Physiotherapy Blog

Better sleep, a goal that many of strive for day after day. Unfortunately, the struggle to get a good night’s sleep may be known to many of us. Tossing and turning, waking up with a stiff neck or sore back, or feeling exhausted even after a full night in bed, sound familiar? At PhysioNow, we often see patients who come for back pain or neck pain, but once we treat the underlying physical tension, they start sleeping better too. Ultimately, that’s because your body and sleep quality are closely linked. Physiotherapy helps your body relax, realign, and recover, so you…

What’s the difference between leg extension and squats, and which ones better for you? If you find are an avid gym goer yourself, you’ve probably heard some version of this argument. When discussing leg workouts, there is much debate surrounding the importance of leg extension versus squat movement. Although both of these exercises can be performed in a gym setting, they provide different results based on how each exercise incorporates various types of movement patterns into your workout regimen.  Breaking down leg extensions vs squats Let’s begin with understanding the basis of these two exercises. Leg extensions are a targeted…

What Is Bell’s Palsy? Bell’s palsy is the most common form of facial paralysis worldwide. While the sudden onset of facial weakness can be alarming, the condition is usually temporary and, with appropriate care, highly treatable. Bell’s palsy is an acute, often temporary paralysis of the facial nerve, also known as the 7th cranial nerve. This nerve controls the muscles responsible for facial expression, including smiling, blinking, and closing the eyes. When the facial nerve becomes inflamed or compressed, it can result in: Pain or discomfort on one side of the face Sudden facial weakness or paralysis Difficulty performing everyday…

The holiday season is full of joy, but it also brings a fair share of stress. Shopping, planning, travel, and the pressure to find the perfect holiday gift. If you want to give something thoughtful, practical, and genuinely appreciated, PhysioNow has got you covered. Give the gift of a massage this season and your loved ones will thank you! Massage therapy is more than a luxury. It provides physical, mental, and emotional benefits that support well-being long after the holidays are over. Whether you’re shopping for a busy parent, an active athlete, or someone who simply needs a break, a…

When knee pain shows up, it can impact everything from walking, climbing stairs, playing sports, even just sitting comfortably. One of the most common reasons people feel that sharp or nagging pain inside the knee is a meniscus strain. The good news? Many meniscus injuries heal well with the right care and guidance. Let’s break down what the meniscus does, how strains happen, and how physiotherapy helps you get back to moving confidently. What is the meniscus? The menisci are optimally located between the 2 bones to provide support and cushioning. The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage inside…

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, particularly those who perform repetitive hand movements. It occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand, becomes compressed at the wrist. This can result in numbness, tingling, weakness, and pain. Ultimately, these can affect your ability to perform daily tasks including grasping, eating, typing and more. Where is the carpal tunnel? The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway located on the palm side of your wrist, surrounded by bones and ligaments. Within this tunnel, several tendons and the…

Unfortunately, Tech Neck, or neck and shoulder pain due to devices, have quietly become one of the most common complaints we see in our PhysioNow clinics today. With the rise of remote work, longer hours on laptops, back-to-back virtual meetings, and constant phone use, many people are experiencing a new kind of discomfort known as Tech Neck. This condition is more than just stiffness, it affects posture, sleep, concentration, and overall well-being. What is tech neck? Tech Neck describes pain and tightness caused by prolonged screen time in everyday life. The human body is not designed to spend hours leaning…

What is a distal humerus fracture? A distal humerus fracture is a break near the elbow end of the upper arm bone (the humerus). It is one of the more complex types of broken arm injuries because it affects the elbow joint, which is a highly mobile and delicate structure. When this area fractures, it often involves the joint surface, making the injury more complicated than a mid-shaft arm fracture. Fractures can range from simple cracks to severe, multi-fragment breaks, and this will affect healing time and the need for surgical treatment. Recovery from a humerus fracture requires proper fracture…

Have you ever felt like the room is spinning after you roll over in bed, look up at a shelf, or bend forward? It may feel like the world is moving around you even though you are still, and this is called vertigo. One of the most common causes is a condition called Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). The good news: BPPV is not dangerous and is very treatable with vestibular physiotherapy. At PhysioNow, we help treat many cases of this condition, often within just a couple of sessions! How does BPPV occur? On the very right side are the…

As another year comes to a close, it’s time to get the most of your benefits! At PhysioNow, this is a busy time for our clinic and we encourage all of our patients to take advantage and get the care they need. If you’re like most Canadians, your extended health care benefits reset at the end of the year. Maybe you’ve told yourself you’ll book that physiotherapy session “next week,” or you’ve been meaning to replace those worn-out orthotics but keep putting it off. The truth is, those benefits are there for a reason, to help you stay healthy, pain-free,…