Sciatica is the name given to pain caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is usually caused by a compressed nerve root in the lower spine, and anything that irritates this nerve can cause pain, ranging from mild to severe. There are two types of categories of sciatic pain: Acute sciatica (short-term) lasting 4-8 […]
Everyone suffers from the occasional bout of back pain… so what can you do at home to decrease the pain? One way to decrease back pain is to get a good night sleep. Pain is a leading cause of insomnia: approximately two-thirds of people with chronic back pain suffer from some type of sleep disorder. […]
Any one at any age can have balance and mobility issues. These types of issues can be caused by an illness, injury, or as a natural progression as we age. When you are dealing with a balance or mobility issue you can increase the chance of sustaining an injury from a fall. A physiotherapist can […]
IMS, or dry needling is a therapeutic treatment that targets tight, sore, and injured muscles. The goal of IMS is to release tight muscles in order to relieve nerve irritation and restore range of motion. A Physiotherapist will insert thin needles into a tight muscle while changing the needles depth and direction. This motion will […]
You can suffer injuries after a car accident even if there is no physical damage done to your car. The majority of injuries suffered in minor auto accident are soft tissue injuries. A chiropractor, physiotherapist or massage therapist can help you recover after your auto accident. One of the most important things to do after […]
Most cases of low back pain can be caused by a variety of problems, including muscle strain or sprain, herniated disc or degenerative disc disease. Typical sources of low back pain include: Osteoarthritis Muscle spasm Ruptured or herniated disk Sciatica Strain or tears to the muscles or ligaments supporting the back The nerve roots in the […]
Shockwave Therapy is a non-surgical treatment of soft tissue, bone, and joint pain. Shockwave Therapy provides a safe, non-invasive, non-surgical alternative for those suffering with acute and chronic pain such as: knee pain, heel pain, foot pain, ankle pain, hamstring pain, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, elbow pain, wrist pain and hand pain. It […]
Eating a healthy diet is essential to having a healthy body. If you are a runner, you need to make sure that you are eating well and consuming the right amount of nutrients and vitamins to help fuel your body. Below are a few of the essential vitamins that runners should be incorporating into their […]
One of the biggest running event of the year in Victoria BC is just around the corner: the 28th annual TC 10K run! This year the race is on Sunday, April 30th. The TC10K Run is accepting registrations for racers of all ages, as well as, competitive and recreational wheelchair athletes , elite athletes, visually […]
Class IV K-Laser Therapy is a proven therapeutic treatment that manages pain and inflammation while accelerating tissue regeneration. Laser energy increases circulation, drawing water, oxygen, and nutrients to the damaged area. This creates an optimal healing environment that reduces inflammation, swelling, muscle spasm, stiffness and pain. Studies show Laser Therapy helps reduce pain associated with […]
