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 […]
Laser Therapy for Trochanteric Bursitis of the Hip What is Trochanteric Bursitis? Trochanteric Bursitis, also known as Greater Trochanter Bursa Syndrome, is a condition that causes pain in the outer hip. It occurs when there’s inflammation in the area around your hip joint. The main symptom is pain on one side of your buttocks or […]
5 Treatments For Spinal Stenosis: What You Need to Know 5 Effective Treatments for Spinal Stenosis Do you suffer from spinal stenosis? If so, you know how uncomfortable and debilitating it can be. Fortunately, there are several treatments available that may help reduce your pain and improve your quality of life. In this article, we’ll […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]