Physio
Physio While your injury or pain may seem to last longer than a reality TV show, with the right help, it can take some time to heal too. Which probably makes you wonder how long does physio take to work? In fact, the time required for physiotherapy depends on several factors. With so many variables, […]
Shock Wave Therapy
Shock Wave Therapy Shock wave therapy is the application of shock waves in medicine. It is used for chronic tendon pain and has been clinically shown to: Reduce pain in nerve fibers Increase blood flow to surrounding soft tissue Start the healing process triggered by the activation of stem cells So if you have a […]
Difference Between Physiotherapist and Chiropractor
Difference Between Physiotherapist and Chiropractor Many of us may not be as fit as we were before the pandemic, and as community sports increase and gyms reopen across the country, some people may have fewer restrictions on coronavirus and are at increased risk of injury. If you pulled your hamstrings in your first game, or […]
Physiotherapy vs Chiropractic
Physiotherapy vs Chiropractic That car accident left a number on your body. Back pain, herniated disc, whiplash – you have severe pain. What can you do about this? When it comes to recovering from a sports injury or car accident, you have several options. You can visit a conventional doctor for a prescription (and risk […]
Chiropractor vs Physiotherapy
Chiropractor vs Physiotherapy Chiropractors and physiotherapists are professionals who help treat various injuries or bodily harm. Chiropractors are professionals who specialize in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal system disorders, while a physiotherapist is a healthcare professional who offers treatments for injuries, illnesses, or conditions due to aging to help and restore function and mobility. In this […]
Difference between Physio and Chiro
Difference between Physio and Chiro One of the most common questions asked to practitioners of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) is “What is the difference between Chiro and Physio?” Are they not all the same? “ In general, both professions seek to offer solutions to physical ailments such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, […]
How Often Should I Get a Massage for Back Pain?
How Often Should I Get a Massage for Back Pain? In a busy and stressful city, effective self-care is the key to survival. Massage therapy has been proven to relieve stress, chronic pain, and restores functional movement. The decision to include massage therapy in your care routine often raises the question, “How often should I […]
What is Shockwave Therapy?
What is Shockwave Therapy? Shockwave therapy is an interdisciplinary device that is employed in orthopedics, veterinary medicine, physiotherapy, urology, and sports medicine. The major benefits are rapid pain relief and restoration of mobility. Not only is it a non-invasive therapy without pain relievers, but it is also a perfect therapy for accelerating recovery and healing […]
Should Physiotherapy be Painful?
Should Physiotherapy be Painful? Should physiotherapy be painful? We have all heard the saying “no pain, no gain” and recently seen an increase in popularity of extreme fitness activities, in which participants push their bodies to the limit of pain and fitness to get results. Do these principles apply to physiotherapy? Sometimes: “Will it hurt?” […]