In most cases, knee replacement surgery is usually a memorable experience. Patients stay in the hospital several days after their surgery, and the recovery time from knee surgery is approximately six months. One of the most discouraging things about knee surgery is that it makes a...
Exercises have been proven to be an extremely important modality in the management of many musculoskeletal conditions. A detailed and personalized program developed by a physiotherapist will help target the right goals and prevent injuries. It should include different types of exercises geared towards the...
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is a common condition that limits the natural function of the jaw, such as opening the mouth and chewing, and can cause pain. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a hinge joint that connects your jaw to your skull in front of...
Nordic Walking is a very popular and rapidly growing form of exercise around the globe, which can bring huge health benefits for people of all ages and different fitness levels. Over 145 million adults include walking in their exercise regime, and at least 60 percent...
Falls can diminish your ability to lead an active and independent life. Each year, it is estimated that 1 out of 3 seniors will have a fall and about half of these people will sustain an injury. As much as 40 % of these...
Muscle soreness can occur after overexertion or injury during physical activities. When muscles are overworked than their original capacity it causes microscopic damage to the muscle fibers which results in muscle soreness or stiffness. There can be several reasons why you are experiencing muscle soreness and...
Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands. As the stress continues, you begin to lose the interest and motivation that led you...
Whiplash is a non-medical term describing a range of head and neck injuries resulting from an acceleration-deceleration mechanism of energy transfer to the neck. Whiplash presents as a complaint of neck pain, stiffness or tenderness, and decreased range of motion. This condition is most often...
Muscle strains are some of the most common sporting injuries, making up 10-55% of all sporting injuries. A muscle strain occurs when your muscle is overstretched or torn and this is a result of fatigue, overuse, or improper use of the muscle. Strains can happen...
Arthritis refers to a range of conditions that involve pain and inflammation in the joints, it is the swelling and tenderness of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most...