Bursitis

Bursitis

This is a statement we hear all too often in Physio clinics. Bursitis is perhaps one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed conditions affecting the musculo-skeletal system. First of all, let’s define what a bursa is. A bursa is a fluid-filled sack that your body...
Backpacks are a Pain in the Neck.

Backpacks are a Pain in the Neck.

Many children head off to school with their backpacks loaded with heavy books and school materials. How do you know when a load is too much, and what are the risks to your child? When a heavy load is placed on your back, the vertebrae, muscles and ligaments must...
Take the Pain Out of Raking

Take the Pain Out of Raking

  Take the Pain Out of Raking Well it is that time of year again and some of us are dreading all that raking. The only fun part is that our toddlers love to jump into that massive pile of leaves and spread them all out again. Here are some tips from your local...
PLANTAR FASCIITIS – Just When You Wish You Could Fly.

PLANTAR FASCIITIS – Just When You Wish You Could Fly.

PLANTAR FASCIITIS Just When You Wish You Could Fly.                                                                                                                            When you take your first few steps in the morning do you get severe pain in your heel? Or...
What is IMS?

What is IMS?

What is IMS? IMS involves the insertion of fine acupuncture type needles into the body where muscles have shortened or contracted. It is problems at these points that are often at the root of long term pain. While a muscle is tight and contracted it can’t heal...
Green Power

Green Power

Wave Physiotherapy is bullfrogpowered® with green energy! This means that Bullfrog’s generators put 100% green electricity onto the grid to match the amount of electricity our organization purchases. Basically, Bullfrog ensures the electricity going onto the...