For those of us living active lives, whether that be through routine gym sessions, weekly team sports or running, injuries (especially minor ones) are an inevitability. However, not all sports injuries have to require weeks or even months of downtime to recover and this recovery time can be helped by our Nepean physiotherapists. Here, we explain more.
Upper back pain is an incredibly common source of discomfort that is often caused by muscle strain or bad posture. Here, our Nepean physiotherapists explain what kinds of physical therapy treatment we prescribe to our patients in order to reduce their pain, alleviate discomfort and improve mobility in their upper back.
One of the most common impacts of sitting for long periods of time (such as for working at a computer), is discomfort and limited mobility in the mid-back, also called the thoracic spine. Here, our Nepean physiotherapists explain what kinds of activate physiotherapy treatment we prescribe to patients in order to improve the mobility of their thoracic spine.
Pain affecting the neck is one of the most common kinds of discomfort reported to us by our Nepean clients. There are a whole host of reasons someone may be feeling discomfort or pain in their neck, including poor posture, injuries or other underlying health issues. Here, our Nepean physical therapists explain some of the common exercises and treatments we use to alleviate neck pain.
Aching or pained feet are an incredibly common issue facing many Canadians. Our Nepean physical therapists are able to offer treatment to not only alleviate the discomfort in your feet, but treat its source and ensure that the same issues don't arise again in the future.
Snacking can be an important way of maintaining your energy throughout the day and preventing your sweet tooth from emerging in late-night snacking. Here, our Nepean physiotherapists explain why snacking is important and give some examples of healthy snacks you could incorporate into your day.
Sciatica is a relatively common and quite painful inflammatory condition that affects the sciatic nerve running from base of the spine down both legs. Here, our Nepean physiotherapists explain what kinds of treatment we can offer to patients suffering from pain caused by sciatica to alleviate its symptoms and help prevent it from flaring up again in the future.
Have you found yourself opting out of activities like hikes, games of golf or dances because you're worried about what might happen if you fell over? You aren't alone, but that doesn't mean you have to resign yourself to your fear! Here, our Nepean physiotherapists explain how we can help improve your balance and ensure that worries about falling don't hold you back.
It may have been difficult to think of anything but the COVID-19 pandemic throughout the last year and a half. This goes doubly if you happened to contract the disease. While there is still research being done on its long-term effects, there are a number of ways that physiotherapy can assist with recovery from pulmonary infections. Here, our Nepean physical therapists explain how we can help with your long-term recovery from COVID-19.
At Nepean Sports Medicine & Physiotherapy Centre, we practice acupuncture as a therapeutic treatment for alleviating pain, encouraging healing and improving chronic conditions alongside other treatments. Here, our Nepean physiotherapists explain what acupuncture is and how it works.
