Physiotherapy Blog

Whether you’re a long time runner, or just getting into it now, you may have experienced the frustration of a pain in your shins. Shin splints are a common overuse injury in the running community, usually due to a new or a change in the training routine. Shin splints can be very frustrating to deal with as they can quickly ramp up in severity if ignored, and take you away from your normal routine to recover. In this blog, we’ll discuss the difference between shin splints and stress fractures in the bone, how to identify which one you have, and…

Some of PhysioNow’s own Physiotherapists are HYROX competitors! Pictured above are Gary and Kieran It’s been all over social media and people can’t stop talking about it! HYROX has been called the ultimate test of fitness as it combines 8km of running with 8 different exercises to create a punishing, but rewarding workout! Completing a HYROX event is a big accomplishment, pushing athletes to their power, strength, and endurance maximums. However, this type of training puts the body under an incredible load and recently, us Physiotherapists have seen a huge increase in overuse related injuries with HYROX athletes. What kind…

Have you been experiencing pain on the outside of your hip recently? Or maybe you notice a sharp twinge every time you climb the stairs, step out of the car, or try to lie on your side at night? If this sounds familiar, you aren’t alone. Outer hip pain is incredibly common, and very often, the main culprit is a condition called gluteal tendinopathy. Oftentimes, this can be accompanied by a bursitis and is generally classified as Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS). Either way, the condition and pain is very treatable with Physiotherapy and we’ll go over how today. What…

Diastasis recti is a common condition that affects many individuals, particularly during and after pregnancy. While it’s often discussed in postpartum recovery, it can also occur in men and individuals with increased abdominal pressure. Understanding this condition and how physiotherapy can help is key to a safe and effective recovery. What is diastasis recti? Diastasis recti refers to the partial or complete separation of the left and right sides of the rectus abdominis (think of your classic six pack) muscle. This occurs when the connective tissue between them, called the linea alba, becomes stretched, thinned and weakened. This separation can lead to: A visible bulge in the abdomen at, above or below your umbilicus Coning or doming of the abdomen during activities like crunches Core weakness Poor posture Lower back pain Pelvic instability While diastasis recti is painless, it can lead to functional issues and a change in physical appearance…

Is your kid complaining about a persistent knee pain under their knee? Does it bother them the most after physical activity, especially basketball, volleyball, soccer player or other sport? If so, they might be dealing with a condition called Osgood Schlatter’s Disease. Dont’ worry, it sounds scary but it’s very common and manageable with Physiotherapy! What is Osgood Schlatter’s? To put it in simple terms, Osgoode Schlatter’s is the inflammation of a part of the tibia (shin bone), right where the tendon attaches. Repetitive and high force contraction of the tendon puts pressure on the growth plate, causing irritation over…

It’s a dull, aching pain around your kneecap that you can’t quite touch. Runner’s knee, or clinically known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), is a very common cause of knee pain. The good news is, it us very treatable especially if you catch it early. In this blog, we’ll break down what runner’s knee is, how it happens, and tips to avoid it whether you’re gearing up for a marathon of just getting into running. What is runner’s knee? Runner’s knee isn’t as specific of a diagnosis as say, a hamstring strain. It is an umbrella term for pain where…

Most of us have experienced a muscle strain at some point in our lives. It might have been after running too fast, changing directions quickly, picking up something too heavy. Muscle strains, especially in the hamstring, groin and calves, are common occurrences for soccer players. What about soccer stretches these muscles to and beyond their limits? Why do soccer players experience muscle strains? Muscles are composed of many different fibres that work together as a unit. Muscle strains occur when muscle fibres get overstretched or experience too much force. Due to the nature of soccer, these movements happen regularly. For example, the quick starts, stops, and pivots all require muscles to be firing at full blast to generate and resist huge amounts of power. As these changes have to occur in split seconds, the muscles have to absorb then create this power in a very short amount of time, and…

With the World Cup in full swing, the soccer season is in full swing. Even if you’re not a professional athlete, whether you’re playing in a league, drop in, or registering for a friendly tournament, you should always be on the lookout for overuse injuries. Most of us are familiar with that bone-deep fatigue after the final whistle blows or the timer hits 0, and the adrenaline comes to the end. It’s that legs shaking feeling, a pain that you didn’t notice or were able to ignore before that we call a post-tournament or post-game fatigue. In this blog, we’ll…

Pediatric Physiotherapy is a specialization that focuses on infants, and children. It is widely recognized that the bodies and brains of our children are vastly different than an adults. From the way they learn, heal, and constantly are developing, we need to treat them differently as well. While the average sports injuries, strains, sprains, fractures and more are all still present in this age group, there are also unique conditions that are managed by pediatric physiotherapists. In this blog, we will discuss the more specialized situations that are unique to a pediatric population, and how Pediatric Physiotherapy is uniquely configured…

With the World Cup starting imminently, soccer fans are waiting to see their idols perform. One of the big stories going into the tournament is Brazil’s star forward, Neymar, experiencing an injury that could affect not only his performance, but even his participation in the upcoming games. This injury was a grade 2 calf strain, a pretty common injury all things considered. Today we’ll go over what the injury is, what recovery is like, and how to prevent similar injuries from happening to yourself. What is a calf strain? Everytime we push off with our toes, we are using the…