Everyone knows about ultrasound imaging for pregnancy, but did you know it can be used as a therapeutic treatment too? The big difference between ultrasound imaging and therapeutic ultrasound is the frequency; with therapeutic ultrasound usually between 0.8MHz and 3.0MHz. Therapeutic ultrasound has been used by physical therapists since the 1940s and is still widely used for treating soft …
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It Could Be Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Many people assume that symptoms of numbness or tingling in the pinky are caused by carpal tunnel syndrome. However, if you’re experiencing numbness in your pinky finger and half of your ring finger, it could be cubital tunnel syndrome. Today we’ll address these symptoms, as well as a possible cause and treatment options. If …
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So you or someone you love is pregnant, congratulations! This is an exciting time full of massive changes for the whole family. With pregnancy, the body grows and changes with incredible speed. So while Mom might be happy as can be, she may be experiencing some discomfort caused by weight gain, changes in posture, and a flood of hormones. …
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Simple everyday tasks like reaching overhead, brushing your hair, or reaching into your back pocket can become impossible with frozen shoulder, but what is it? Frozen shoulder is the common name associated with a condition called adhesive capsulitis. With the condition, connective tissues surrounding the shoulder joint begin to thicken and become tight forming what are called adhesions. Causes …
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We are staying true to our grassroots mission as we grow from a small community of clinics to almost locations throughout Canada. The key to this growth has been the personal touch of Peter Ruttan, pt Health co-founder, and Director of Human Resources. A licensed physiotherapist himself, he understands what it is like to work with patients and believes employee …
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More than two million American and Canadian children visit the emergency room each year for ankle injuries.[i] Be it a sprain or strain, understanding the intricacies of this condition can help facilitate a prompt recovery which is why we are here to help break it (no pun intended) down for you. Ankle Pain: Sprain or Strain? A sprain means one …
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Physiotherapists can tell a lot about a person just by looking at them. We may not be mind readers, but we are rather disciplined when it comes to detecting potential weaknesses within a person’s musculoskeletal frame. For example, if you spend time hunched over your desk or computer we might notice a curvature of the back and neck. Like to …
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Now that spring is here, we find it fit to talk about golf/tennis elbow even though technically any repetitive movement which puts a strain on the forearm muscle and elbow tendons can cause the condition. Wear and tear from things like typing, lifting, and even hand tool use, can cause a breakdown in tendon tissue resulting in painful inflammation surrounding …
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Did you know non-surgical treatment is an effective therapy for acute and chronic neck pain? If you suffer from problematic neck pain, often, the right exercises and physiotherapy may be all you need to help recondition the neck muscles while also improving mobility, strength, posture, and function. Need further convincing? Take a look at these physiotherapist inspired tips. 1. Check …
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