Shin Splints

Shin Splints

By: Samantha deCastro  This is a fun one. I had a period of shin splits when I graduated university. ANY jogging/running at all, it was almost immediate. Pain all along the front of my lower leg. Luckily I did not need treatment, it just went away on its own, but...
Plantar Fascitis

Plantar Fascitis

By: Samantha deCastro  Heel pain. Plantar Fascitis. These two are almost synonymous is the musculoskeletal world. But what exactly is Plantar Fascitis?I will be honest, the prevalence of this in my office actually surprised me when I first started after...
Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis

By: Samantha deCastro This particular arthritis is the most common joint disease worldwide. It usually involves joints that weight bear, such as knees and hips, but can also be seen in the spine and extremities.OA is one of the most common we see in the clinic,...
Treatment of Osteoarthritis

Treatment of Osteoarthritis

By: Samantha deCastro When treating conditions that are progressive like osteoarthritis, the main goals include pain reduction and maintaining the ability to function.Treatments can vary, but below are the options you and your practitioner can discuss: Massage...
Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis

By: Samantha deCastro Whereas Osteoarthritis is a mechanical issue, this kind of arthritis is a systemic inflammatory disease. We see symmetrical joint pain and swelling as the disease progresses.We are still learning about Rheumatoid Arthritis, trying to understand...
Electrical Modalities

Electrical Modalities

By: Samantha deCastro Many physiotherapists and chiropractors integrate different types of electrical modalities into their practice. Why? It can help with deep heat, reduce pain, retrain muscle, and increase circulation. In this article, we will go through the more...
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