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Can physio help my migraines?
The short answer is yes! One of the confusing phenomena about Cervicogenic Headache (neck related headache) is that its symptoms can present as Migraine, Tension Headache or even Cluster Headache. So even though your headache may have been diagnosed as Migraine,…
Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. While there is no cure for OA, effective management strategies can significantly improve quality of life. One such evidence-based program is…
5 Things to Get Checked During Pregnancy
Pelvic floor muscles Your pelvic floor muscles take on extra load during pregnancy, due to hormones and the weight of a growing baby and uterus! These muscles have an important role in pelvic support and bladder and bowel function. Extra…
UNDERSTANDING PAIN
What is pain? Pain is “the unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with, or resembling that associated with, actual or potential tissue damage” – International Association for the Study of Pain Through our lived experiences, we each develop unique…
Myofascial Cupping – Remedial Massage
Myofascial cupping is another modality that can be used during your remedial massage treatment to aid in the release of soft tissue. Instead of positive pressure being applied through massage techniques, a negative pressure is applied by using a vacuum…
Acupuncture vs Dry Needling: Unraveling the Pointed Differences
Acupuncture and dry needling are two therapeutic techniques that involve the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body. While they may seem similar at first glance, they have distinct differences in terms of their underlying principles, goals,…
HIP AND GROIN – Young Adult (FAIS)
Are you a young adult struggling with pain at the front of the hip or groin area? Especially when it is sport time or when at the gym? There are many causes for hip and groin pain – some bony and some…