Your body relies on sufficient blood flow to bathe your organs and tissues however sometimes pregnancy, age, smoking, inactivity, chronic fatigue, and certain medical conditions can slow vital circulation. When this happens, you may notice increased swelling in your arms, legs, and feet along with symptoms like varicose veins, edema, phlebitis, or even thrombosis, which is a life-threatening blood clot. …
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Hands down, one of the most common conditions we see in our clinics are muscular issues due to an underlying cause of tendonitis or arthritis. While continuous physio treatments are obviously the best course of action, some patients are not able to keep up with weekly visits. In those cases, patients often turn to oral medications like NSAIDs, or aspirin …
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Do you suffer knee pain but not sure if you should purchase a knee brace? Or better yet, already have one but don’t think it’s doing you any good? With hundreds of makes to choose from, it’s no wonder you may be feeling confused. In today’s article, however, physiotherapists get real on knee bracing questions so you can zero in …
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Did you know that only about 25 percent of people have a normal running pattern, which means that their foot pronates just enough to absorb shock? If you’ve ever tried squeezing your feet into shoes using a store-bought orthotics, you know that they don’t leave much wiggle room. Unless you have a classic foot shape, these products will not do …
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It is a challenge many of us face. When should we go to the doctor? Sometimes it is obvious, but other times, like when you suffer chronic back pain, which 80 percent Canadians do, it is not so apparent. The pain is real but on the other hand you are trying to decide if you want to spend the money …
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) Can Affect Anyone at Any Age Whether it’s from working at a desk, lifting weights, or swinging a baseball bat, everyone is prone to carpal tunnel syndrome. Any activity that inflicts abnormal pressure on the median nerve can bring on the problem. What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Hold your hand palm up in front of you …
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On Thursday February 18th local entrepreneurs and business owners gathered together to celebrate the best and brightest of our community with the 4th Annual Top 40 Under 40 Business Achievement Awards from the Business Link Media Group. One of the deserving recipients was our CEO, Heather Shantora. Heather was thrilled to be included in such a prestigious group of business …
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Exercise can happen anywhere. Skip the grocery cart and use the hand basket. It can function as a hand weight, strengthening and stabilizing your body while you shop.
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Did you know that acupuncture can manage nicotine cravings? Check out how pt Health’s acupuncture therapy can help when you decide it’s time to qui tsmoking. http://goo.gl/ImEhbd
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