Your shoulder is subjected to a lot of movement, stress and strain every day. It is composed of a complex network of muscles, ligaments and tendons, with the rotator cuff actively involved in much of the movement and exertion. The shoulder is by far the most flexible joint in your body, but it is also [...]
Posture refers to the upright position of your body against gravity while sitting, standing or lying down. Good posture means training your body to sit, stand, walk and lie down in such a way that there is least strain on muscles and ligaments. Why is good posture important? Consider the following reasons: Helps you keep [...]
What is Sciatica? Sciatica is a medical condition characterized by pain in the lower back that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, the largest and longest spinal nerve in the human body. It originates in the lumbar spine and courses down the buttocks, the back of the thigh, and the back of the [...]
Hip pain can be caused by several factors. There are instances when diseases that affect the hip joint cause pain in the said area. Depending on the cause, the pain may present itself
The most common daily activities, from bending down to climbing stairs, walking from your vehicle to the office, or simply getting out of bed can become difficult when you’re dealing with knee pain
Hip pain can be caused by several factors. There are instances when diseases that affect the hip joint cause pain in the said area. Depending on the cause, the pain may present itself while walking, running, or engaging in other physical activities. Some of the most common symptoms include the following: Joint pain Groin pain [...]
A chiropractic adjustment also referred to as chiropractic manipulation, is a holistic, non-invasive therapeutic treatment where in trained medical practitioners use their hands to apply a sudden, controlled thrust to a joint in the spinal column. This manual manipulation is done in order to reduce joint, improve abnormal movement patterns, increase the range of motion, [...]
Have you ever noticed a weird looking hump at the back of your neck or of a loved one and marveled what it was? The mysterious hump is one of the most common postural deformities affecting women. This rounding at the point where the neck meets the upper back is called Dowager’s Hump, also known [...]
Chiropractic treatment is a non-invasive form of therapy that helps patients suffering from connective tissue, muscle and bone related pain. In most cases, it provides better results when used in conjunction with traditional medicine. Back pain is usually the result of misalignment in the musculoskeletal structure of the body, particularly the spine. Chiropractic treatment for [...]
Whether you are a recreational player or a professional athlete, you’re certainly passionate about your sport. Life simply won’t be the same without it, but there are instances when injuries do occur. It is here where sports injury physiotherapy comes into play and becomes an integral part to a full and speedy recovery. What is [...]