by Deborah Hunter | Aug 2, 2022 | Injury & Pain Management
Osteoporosis : the silent disease Osteoporosis is a common condition that adversely affects bone health for people 50 years and older. And with age, bones become brittle and fragile, with increased risks of fractures in locations such as the wrist, spine and hip....
by Deborah Hunter | Jun 28, 2022 | Injury & Pain Management
What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome? Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a broad term used to describe discomfort around the knee joint. Discomfort typically occurs between the kneecap (patella) and thigh bone (femur). Nicknamed ‘Runner’s Knee’, PFPS is...
by Deborah Hunter | May 31, 2022 | Injury & Pain Management
At every age we want to be able to live and enjoy life to its fullest. Being healthy and physically strong affords greater independence and choices. In particular, when your abdominal muscles are strong, they help support and stabilize the spine, making everyday...
by Deborah Hunter | Mar 27, 2022 | Injury & Pain Management
One of the most vulnerable periods for sustaining a physical injury is a few weeks after starting a new exercise program. Likewise, the risk of injury is greater when returning to exercise after a hiatus. In a recent blog, we considered WHY injury occurs when...
by Deborah Hunter | Mar 15, 2022 | Injury & Pain Management
You are in good hands Our hands are valuable tools we use daily to complete numerous tasks. And human hands are unique, due to our multi-jointed fingers and our opposable thumb. Unlike most other living beings, this uniqueness enables us to firmly grasp and manipulate...
by Deborah Hunter | Mar 1, 2022 | Injury & Pain Management
The ups and downs of exercise Many of us know exercise and activity are good for us. It slows the ageing process and increases our wellbeing and happiness. Too, exercise enhances our ability to think clearly and improves our sleep quality. When you begin an exercise...
