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Is This Normal? I Ache After Exercise

pt Health — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:38:44 +0000

Whether you have started a new workout plan, changed up your workout routine, or maybe tried working out on some new equipment, the result is the same; pain. New exercises or a change in routine can leave your muscles stiff, sore and full of aches—even days after you have trained. It’s enough to leave you wondering, “Is it normal to be in pain after ...

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Is This Serious? Why Does the Front of My Leg & Shin Hurt?

pt Health — Sat, 10 Apr 2021 14:00:23 +0000

It Could Be Tibialis Anterior Muscle Strain If you’re experiencing pain anywhere from the bottom half of your leg (also known as your shin) down to your big toe, it’s not only frustrating, but concerning, too. Many people with pain in this area assume they have shin splints, but did you know that “shin splints” is often used as an umbrella ...

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ACL Injuries: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

pt Health — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 17:12:50 +0000

We’ve all heard a story about someone tearing their ACL, or have seen it happen in professional sports. That’s not surprising when you consider that nearly 250,000 ACL injuries occur in Canada and the United States each year. But what does it really mean to injure or tear your ACL? Today we’ll discuss ACL anatomy, injury causes, symptoms, and available treatments. ...

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Cold vs. Heat Therapy: Which One is Better?

Kaitlynn Bonin — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 13:00:28 +0000

Cold and heat therapy are often used as a treatment for sprains, strains, pain and other injuries. But how do you know when to use which? And is one better than the other? The answer is that it depends. However, as a general rule of thumb: Ice is good for reducing swelling and inflammation Heat is good for relaxing and ...

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Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

pt Health — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 19:07:55 +0000

The word “sciatica” seems to be thrown around quite often in the physical medicine world but what does it really mean when a clinician tells you that you have sciatica? In this blog post, we’ll define sciatica, talk about signs and symptoms of sciatica, discuss possible causes of sciatica, and finally address some drug-free treatment options. What is Sciatica? To begin ...

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Is This Serious? Why Does My Thumb Hurt?

pt Health — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 15:03:23 +0000

Your Thumb Pain Could Be De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis If you’re experiencing pain, pinching or swelling at the base of your thumb, it could be de Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (pronounced dih-kwer-VAINS ten-oh-sine-oh-VIE-tis). Today we’ll address thumb tendon pain that happens at the base of the thumb, a possible cause, and treatment options. If you’re seeking medical care for your symptoms, find a physiotherapy clinic ...

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Myth or Fact: Is a Heavy Backpack Bad for You?

pt Health — Wed, 06 Sep 2017 15:16:04 +0000

With the start of the school year, we’re often asked: “is carrying a heavy backpack bad for me?” While there are a lot of variables that go into answering that question, one thing we can say for sure is that carrying an excessively heavy bag, backpack, or rucksack can cause compression on your brachial plexus (the network of nerves running ...

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Is This Serious? Why Are My Hands Always Cold?

Matt Mascola — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 20:36:31 +0000

It Could Be Raynaud’s Phenomenon You may remember our post about pinky finger numbness. Well, here we’ll discuss a more debilitating condition that may cause your fingers and toes to change colour, feel extremely cold, or be painful with tingling. While many conditions can cause your fingers and toes to feel cold, we’ll focus on one cause: Raynaud’s phenomenon. Raynaud’s phenomenon is often ...

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Is the Achilles Tendon Your Weakest Link?

pt Health — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 17:46:23 +0000

Achilles heel is used as shorthand, meaning someone’s weak spot. But why is that? Is the Achilles tendon really your most vulnerable spot? Well, if you’re trying out a new exercise routine or ramping up an old one and pain flares up at the back of your foot, your Achilles tendon may, in fact, become your Achilles heel. What is an ...

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5 Tips to Avoid Golf/Tennis Elbow Pain

pt Health — Wed, 11 May 2016 14:54:32 +0000

Now that spring is here, we find it fit to talk about golf/tennis elbow even though technically any repetitive movement which puts a strain on the forearm muscle and elbow tendons can cause the condition. Wear and tear from things like typing, lifting, and even hand tool use, can cause a breakdown in tendon tissue resulting in painful inflammation surrounding ...

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How to Choose the Right Compression Garment for You

pt Health — Tue, 03 May 2016 17:22:59 +0000

Your body relies on sufficient blood flow to bathe your organs and tissues however sometimes pregnancy, age, smoking, inactivity, chronic fatigue, and certain medical conditions can slow vital circulation. When this happens, you may notice increased swelling in your arms, legs, and feet along with symptoms like varicose veins, edema, phlebitis, or even thrombosis, which is a life-threatening blood clot. ...

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