Understanding Rotator Cuff Strain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment A rotator cuff strain is a common injury, especially among people who engage in repetitive shoulder movements. Whether you're an athlete, a…
EmanualSeptember 24, 2024
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Dry Needling Dry needling is a technique that acupuncturists, physical therapists and other trained healthcare providers use to treat musculoskeletal pain and movement issues. It’s almost always used as part…
Centre4HealthAugust 2, 2024
Deep tissue massage is ideal for those who are looking for a whole-body massage and the therapeutic benefits of firm pressure. On the other hand, remedial massage is a targeted…
Centre4HealthJuly 15, 2024
What is myofascial pain syndrome? Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic condition that arises from inflammation in your muscles and fascia (the thin, connective tissue that surrounds your muscles). “Myo” means muscle…
Centre4HealthJuly 6, 2024
We all know that sleep is important, but how important is it really for our muscles' recovery? Well, the importance of sleep is so critical, in fact, that it has…
Centre4HealthJune 25, 2024
People might experience pain differently depending on various emotional and cognitive factors (belief, past experience, anxiety, and expectations). These factors can substantially shape the experience of pain. They function as a…
Centre4HealthJune 22, 2024
Sciatica Sciatica happens when irritation, inflammation, pinching or compression affect the sciatic nerve that run down your lower back and into your legs. It’s usually not a serious or dangerous…
Centre4HealthJune 15, 2024
Understanding Tennis Elbow: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition affecting the outer part of the elbow due to overuse or repetitive strain.…
Centre4HealthJune 3, 2024
Compartment Syndrome Compartment syndrome is a painful condition that occurs when pressure within the muscles builds to dangerous levels. This pressure can decrease blood flow, which prevents nourishment and oxygen…
Centre4HealthMay 27, 2024
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk…
Jordy RyanMay 14, 2024
Cervical Radiculopathy Cervical Radiculopathy occurs when the nerve roots in the neck are compressed or irritated by surrounding structures. Often it is a result of degeneration seen with aging but…
Centre4HealthMay 10, 2024
How do we develop problematic postures? Posture can be a result of a congenital condition, however more often that not is a result of poor ergonomics/biomechanics of the body, how…
Centre4HealthMay 10, 2024
Living with pain isn’t easy. It can heavily impact on many aspects of our lives including our mental health. People living with chronic pain are at heightened risk for mental…
Centre4HealthApril 23, 2024
Osteoarthritis This serious, painful condition is the most common form of arthritis and can affect any joint. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that can affect the many tissues of…
Centre4HealthMarch 16, 2024
Benefits Massage therapy offers physical and mental benefits, including improving circulation, promoting stress relief and easing tension. It may also improve sleep quality. Studies confirm that massage can have a…
Jordy RyanMarch 12, 2024
What is scoliosis? The spine is made up of a stack of rectangular-shaped building blocks called vertebrae. When viewed from behind, the spine normally appears straight. However, a spine affected…
Centre4HealthMarch 2, 2024
Myofascial trigger points can cause chronic pain and affect a person’s range of motion. This can have a large impact on quality of life, mood, physical ability, and health. For…
Centre4HealthFebruary 20, 2024
A muscle strain is different from a muscle tear, many people get these injuries confused. A strain is an injury that involves a muscle or tendon being overstretched. Your doctor…
Jordy RyanJanuary 4, 2024
What is Myelopathy? Myelopathy is an injury to the spinal cord caused by severe compression that may be a result of spinal stenosis, disc degeneration, disc herniation, autoimmune disorders or…
Jordy RyanNovember 28, 2023
