How to Re-Train Your Legs If you’ve recently been injured or are looking to build up your leg muscles to increase your strength, you’ll need to train your legs. There are ways you can do this; join a gym and work with a trainer, at-home workouts, or work with a physiotherapist. Before you decide which [...]
A broken arm can sideline you for months, especially if the break affects your dominant hand. The movement and muscle groups in your arm take a backseat when you suffer an injury like a fracture. This is because the muscles and bones in our body are codependent and rely on each other to fully function. [...]
Physical therapy is a group of interventions designed to improve range of motion, strengthen muscles and joints, restore mobility and endurance and provide patients with medical-grade equipment and assistive devices. Following a serious car injury, patients work with physiotherapists to recover and learn to walk again. The journey from dealing with the immobile state that [...]
Following a car accident, you may experience a broken arm. The impact from the collision can cause your arm to bend in unnatural ways, smash into the dashboard, steering wheel or doors, or become crushed by the weight of the accident. Usually, the aforementioned events create a fracture (broken bone) that can leave you in [...]
There are many factors that can cause vehicle accidents, and the injuries sustained can range from severe to mild. No two car accidents are alike. However, the type of injuries sustained after a vehicle collision is generally similar because there’s only so much movement that the human body can do in a confined space at [...]
If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoarthritis or bunions or are recovering from an accident, you may have heard about the benefits of custom orthotics. These are devices created to align your foot and ankle in a position that is anatomically efficient so that you can move without pain. What are custom orthotics? Custom orthotics are [...]
Rehabilitation after a car accident has many steps. Depending on the severity of your accident, you could be back on your feet within six months, or it may take over a year to experience a full recovery. No matter how catastrophic your injuries are following a car accident, the benefits of anti gravity treadmills can [...]
The Best Knee Brace For Osteoarthritis All it takes is one step to cause your knee to throb. The excruciating pain that follows is unbearable. Your right knee hurts, but your left knee seems fine. You notice that your balance is off when you walk, but when you sit down the pain subsides. This is [...]
The tools used to improve athletic performance in training and rehabilitation settings are constantly evolving. New technologies help athletes achieve greater success on the playing field while recovering from any injuries. Anti-gravity treadmills give athletes an effective method for improving performance, with greater comfort, a reduced risk of injury, and improved accuracy. Use of these [...]
Some injuries that result from car accidents can be easily treated. But catastrophic injuries are another classification that requires specialized treatment and care. These injuries affect the brain, vital organs, and other critical parts of the body. Having the right physiotherapy treatments allows you to receive the care required to ensure a quick recovery from [...]
A concussion is one of the most common injuries that patients present to physiotherapists. They occur as a result of high-impact sports, workplace accidents, and falls. A concussion may result in significant damage to the brain, which can lead to other secondary health issues. Physiotherapy can help you recover from a concussion. Working with a [...]
Physiotherapy restores movement and function in the event of injury, such as a sports or work-related injuries, as well as illness and disability. It reduces pain, promotes recovery and reduces long-term damage that can result in the event of injury so that your quality of life is greatly improved. People of all ages can benefit [...]
The most recent statistics provided by Transport Canada show that 149,900 people suffered injuries due to vehicle traffic accidents in 2014 alone. It is important to recognize that even the most mild of car accidents can affect your body and as such, it is important that you always seek medical attention, even if you don’t [...]
Detox Massage therapy offers numerous benefits to people experiencing chronic health issues. It reduces muscle tension and alleviates stress. More importantly, it plays a significant role in the removal of toxins from the body’s tissues. For many people, toxicity can be problematic and lead to secondary health issues. Knowing how massage therapy: muscle toxins release [...]
Mental health issues are becoming a significant part of the global health discussion. As more people begin to understand the many types of mental health problems and their symptoms, they’re able to find the right treatment for their needs. Depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues can be addressed using a variety of tools and [...]
Physiotherapy provides many benefits to seniors. But covering the cost of physiotherapy can be difficult if you don’t have the resources to help you choose the best options for your needs. The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) offers benefits that help cover the cost of various health care services, including OHIP coverage for seniors. For [...]
Scoliosis is a common musculoskeletal issue that occurs in people of all ages. There are many factors that contribute to the development and management of scoliosis. In addition, different treatment approaches are used to help correct the issues that can result from scoliosis. But can physiotherapy treat scoliosis? Understanding scoliosis and its related health issues [...]
Seatbelts are essential to your safety when driving. Automobile injuries and deaths typically occur when drivers and passengers fail to use their seatbelts. But just wearing your seatbelt isn’t always enough to protect you. The proper use of seatbelts prevents common injuries. In some accidents, the injuries sustained by passengers may result from the seatbelt [...]
Workplace injuries are one of the biggest challenges that businesses and employees face. They can lead to permanent disability, loss of income, and even death. More importantly, workplace injuries occur in a variety of settings, including offices, warehouses, and offshore rigs. Workers need to consider the many factors that can lead to injuries in order [...]
There are many treatment tools available to help physiotherapists provide patients with relief from pain and recovery from injury. When used correctly, these can play an important role in your treatment program and enhance the results you achieve. Custom foot orthotics and custom knee braces help individuals correct issues that contribute to pain and increase [...]
