Everyone wants to know about the effectiveness of medication before they take it. Similarly, one of the first questions my patients always ask me is how effective their physical therapy treatment will be and how soon they’ll get better. Answering that question gets complicated because… Read More »How Effective Is Physiotherapy for Common Injuries?
Most professional athletes are great at doing strength training alongside the necessary sport-specific endurance exercises. That’s because they have a team of coaches, physiotherapists, and strength and conditioning experts in their corner. But it’s the weekend warriors and recreational athletes that don’t pay much attention… Read More »The Case for Strength Training in Endurance Athletes
You might have seen athletes with colorful tapes on their shoulders, knees or even face. This colorful tape is called the Kinesio tape. Recently, some athletes in the Olympics were wearing the Kinesio tape as well. With proper application and correct usage, it can be… Read More »Physiotherapist Answers Your Questions About Kinesio Taping
Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt a sharp pain along the front of your lower legs after a long run. Most people who start jumping rope or suddenly increase their running distance or pace have this pain. You might even experience it if you… Read More »Shin Splints Rehab for Jump Rope Enthusiasts and Runners
Shoulders are one of the most used joints for everyday movements. The lifetime prevalence of shoulder pain or injury in the general population is up to 70%.[i] It’s a complex joint that connects the bones of your arm, your collar bone from the front and… Read More »Best Physical Therapy Exercises to Injury Proof Your Shoulders
There isn’t only one correct way to perform any exercise. There’s a safe zone or a range of techniques you can use but based on who you ask, you’ll likely get a different answer on what the right way is to do a triceps curl… Read More »Your Knees Can Go Past Your Toes- Supported By Research
Prehab is short for pre-habilitation or preventive rehabilitation. It’s the practice of proactively exercising and taking care of your health in a way that reduces the risk of injury and thus prevents you from needing rehab. Although everyone should practice Prehab, it’s more crucial for… Read More »Intro to Prehab for Athletes and Non-Athletes
Golf is generally considered a leisure activity. Only the elite few play it as a competitive sport while the rest of us play golf as a hobby or social activity. But whether you’re a pro or an amateur golf player, back pain is a common… Read More »Golfer’s Guide for Managing Back Pain – From A Physiotherapist