August 12th, 2014 - Posted in heat and cold therapy, Physiotherapy
What about heat therapy? Hot packs can be dry such as electric pads, hot water bottles and gel packs, or moist such as damp clay packs used in physiotherapy clinics and hospitals. Hot packs dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow, delivering needed nutrients and oxygen to cells in the area being heated, aiding […]
Continue ReadingAugust 8th, 2014 - Posted in Health, Physiotherapy
Common cooling agents include commercial cold packs, ice bath, ice cubes, crushed ice compresses, and cold cloths. When a cooling agent is applied to the skin, blood vessels narrow and blood flow decreases, resulting in reduced swelling and inflammation. Skin temperature is also decreased, inducing an analgesic or numbing effect that plays […]
Continue ReadingAugust 6th, 2014 - Posted in Health
Active Wellness Promotional Offer for You Active Wellness would like to thank you for your support and the opportunity to give you some excellent service.As a jump into spring, we are offering you 6 Physiotherapy Sessions (1 assessment and 4 treatments) or 6 (1 Hour) Registered Massage Therapy Sessions for the price of 5. By […]
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