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Torn Rotator Cuff – What Does It Mean?
Understanding The Care Path Through Physiotherapy And What It Means For You. How can Physiotherapy help with a torn rotator cuff problem? Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in the rehabilitation of rotator cuff tears, helping individuals regain strength, restore range...
Understanding Tendinopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
From Shoulder Tendinopathy to Achilles Tendinopathy: What You Need to Know Tendon pain and injury can be a confusing topic, particularly when you’re the one suffering. With various ‘quick fix’ options being advertised, as well as online fitness gurus proclaiming one...
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome – What It Is And How To Fix It
What You Need to Know About Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Shoulder impingement syndrome is one of the most common complaints we see in the clinic. It’s also one of the most misunderstood by patients. Impingement suggests that something is pinching, and it is commonly...
Reasons To Visit A Physical Therapist
Top Five Reasons To Visit A Physical Therapist: We’ve been in this game for a long time and one of the questions we often ask patients is, “how would you describe physio to a friend?” The responses often range from an “I don’t actually know” to a “ you’ll show...
Osteoarthritis Myths
Osteoarthritis Myths At South Island Physiotherapy, we educate patients regarding Osteoarthritis every single day. Over the past 11 years two things have become clear: 1. Osteoarthritis scares the heck out of people and 2. It is often highly misunderstood...
Back Pain Secrets
10 Back Pain Secrets Have you ever wondered what causes Back Pain (BP)? It’s a big topic and there are plenty of opinions enjoying mass circulation. For instance, you might have heard about slipped discs, pinched nerves, wear and tear, misalignment, and...
ICBC Claims
ICBC Claims So, you’ve been in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) and you're attempting to submit an ICBC claim. Not a good feeling. Your car has likely taken on some damage, you’re feeling banged up, and now you need to organize car repairs and healthcare...
IMS / Dry Needling
Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) What is Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)? IMS, also known as intramuscular stimulation or Trigger Point Dry Needling (TPND), is a form of passive treatment aimed at modifying pain and improving available range of motion during...
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapy What is Shockwave Therapy? Shockwave Therapy (SWT) is a non-invasive, non-surgical form of treatment that can accelerate healing and improve tissue health. Shockwave therapy involves the introduction of strong energy pulses to an...
The Painful Truth
Pain is often the reason people seek medical care but it is often a highly misunderstood sensation. Traditional western medicine has made leaps and bounds in our efforts to preserve life but has missed the mark on improving the quality of it. Now this may be a point...
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