Ever been in a foreign country and tried to order food off a long, complicated, unfamiliar-looking menu? Did you use hand signals to describe the dish you wanted? Did you whip out your phone and hope Google had the answers? And, in the end, did you just close your eyes and hope that what landed […]
How Stress Relates to Pain Read More »
Have you ever been going about your usual daily jobs or chores such as taking out the trash, gardening, laundry, or even making your bed when you suddenly feel a sharp pain in your back that leaves you hardly able to move? Well you’re not alone! We frequently get patients who report this sudden onset
Back Pain: How To Get The Housework Done Without Making Back Pain Worse Read More »
Have you taken a family vacation that required hours of travel this summer? Or do you do a lot of driving whether it’s a commute to work or part of your job? If so, I certainly wouldn’t be surprised if you’ve experienced some form of back pain. Around 30-60% of drivers report having back pain
Back Pain ‘Driving’ You Mad? 7 Tips To Alleviate Back Pain While Driving Read More »
A pinched nerve can cause discomfort and debilitating pain. Depending on where the pinched nerve occurs in your body, this condition can affect your ability to work and carry out everyday tasks. However, with the help of a pinched nerve specialist, you may find relief from a pinched nerve without undergoing surgery. This article provides
“Pinched Nerve” What Is It And What Can I Do? Read More »
Have you or a loved one recently fallen or felt unsteady on your feet? If so, I know just how much it can affect your confidence when it comes to your independence. You may feel less comfortable with leaving your house without someone for support or unmotivated to do your regular recreational activities due to
“I Didn’t Realize My Balance Was That Bad – Now I Know Why I Keep Falling Over…” Read More »
Over the last few weeks, we have covered a lot of ground related to balance and osteopenia/osteoporosis. This included a wide range of topics including; how it’s not normal to shrink, how to change your bending mechanics, and what can be done about soft bones. We also covered topics such as vertigo, general muscle weakness,
Afraid Of Another Fall? 7 Tips To Help You Avoid Another Fall And Improve Your Balance Read More »
When it comes to fall prevention and imbalance — it’s easy to become worried that one day, a fall may result in a terrible injury. You already feel yourself holding onto nearby objects for balance and you’re worried that with one wrong move, you could end up hurting yourself. Falls are one of the leading
5 Ways To Prevent Falls In Your Own Home Read More »
If you’ve been following our osteoporosis, balance, and falls series over the last 5 weeks, you might be wondering how to put all of this information together. In today’s article, I’m going to help you do just that by telling you a story about a lady we worked with recently in the clinic. For this
Balance & Fall Prevention: How We Helped Susan Improve Her Balance & Mobility Read More »
The last few weeks we’ve seen a lot of people coming into the clinic with balance issues and being worried about falling. It’s what we see quite a lot of, but still many people don’t know that physical therapists can help with their balance. We like to have a bit of fun when we’re testing
Balance: “I Didn’t Realize My Balance Was That Bad” Read More »
This was a reply by one of my patients that really was at a loss of how to move without bending at the spine. She truly loved yoga and wanted to know if there was any possibility of modifying yoga. How to bend without bending at the spine is one of the most common questions
“My Doctor Told Me To Stop Bending At The Spine – Help!” Read More »
