During these challenging times, it can be harder to stay active. You may be avoiding your medical appointments as it is advised not to leave the house. That is why we are now offering telehealth … [Read more...] about What is Telehealth Physical Therapy?
How to get up after a Fall?
Falls happen to everybody. However as we age and develop other problems, such as sore knees, or a bad back, it can become harder to get back up from a fall. Below are steps to take to get back on your … [Read more...] about How to get up after a Fall?
The American Institute of Balance – Dizziness and Balance Self Assessment
The American Institute of Balance provides a quiz for people to take and asses their own dizziness and balance. Take the quiz below to see if you would benefit from treatment to improve your … [Read more...] about The American Institute of Balance – Dizziness and Balance Self Assessment
Are Fall Related Injuries and Deaths a Global Problem?
Global Fall Risk Studies have been performed in countries around the world to determine the risk of falls. This included collecting data on injuries people have received from falls. Throughout the … [Read more...] about Are Fall Related Injuries and Deaths a Global Problem?
What good Posture should look like
Good posture, or neutral posture is important for preventing injuries, and allowing the body to work efficiently. A neutral posture places our body and joints in their strongest position. A … [Read more...] about What good Posture should look like
What is a Cervicogenic Headache?
A cervicogenic headache originates from the neck. It is a specific type of headache, which is initially caused by some sort of neck injury or disorder. You could experience this following a car crash … [Read more...] about What is a Cervicogenic Headache?
What is a Masticatory Muscle Disorder?
We have four primary muscles which we use when we chew our food. These are the muscles of mastication: masseter, temporalis, lateral pterygoid and medial pterygoid. If these muscles are strained, or … [Read more...] about What is a Masticatory Muscle Disorder?
What are Cervicogenic Headaches?
Cervicogenic headaches are a very specific type of head which are caused by some sort of neck injury, or disorder. This can be following a car accident and getting a whiplash injury, following a … [Read more...] about What are Cervicogenic Headaches?