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Certified athletic professionals work closely with athletic teams, to evaluate their performance during game time. They work in conjunction with specialists and provide athletes excellent physiological care. Their work includes training, game preparation, on-site medical assistance, and physiological conditioning. They play a key role in developing the player’s physical capabilities, without messing up their biomechanics. […]

Shoulder impingement may be caused by any injury to the shoulder ligaments, bursa, rotator cuff, or abnormality in the shoulder bones. The onset of osteoarthritis in the shoulder may also result in shoulder impingement. The may initially suffers from pain and loss of range of motion in the shoulder region. Eventually, if not treated this […]

Developmental paediatrics is concerned with the way children grow and mature from birth to adulthood. Physical therapy has a completely different approach when dealing with a disorder as this, which requires patience, know-how about the physical and mental development in kids. Different treatment plans work for different children, as they have distinct developmental delay problems. […]

Intensive throwing or swinging sports such as baseball or hockey often experience their fair share of shoulder related injuries. These injuries include simple dislocations, major ligament tears, and in worse cases even trauma. Recovery period after surgery can last up to weeks if not months. Sports athletes cannot afford to stay out of the game […]

Sports hernia more appropriately termed Gilmore’s groin, is a core muscle injury commonly associated with sports that involve strenuous kicking or twisting movements. Surgery should be the last resort for the treatment of this injury, as it will leave you in bed rest for weeks. Physical therapy can to some extent remedy this injury but […]

Damaged muscle tissue can cause the condition known as Tennis Elbow in the muscles that extend when the wrist and fingers are used for any physical activity. Although this condition occurs in 40% of tennis players, it can also occur with any person involved in repetitive manual activities. Tennis Elbow occurs in two stages, chronic […]

A Kinesio tape is an elastic cotton tape that is stuck to our skin using an acrylic adhesive. Physiotherapists use this in a procedure known a kinesiology taping. This cotton tape is bendy and closely mimics the attributes of our muscles. Kinesiology taping is a simple procedure, wherein the Kinesio tape is applied to the […]

Current lifestyle habits, old age, diseases and injuries take a toll on our knees and cause varying levels of knee pain. Knee pain can restrict movement, affect muscle control, and reduce the strength and endurance of the muscles supporting the knee. Treatment for knee pain is available in various forms such as surgery, medication and […]

Athletic therapy has a multitude of benefits and they are not limited only to athletes. Any active individual experiencing pain due to an injury or surgery can access the benefits of athletic therapy. Here’s everything you need to know before you get in touch with your local athletic therapy services. What is athletic therapy? Athletic […]

Physical exercise is essential in order to burn calories and to lose weight. Exercise keeps the body in excellent shape and prevents the onset of diseases in the body. To stay fit and healthy, regular exercise or physical therapy is crucial. Physical therapy, when performed regularly and for an appropriate duration, can promote weight loss […]

Physical therapy has innumerable benefits for various diseases. But did you know that physical therapy can also aid in improving breathing? Patients suffering from pulmonary disorders and other disorders can use exercise therapy to improve their breathing. Exercise therapy can facilitate breathing in the following ways. 1) Improves oxygen utilization Physical therapy improves oxygen utilization […]

Injury specific rehabilitation is meant for the recovery of an athlete or a patient who has sustained physical injury. This program includes flexibility exercises, strengthening exercises, endurance activities, and coordination and agility training. This program is meant to return the same functionality of the muscles pre-injury. Physical therapy is part of the rehabilitation program. It […]

Citizens above the age of 65 often experience balance problems. This is due to muscle weakness, joint stiffness, and inner ear problems caused because of old age. Such problems can also be caused by medical diseases, Parkinson’s and brain or spinal injury. These problems force the elderly to adopt a sedentary lifestyle and the host […]

What is athletic therapy and Sports rehabilitation? Edmonton athletic therapy is a rehabilitation centre providing immediate healthcare and Sports rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries by certified athletic therapists. It involves the assessment and treatment of dysfunctionalities caused by pain and injury. Only a certified athletic therapist can practice athletic therapy and sports rehabilitation. Who can benefit […]

If you’re tired of the unbearable pain that tendonitis brings despite shelling out big bucks on pointless therapies with no noticeable results, Kinesio Taping is just the solution for you. It is a major breakthrough in the world of physical therapy providing instant pain relief results. What is Kinesio Taping? It is a highly effective […]

Sports Hernia or Athletic Pubalgia is a condition in which the junction of the leg and the torso gets injured. It is very common in sports which place excessive stress on the groin and pelvic region through kicking and twisting movements. In some cases, Sports Hernia or Athletic Pubalgia is also known as the sportsman’s […]

If you’re an athlete, then injuries would be pretty common to you. Well, it’s obvious because sports injuries can happen anywhere in the body, and they don’t necessarily have to be related to bruises or swellings. Injury can be related to twisting of joints or any stiff blow to the muscles. Types of injuries are […]

The spinal column is made up of 26 bones (vertebrae), which are cushioned by disks. The disk protects the bones by absorbing the shocks from daily activities like walking, lifting and twisting. Each disk consists of two parts – a soft, gelatinous inner portion and a tough outer ring. Weakness or injury can cause the […]

A condition characterized by damage and tearing of the connective tissue surrounding the elbow joint with subsequent displacement of the bones forming the joint, so they are no longer situated next to each other, is termed as an elbow dislocation. In other words, an elbow dislocation occurs when the bones of the forearm (the radius […]

Wrist injuries are common for those who perform a lot of physical work, especially with their hands. It becomes a serious problem when the ligaments of your wrist are significantly damaged. If such an injury is not corrected, it typically continues to cause problems. ​ Wrist being by far the most complex joint is made […]