Dec 18, 2023 | 0 Comments
