Treatment Methods for Back and Neck Pain at Prairie Trail Physiotherapy
The back and neck are among the most common problem areas seen by physiotherapists, with well over half of adults experiencing some pain in their lifetime. There are many causes for back and neck pain, including injury to the area, stress, or other conditions. This...
Understanding the Causes of Back and Neck Pain Injuries
Talk about a pain in the neck – literally! Neck and back pain are common complaints. About 60% to 80% of adults will experience back pain, and 20% to 70% will experience neck pain in their lifetimes. Pain can range from a mild, annoying ache to persistent, disabling...
The Benefits of In-Home Physiotherapy for Seniors
Prairie Trail Physiotherapy offers in-home physiotherapy services in Winnipeg, including a comprehensive assessment of the problem area, a treatment plan, and a home-based exercise program. Anyone can benefit from in-home physical therapy, particularly those with...
Benefits of In-Home Physiotherapy and How It Can Help You Improve Your Mobility and Comfort.
Physiotherapy is an active-based treatment method aiming to assess, diagnose, treat, and prevent various physical conditions. Using a variety of techniques, physical therapy is used to restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness, or...
What are Sprains – Overview and Treatment
A sprain is a common injury caused by the overstretching or tearing of ligaments. Ligaments are connective tissues that help stabilize your joints. The most common type of sprain occurs at the ankle. However, you can also sprain your knee, wrist, or thumb. Sprain...
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the major stabilizing ligaments of the knee. It runs from the front of the tibia (shinbone) to the back of the femur (thighbone), preventing the tibia from sliding out in front of the femur. The ACL also helps prevent the...
Symptoms of Muscle Strain
Muscle strains are a common occurrence, particularly among athletes. This happens when the muscle is forcibly stretched beyond its normal range of motion. This stretching can tear the muscle fibers, causing pain and inflammation. In severe cases, a muscle strain can...
How does acupuncture work for pain?
If you’re in pain, consider acupuncture treatment. This natural remedy originates from traditional Chinese medicine and when combined with a physiotherapist’s knowledge of the body, it can be helpful for several conditions, including: Cancer related pain Jaw pain ...
What are the benefits of getting acupuncture?
As one of the leading forms of alternative medicine, acupuncture boasts many benefits. Acupuncture is when thin needles are inserted into different parts of the body to relieve pain or release natural chemicals to fight illnesses. The needles are gently positioned...
What are the symptoms of a rotator cuff injury?
The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that attach the shoulder blade to the upper arm bone. These muscles and tendons work together to lift and rotate the arm. Think pitching. A rotator cuff injury can occur when these muscles and tendons are...