September 29th, 2014 - Posted in Back Pain, Exercise, Physiotherapy
Exercise Benefits for Low Back Pain Lumbar spine (low back) stability is largely dependent on the supporting abdominal (stomach) and low back musculature. The abdominal muscles provide the initial stabilizing support through their ability to generate pressure within the abdomen which is exerted posteriorly on the spine, thus providing an anterior support column (from the […]
Continue ReadingSeptember 23rd, 2014 - Posted in Neck Pain, Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy and Other Options for Neck Pain Sometimes simple home interventions are enough to treat cervical disc disease, in which an abnormality in one or more discs that lie between the vertebrae cause neck pain. Often, though, it helps to see a physical therapist that can show you how to stretch and strengthen your neck […]
Continue ReadingSeptember 22nd, 2014 - Posted in Physiotherapy, Shoulder Pain
Sudden Onset Shoulder Pain Diagnosis- Part 4 Shoulder Injuries-Less Common Injuries 7 Biceps Rupture Complete tearing of one or more tendons or muscle bellies of the biceps muscle typically due to heavy lifting (particularly overhead). Associated with pain in the front of the shoulder, upper arm or elbow and often a snapping or tearing sensation […]
Continue ReadingSeptember 19th, 2014 - Posted in Physiotherapy, Shoulder Pain
Sudden Onset Shoulder Pain Diagnosis Shoulder Injuries 3 Dislocated Shoulder Tearing of connective tissue surrounding the shoulder joint with subsequent displacement and separation of the bones forming the joint so they are no longer situated next to each other (i.e. the upper arm bone comes out of the socket). Typically occurs as a result of […]
Continue ReadingSeptember 18th, 2014 - Posted in Physiotherapy, Shoulder Pain
Sudden Onset Shoulder Pain Diagnosis- Physiotherapy Kitchener Waterloo Common Injuries Rotator Cuff Tear Tearing of one or more rotator cuff muscles or their respective tendons (figure 1), typically following a lifting, pushing or pulling activity or a sudden movement (often with the arm in elevation or overhead). Associated with pain in the shoulder that may […]
Continue ReadingSeptember 17th, 2014 - Posted in Physiotherapy, Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Pain Diagnosis Guide Optimal shoulder function is essential to minimise the likelihood of injury during everyday use of the arm and for those involved in sports using the upper body such as racquet sports or the throwing athlete. Patients suffering from shoulder pain are often seen in physiotherapy practice. Pain may be caused by […]
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