General guideline for walking properly with a cane: Make sure that your cane is properly adjusted before you start walking with it. A cane that is not well adjusted can to more harm than good because it could affect the alignment of the spine or pelvis. The handle of the cane should be 2 cm higher than the level […]
“Good leg goes to heaven” “Bad leg goes to hell” General guideline for using the stairs with a cane: Always face forward, avoid going up or down stairs sideways because this puts you in a very unsteady position. If handrails are available: you would place cane on opposite side of handrail. For going up the stairs: […]
Is it all in my head? Yes. The brain is the final gatekeeper to the perception of pain. In other words, pain may not always correlate with the amount of damage dealt at the level of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, etc. There are reports of incidences where victims were stabbed from behind and have not […]
Having done stages in hospitals, I see the power of an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. We often cannot separate the physical component and the psychological component of the recovery phase. When clients are motivated to get better and are willing to make changes to their old habits, we are already on the pathway to success! Blaming your employer […]
People who have trouble falling asleep at night because they cannot find a comfortable position or those who wake up with stiffness or pain might consider these sleep positions. Everyone is different so these guidelines may not be applicable for all. Note: If you do experience constant pain that does not change no matter what you […]
Neck Problems: As discussed in the “Physical Assessment & Imaging” section, a lot of common findings such as degenerative disease or even arthritis at the spine that people used to and continue to panic about are often not meaningful. The latter is because these findings are commonly found even with the non-symptomatic population. However, a lot […]
What I think is most important is to avoid being bedridden or afraid to moved just because of something you see on an x-ray or a MRI. In the past, doctors would tell patients with back problems to rest and avoid too much physical activity. The studies are now showing that being bedridden makes it […]
When you are ready, it may be best to consult with a physiotherapist to see which exercises are appropriate for your current physical state. Different stages of the healing process require a different level of stimulation. There is not a single approach or technique that works for all condition but there is nothing that proves that […]
Physiotherapists are healthcare professionals with a university degree who are keen at evaluating the human body for injuries and disabilities by analyzing physical limitations and movement patterns. The study of physiotherapy itself incorporates an in-depth study of human anatomy, physiology, exercise prescription, and various treatment approaches. We work to diminish physical deficits and restore mobility through use […]
Some may wonder what is the point of investing in physiotherapy when taking medications or getting an injection can sometimes appear to resolve orthopedic conditions…to answer this question…I think that most would agree that properly-built bridges would not collapse under normal circumstances; the same applies to the human body. Tissues are prone to fail with […]