If you’ve ever experienced the shooting pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness that radiates from your spine into your arms or legs, you may be dealing with a pinched nerve, medically known as radiculopathy. This common but often debilitating condition affects many individuals and can significantly impact daily activities, from simple tasks like typing or driving […]
5 Benefits of Physiotherapy for Athletes – Treat and Prevent Sports Injuries Participating in sports, whether recreationally or competitively, can lead to various injuries that require professional treatment. Physiotherapy is an effective solution for many athletic injuries, providing both therapeutic and rehabilitative care. Seeing a physiotherapist offers athletes many advantages during injury recovery and for […]
Is Spinal Decompression Therapy with my Chiropractor Covered by Insurance in Ontario? Back pain affects a staggering number of Canadians each year. For many suffering from disc herniations, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and other back problems, spinal decompression therapy can provide lasting relief. However, many wonder – is spinal decompression therapy with my chiropractic covered […]
Hidden Car Accident Injuries That May Show Up Days Later Being in a car accident is always jarring, even if it seems minor at first. While some injuries are obvious immediately, others take days or weeks to fully surface. The initial adrenaline rush masks subtle symptoms that worsen over time. Without proper treatment, hidden car […]
The Benefits of Knee Braces for Arthritis Sufferers What is a Knee Brace and How Can It Help with Arthritis? A knee brace is a medical device used to provide support and stability to the knee joint. It is often used to help reduce pain and improve mobility in individuals suffering from arthritis. Knee braces […]
Physiotherapy for Shoulder Tendonitis: A Comprehensive Guide Understanding Shoulder Tendonitis and Its Treatment Through Physiotherapy What is Shoulder Tendonitis? Shoulder tendonitis is an inflammation or irritation of the tendons in your shoulder that occurs as a result of overuse or degeneration due to age. It can cause pain in your shoulder joint which can limit […]
Physiotherapy as an Effective Treatment for TMJ Pain How Physiotherapy Can Help Relieve TMJ Pain Introduction to Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ) The temporomandibular joint, commonly referred to as the “TMJ”, connects your jawbone with your skull. It is responsible for allowing you to open and close your mouth. When it becomes overworked or inflamed due […]
How a Rotator Cuff Injury Can Impact Your Life Understanding the Basics of the Shoulder Joint The shoulder joint, also known as the glenohumeral joint, is one of the most mobile joints in your body. It allows for movement in multiple directions, including up, down, and around. The movements are enabled by four muscles working […]
What are Custom Orthotics, and How Can They Help to Alleviate Pain from Flat Feet? Understanding Flat Feet Flat feet are a common condition in which there is no arch present in the foot when standing or walking. It can be caused by genetics, injury, or an underlying medical condition such as arthritis. Symptoms of […]
Best Ab Exercises for Beginners In this video, Dr. Joshua Charles Chiropractor York ON demonstrates some abdominal exercises that are suited towards beginners. Please share this video with loved ones. For Physiotherapy near Mount Dennis Medical contact us today!
Advanced Ab Exercises In this video, we demonstrate some more advanced ab exercises. Try these out after you master our previous video with our “Ab exercises for beginners.” For a Chiropractor Near York ON call MDPhysio today!
Why I Love Being a Chiropractor! Check out this video, where Dr. Joshua Charles talks about why he loves being a chiropractor in York ON! He also chats about why he became a chiropractor and what he loves about this great profession. Please share this video with loved ones. To book an appointment with an […]
Best Exercises for Lower Back Pain The Big 3 Do you suffer from lower back pain? Did you know about 80% of the population experiences lower back pain at least once in their lifetime? If you do, please check out this video, where we address the best exercises to help decrease and avoid lower back […]
Using Laser Therapy to Treat Tennis Elbow Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a medical condition that causes discomfort and irritation on the outer side of the elbow. This can make it hard to fully extend or bend one’s arm due to tightness in muscles around this joint. Laser therapy Physiotherapy has become […]
Pinched Nerve Treatment: What You Need to Know Pinched nerves are caused by compressed or trapped nerves in your body due to injury or disease. They can lead to pain, numbness, and tingling sensations in your arms or legs. Depending on where the pinching is occurring along your spine – cervical (neck area), thoracic (mid […]
How to Stretch Your Piriformis Muscle In this video, Dr. Charles demonstrates how to effectively stretch the piriformis muscle. Piriformis syndrome is very common and is also one of the leading causes of sciatica. Fortunately these simple stretches can be very helpful to decrease pain quickly. Click here for more information about our Physiotherapy Near […]
How long should it take to heal? In this video, Dr. Charles highlights what to expect over a typical course of therapy. Whether seeing a chiropractor, physiotherapist, or massage therapist, the benefits of treatment typically increases over time, usually around 4-6 weeks or 6-8 weeks. Healing and decreased pain does not typically improve in a […]
Ask Dr. Charles – My most memorable experience as a Chiropractor? Dr. Charles discusses his fond memories of the 2015 Pan Am and Para Pan Am Games as a chiropractor in the Athlete’s Village. Click Here for More information about Chiropractic Near York ON
How to Test Where Your Knee Pain is Coming From! In this video, Dr. Charles explains how to check if your knee pain is stemming from your gluteus medius. Here, we can test the hips and glutes as a diagnostic tool, and we can use the same motion for rehab exercises. Please share this video […]
Custom Orthotics For Plantar Fasciitis Is Custom Orthotics The Answer To Your Plantar Fasciitis? Suffering To Serenity: Reclaim Your Life With Custom Orthotics If you’ve been struggling with plantar fasciitis, you know how debilitating the pain can be. It can make it difficult to walk, stand, or even sleep. But there is hope. Custom orthotics […]
Car Accident Physiotherapy Treatment Rehabilitation Say Goodbye To Chronic Pain: Get The Relief You Deserve With Motor Vehicle Accident Rehabilitation “No, your life was not over”: Making A Full Recovery With Car Accident MVA Physiotherapy Rehabilitation In Toronto Ontario. Most of us will experience a car accident at some point in our lives. For some, […]
How To Train for Balance and Stability to Prevent Falls for Seniors This video discusses the importance of stability and balance training. When a senior experiences a fall, this can be very serious. A broken hip can occur when a senior falls, which can lead to devastating health outcomes. It is never too early to […]
Common Chiropractic Myths & Misconceptions In this video, Dr. Charles addresses some common chiropractic myths. These myths, or misconceptions, are often addressed in practice. Chiropractic care has been widely used for over a century and it is extremely safe. www.mdphysio.com
Exercises for Runners to Avoid Knee Pain Do you enjoy running? In this video, Dr. Charles demonstrates some very important exercises and stretches you can do if you have knee pain. Also, these exercises are very useful to do to help avoid knee pain avoid knee pain!
