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Direct Billing for Physiotherapy: PhysioNow FAQs

August 27 | 2024
Posted by Sharon Tierney

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At PhysioNow, we receive many inquiries from our patients about our direct billing services. If it is your first time using your insurance and are unsure about the whole process, this article should help you out. Additionally, you are free to reach out to us for more personal questions and our team of experienced administrative staff would be more than happy to help you out. What is direct billing? Direct billing means that the clinic can submit the claims on your behalf to your insurance provider. Ultimately, this results in a streamlined process for our patients as you no longer…

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Trigger Finger: Why is my finger locking up?

August 19 | 2024
Posted by Sharon Tierney

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What is trigger finger? Trigger finger is a hand condition where the finger can get stuck in a bent position. Afterwards, it may straighten suddenly with a snap. Usually, the fingers most often affected are the ring finger and the thumb, but the condition can affect any finger. Depending on the severity, the locking and popping open of the finger may be quite painful. Why does it happen? The tendon sheathe becomes swollen and blocks movement. Trigger finger happens when the tendon that controls that finger can’t glide smoothly in the sheath that surrounds it. This may occur if part…

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Thumb Arthritis: Physio 101

August 13 | 2024
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Anatomy of the 1st CMC Joint The 1st Carpo-meta-carpal (CMC) joint is more commonly referred to as the thumb joint. It is located at the base of the thumb between the carpal bones and the metacarpal bones. It is classified as a saddle joint, meaning it allows the thumb to move freely in many directions. As a result of this mobility, you can perform a wide variety of complicated tasks such as opening a jar, pinching an object, writing, and holding differently shape objects. What is Thumb Arthritis? Arthritis is a general condition that can affect any joint in the…

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Could Your Biceps be Contributing to Your Shoulder Injury?

August 09 | 2024
Posted by Sharon Tierney

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Don’t Forget About Biceps Rotator cuff injuries are a common cause of shoulder pain and dysfunction. It commonly affects athletes, manual laborers, and the general population alike. While the rotator cuff itself—the group of muscles and tendons stabilizing the shoulder joint—often takes center stage in discussions, the role of the biceps tendon in these injuries is equally significant yet frequently overlooked. This blog explores the relationship between the biceps tendon and rotator cuff injuries. It will shed light on diagnosis, treatment, and injury prevention strategies of the biceps tendon. Anatomy and Function of the Biceps Tendon The biceps muscle has…

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