Pain

The Link Between Sleep and Muscle/Joint Pains

Although many of us can struggle with sleep from time to time, were you aware that poor sleep is positively associated with an increased likeliness of muscle pain?The modern way of life with consistent stress related to work, finance, social issues, and an “increasing use of smartphones” may be contributing to increased health problems via sleep-related problems.Sleep-related problems include …

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Preventing Lower Back Pain with Therapeutic Exercise And More

Did you know that therapeutic exercises are often recommended as an intervention for lower back pain? However, it can often be difficult for patients to follow through with their physiotherapist’s instructions and commit to an exercise regime.A recent study found that lower back pain is one of the current leading cause of disability worldwide. Therapeutic …

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Are you worried about your posture?

Is your poor posture starting to cause you pain? Our posture is a coordinated action of many muscles that work to maintain stability.  What does poor posture look like?Some of the most common signs of poor posture are rounded shoulders, head leaning forward or backward, stomach and hips pushed forward, swayed back, or a strained neck. …

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Facing Pain On Your Own?

Are you wondering if your injury will ever get better by itself? We hear this comment in the clinic all the time.Recent research shows that early intervention is vital.Jorven et al, (2000) conducted a study on two groups of people who had sustained a muscle injury recently. One group commenced treatment immediately while the other …

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Muscle cramps

Are sudden muscle spasms and cramps waking you up from your rest or sleep?

Muscle cramps are sudden and involuntary contractions and can be quite painful and debilitating. There are several causes of muscle cramps, including dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, muscle fatigue, and poor circulation.   How to prevent muscle cramps:– Stay HydratedStay well hydrated and maintain a balanced diet that includes sufficient electrolytes such as sodium, potassium and magnesium.– StretchStretching before …

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