Osteoporosis condition

Ageing is natural, in this process; bones tend to ‘degenerate’ with time. Osteoporosis can be seen in older people; more rapid in women post menopause but also older men significantly. Osteoporosis is the result of rapid bone loss & generally the process is silent and progressive. Why people develop osteoporosis? Reasons simply includes age, gender […]
The Importance of Moving Your Body Each Day

As Coronavirus cases are on the rise again, many of us may find we’re spending more time at home than we’re used to. With this extra time inside, it’s important to remember that there are many benefits that come with staying active and mobile throughout your day. Prolonged sitting can contribute to tight muscles, stiff joints, […]
Working from home – How to overcome the negative effects

If you are one of the millions of people working from home because of COVID-19, you might be wondering how to operate safely and productively in your new workspace. You may not even have a workspace set up, let alone one that is ergonomic. You may be inclined to work from your comfy couch or […]
CERVICOGENIC HEADACHES

Cervicogenic headache is when pain that is thought to be felt in the head is actually being caused by referred pain from the neck. What are some causes of neck pain that can lead to a cervicogenic headache? Poor posture- having a forward head posture and rounded shoulders can excessively stretch and/or tighten the neck […]
Achilles tendinitis

Achilles Tendinitis commonly refers to an injury of the Achilles tendon or its covering. It is an overuse injury that is common in middle-aged people who are jumpers & joggers, due to the repetitive action & increased intensity and so can occur in other activities that requires the same repetitive action. It’s an injury on the […]
Conditions treated with Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is often part of a non-surgical treatment plan that may be combined with medication. Any illnesses and diseases can be cured by physical therapy. We have listed disease of sicknesses, medical conditions, and chronic or non-chronic diseases or conditions treated by physical therapy. These ailments that can be cured with physical therapy range […]
Ankylosing spondylitis

What is Ankylosing spondylitis? Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is condition that can cause some of the vertebrae in your spine to fuse which makes the spine less flexible and can result in a hunched-forward posture. This chronic condition is caused by inflammation of the spine. It starts in the joints between your spine and pelvis, but […]
What is Vertigo? Risk and causes

Vertigo is a common ailment that affects a large number of people every year. Although it isn’t a life-threatening condition, it can affect the quality of life substantially. Vertigo is a sense of rotation, rocking, moving, or spinning experienced even when someone is perfectly still. Movement of the head or body can worsen vertigo symptoms, […]
Neck Pain

Neck pain has emerged as a common problem in people. Your neck is made up of small bones called vertebrae that extend from the skull to the upper torso. Cervical discs absorb shock between the bones. The spinal column supports your head and protects the spinal cord. The bones, ligaments, and muscles of your neck […]
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Lateral epicondylitis or Tennis Elbow is a painful condition that happens when tendons in our elbow are overloaded, generally by repetitive motions of the arm and wrist. Despite its name, players aren’t the only people who develop tennis elbow. Person whose routine work feature the types of motions that can lead to tennis elbow include […]