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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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Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar FasciitisWhat is it and how to get rid of it? If you have ever had pain on the bottom of your feet when putting weight on your feet, you may have plantar fasciitis. In this article, we will talk about what plantar fasciitis is and how to treat it. Plantar...
5 Common Conditions Massage Therapy Can Treat
5 Common Conditions Massage Therapy Can Treat Massage therapy involves applying pressure to the body in a variety of ways tohelp ease; stress, anxiety, promote relaxation, pain, tight muscles, muscle strains,reduce blood pressure, reduce heart rate, and increase...
What is Tennis Elbow?
What is Tennis Elbow?Do you have a very physical or repetitive job? Something like general labourer, carpentry, mechanic. Or, computer work, hair dresser, cashier. You may have experienced pain on the outside of your elbow when performing repetitive or prolonged...
What is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative disease that affects major joints like the hip, knees,shoulders, and hands. It is very common, so much so that you probably know several people who suffer with it. There are several components of a joint. It is made up of 2...
10 Common Problems Physiotherapists Can Help With
You might think physiotherapy is only something for elite athletes or people with broken bones, but physiotherapy can help with so much more. From sprained ankles to dizziness to sore jaws—there are many common conditions that a physiotherapist can help you recover...
Meet – Jordan
Meet Jordan! Jordan is our local physiotherapist aide. Hey! I’m Jordan! I was born and raised in Prince George and graduated from D.P. Todd secondary school. Outside of the clinic you can find me biking/skiing the trails over BC, the gym and at the track coaching...