There is no such thing as one-size-fits-all when it comes to guiding an individual through the injury recovery process, especially when it comes to the wrist. What may work for one person and his/her wrist injury may not be as effective on another person with the same or a similar wrist injury. Educating yourself and…
In this post, we briefly trace the history of Kinesio taping from its origins almost 40 years ago. We also briefly examine the principles behind the use of traditional athletic tape, which is often an alternative treatment option for repetitive stress injuries. In the main part of this text, we then explain the way in which…
Injury setbacks are an all-too-common occurrence during the recovery process, although they happen more often to individuals who have injured a joint, especially the ankle. Ankle injuries can be varied and can range from sprains and breaks to tendinitis and ligament tears. Ankle injury setbacks are common because of the difficulty in both (a) immobilizing…
Knee braces, while appearing simple at first glance, can be complex and baffling objects to many patients upon further inspection. That’s why we’ve put together six of the most common knee brace questions that patients may ask and some straightforward advice you can give to them. What will wearing a knee brace do? All patients want…
Plantar fasciitis is the type of menacing injury that afflicts nearly a quarter of a million people in Canada every year. It strikes fear into the hearts of athletes and non-athletic individuals alike. This is because it is an example of an overuse injury and doesn’t discriminate between the overuse suffered by a runner gobbling…
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most common repetitive stress injuries afflicting the workforce. It affects around four per cent of working adults each year and the injury can not only cause discomfort and pain, but can limit mobility and severely hamper productivity. There are a number of treatment strategies, including the use…
Arthritis has become one of the most common conditions in the world and is also one of the most debilitating. In one form or another, it affects approximately 5 million Canadians, which is a prevalence rate of around 15%. The pain and immobility associated with the disease can affect any joint in the body and…
It’s the end of a sporting era. The decades-long hold that sports like hockey, soccer and basketball have had on general participation is loosening and other, more fringe sports are gaining popularity among youth, young adults and young professionals. In this post, we examine the fastest growing sports that physiotherapists need to know about and…
There’s a larger fallout from injury and ailments than simply the physical impact they have on an individual. Whether an athlete sprains an ankle or tears an ACL or a middle-aged parent seeks professional help for chronic pain, the effects of an injury can often run deeper than the source of pain; it can also…
A home injury recovery success story always requires at least two people. You can be the best physiotherapist in the world, but if your patients don’t fulfill their end of the bargain by thoroughly completing their home rehabilitation programs, the whole process is bound for failure. Patient compliance is key. Ensuring a patient is diligent…