Custom Knee Brace Fitting In this video, we are filming a live example of a custom knee brace fitting at our clinic. Compared to off-the-shelf and non-custom braces (which can be purchased at a general pharmacy or at Walmart), this knee brace was custom made for this patient’s specific knee pain. At our clinic, we […]
Are The Uneven Wear Patterns on My Shoes Normal? In this video, Dr. Charles explains how uneven wear patterns on shoes occur and also discusses normal walking mechanics. Wear patterns on shoes is a common question that we often address at our facility. www.mdphysio.com
What is K-Tape and How Does it Work? In this video, Dr. Charles explains what K-tape is, how it is used, and how to apply it. K-tape can be used on most body parts to help decrease pain and improve stability. It is most commonly used on the knee, shoulder, back and elbow. www.mdphysio.com
Exercises for Anterior Shoulder Pain Do you have pain at the front of your shoulder? Anterior shoulder pain is very common. In this video, Dr. Charles demonstrates some simple and effective exercises to strengthen and stabilize the shoulder to help decrease pain and improve function. Shoulder pain treatments and exercises are prescribed by both physiotherapists […]
How to Relieve Neck Pain Caused by Prolonged Sitting and Typing Do you sit at a desk all day? Do you type or text a lot? If yes, this video is for you. Here are some great stretches and exercises to decrease neck pain and to help you improve your posture. These are also great […]
Physiotherapy for Shoulder Pain: A Comprehensive Guide How to Manage Shoulder Pain with Physiotherapy What is Shoulder Pain? Shoulder pain is a common complaint that can be caused by a number of different conditions, including rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, bursitis, fractured bones, or arthritis. It can range from mild discomfort to severe and debilitating pain […]
How Does Laser Therapy Work? Have you heard of laser therapy? This video explains exactly how laser works and what it can be used for. At our clinic, laser therapy is used by both chiropractors and physiotherapists. Our class 3B laser is a great tool to use for back pain, neck pain, knee pain, ankle […]
How Does Acupuncture Work? In this video, we explain how acupuncture works and discuss if acupuncture may be of benefit to you. Dr. Charles demonstrates what a typical acupuncture session looks like. At Mount Dennis Weston Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Centre, acupuncture is performed by either our chiropractors or our physiotherapists. For more information, or to […]
Stretches for Golfers – How to Prevent Golf Injuries Do you like to golf? Check out these stretches and exercises if you’d like to either prevent pain or to help decrease pain. Common golf injuries occur in the elbow, wrist, neck, shoulder, and lower back. Make sure to try these stretches before your next round! […]
How To Shovel Snow Safely Here’s our very own Dr. Joshua Charles, interviewed on Breakfast Television, discussing how to shovel snow safely. Check out this video to learn some helpful tips about proper technique to avoid injuries after a heavy snowfall. Always remember to “Bend your Knees and Lift with Ease!” For more information or […]
What Are The Causes Of Sciatica? In this video, Dr. Charles explains sciatica in detail, and explains the primary causes of sciatica. Sciatica is an extremely common condition, and it can be very painful. Sciatica presents as lower back pain that shoots down the leg. At Mount Dennis Weston Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Centre, we are […]
Physiotherapy COVID-19 Protocol At Mount Dennis Weston Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Centre, we are ensuring the highest level of safety of our patients and staff during this COVID-19 pandemic. We are taking extra precautions for cleaning, sanitization, and physical distancing. We are enforcing a strict mask policy. We are making sure to take extra time between […]
ACL Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear Injury? What You Should Know What is an ACL Tear? The ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) is a strong ligament that helps keep the knee stable by connecting the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia). It is a commonly injured ligament, particularly caused by sports such as skiing, soccer, […]
Which is Better to Treat Pain – Ice or Heat? People often wonder which method is best to treat an injury and to decrease pain, ice or heat? Generally speaking, both applications are helpful but have their own respective uses. Let’s first explore when to go the cold therapy route. After an acute injury, such as a sprained ankle, the affected area swells, becoming red and hot […]
Six ways to get your day off to a healthy start and feel great! Want to start your day off on the best foot possible? Here is what you need to know for a great morning routine and for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. 1. Drink a glass of lemon water before breakfast. This increases your hydration right away, […]
Sciatica What is Sciatica? Sciatica is a common and extremely painful debilitating condition, typically characterized as lower back pain in conjunction with radiating pain down the back of one’s leg. It is most commonly described as a burning sensation, or it can feel like electric shocks running down the back and side of the leg. […]