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A pain in the foot: what you need to know about plantar fasciitis

pt Health — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 17:44:57 +0000

?? Plantar fasciitis, often thought of as heel pain, is one of the most common causes of foot pain and will affect nearly 10% of all people at some point in their lives. While most people experience pain in the heel, others can have discomfort under the arch of the foot. Pain from plantar fasciitis can prevent you from running ...

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What exactly is cupping therapy?

pt Health — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:30:29 +0000

Cupping therapy (aka myofascial decompression) can be traced back to ancient Chinese, Egyptian and Middle Eastern cultures. The technique is even described in one of the oldest medical textbooks in the world, the Ebers Papyrus, which means that ancient Egyptians may have been using cupping therapy as early as 1550 B.C. In cupping therapy, the therapist places cups (which can be ...

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How to keep your hands healthy and moisturized this winter

pt Health — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 15:29:44 +0000

With the temperatures dropping, it is not unusual experience dry hands that itch and may even crack. We still have many months of this ahead of us, so how can we best manage our hands? There are other factors, besides hand hygiene, which contribute to making our hands vulnerable. Addressing these will go a long way in preventing hand irritation. ...

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Relieve low back pain with these easy movements

pt Health — Sun, 07 Nov 2021 18:12:55 +0000

4 out of 5 Canadians will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Back pain can vary from a minor annoyance to a debilitating condition. Next time it strikes, try these safe easy to do movements that can help relieve discomfort and get you moving comfortably again. To open the infographic and make it larger, click here. Note: The information listed ...

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What is causing my jaw pain?

pt Health — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:35:37 +0000

Do you experience pain in your jaw when you’re chewing, do you hear clicking or popping sounds when you open or close your mouth, are you suffering from headaches, pain in your ear, face, jaw, or neck, or has your jaw locked and are you unable to move it? If so, you may be experiencing problems with your temporomandibular joint ...

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The PEACE and LOVE approach to injury recovery

pt Health — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:30:27 +0000

Note: The content in this blog is not intended to replace the advice of your clinician. If you are unsure about following any of the below steps, please speak to your clinician. Have you ever sprained your ankle or pulled a muscle and been told to give it RICE? RICE is a widely accepted principle of soft tissue injury management that ...

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What is causing my shin pain and how can I treat it at home?

pt Health — Sat, 18 Sep 2021 18:38:27 +0000

You might think that shin pain happens to runners, but this issue can happen to anyone who has recently intensified their level of physical activity. Shin pain, also known as “shin splints”, is a condition caused by inflammation of the tibialis posterior muscle. This muscle runs along the front and inside of the tibia, or “shin bone”. How does the tibialis posterior ...

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Tips for happier hips

pt Health — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 20:00:51 +0000

What could be causing your hip area discomfort? In day to day life, people in general are moving a lot less than they used to. They are combining errands, ordering online, and working from their home offices. They are no longer walking or commuting to work, meeting friends for drinks, or going out to museums or sporting events – resulting ...

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Mindfulness meditation for chronic pain

pt Health — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:56:20 +0000

Chronic pain – defined as “persistent or recurring pain lasting longer than 3 months – affects roughly one in five Canadians. Chronic pain can negatively impact the quality of life by interfering with sleep, physical function, professional life, social life and familial relationships. Sometimes, having chronic pain can leave you feeling helpless, but did you know that practicing meditation and mindfulness has actually ...

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Don’t let neck pain get in the way. Ease your discomfort with these tips

pt Health — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:28:01 +0000

During the pandemic, many people have shifted to working from home. After more than a year, a growing number of people are discovering that working from home can be a real pain in the neck – literally! Has a previously occasional nagging pain or stiffness in your neck become more focalized within your everyday life? You’re not the only one who’s neck deep in strife – we’re here ...

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Experiencing knee pain? These stretches and exercises can help

pt Health — Sat, 05 Jun 2021 17:23:27 +0000

Note: The knee pain exercises and/or stretches in this blog are not intended to replace the advice of your clinician. Starting a new exercise, stretch, movement, or activity may result in some expected stiffness and soreness. If you are unsure, please speak to your clinician before attempting any of the suggestions below. The knee is a complex joint designed to withstand different ...

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