The hamstring is a group of three muscles in the back of the thigh that run from the hip to the knee. You use these muscles for walking, running, and jumping. They extend the hip and flex the knee at the beginning of each step. Unfortunately, the hamstring is prone to injury, specifically among those [...]
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that results when the brain is rapidly shaken inside the skull. The abrupt and forceful movement can damage the blood vessels in the brain or cause injury to the brain itself. This potentially devastating condition is common in car accidents and in sports, particularly in [...]
It's that time of the year again when the snow starts coming down and piling up on your premises. You can't help but wonder how millions of seemingly weightless snowflakes can accumulate so quickly and end up covering your driveway. Add a tad of moisture in the air, and all of a sudden, you have those [...]
Shockwave Therapy (SWT), also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy, is a therapeutic modality used for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, primarily those that affect tendons and their insertions to the bone. SWT has been used in Canada since the mid-90s but has been thrust into the limelight recently with the introduction of low energy shockwave. [...]
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 [...]
