Oftentimes, after a sports injury, especially if its minor, you might try for a couple days or weeks to see if it heals by itself. You may do some research online, try some exercises from a video, and take it easy for a while. Does this sound like you? Unfortunately, with this method, you may feel like you are not recovering, or your pain/injury is still stopping you from doing the activities you want. It’s frustrating, but in most of the cases, the issue is not what you’re doing but how you’re doing it. In physiotherapy, the ultimate goal is…

Shoulder pain is one of the most common reasons adults over 40 seek treatment at our clinics. Whether it’s that persistent dull ache while lifting your arm, a sharp pain when reaching overhead, or stiffness when trying to sleep, shoulder pain can significantly disrupt your daily life. At our clinic, we often see patients who don’t realize how much shoulder physiotherapy can help—both to relieve pain and prevent long-term issues. Usually, people will come in for help once it starts to affect their sports and physical activity, or when they can no longer perform every day tasks like reaching a…

Pickleball has exploded in popularity in the last couple of years across North America, with outdoor courts and racquet clubs popping up everywhere. The appeal is obvious as a fun, competitive or casual, social sport that can accommodate all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re previous athlete or just trying for the first time, the greatest draw of pickleball is it’s accessibility. As Physiotherapists, we have also encountered a lot more pickleball-induced injuries recently. In this blog we’ll discuss the most common ones we see and a couple of tips to help you stay injury free this summer! What are…

Summer is finally here and it’s the season where people start to get a lot more active. As physiotherapists, we love to see people getting back to their sports whether its hiking, biking, running marathons, playing sports, or more! However, as people get back into the swing of things, we unfortunately see a rise in injuries around this time as well. Usually, we see a lot of overuse injuries, or strains and sprains, as people push their bodies just the slightest bit too quickly. To help combat this trend, PhysioNow has prepared a list of the best physiotherapy tips to…

Concussions are one of the most prevalent and most misunderstood athletic injuries. Also known as an “invisible injury,” because it cannot be seen, but has a huge impact on brain function. Usually, a concussion happens when an individual suffers a direct or indirect force to the head that causes the brain to accelerate and decelerate rapidly within the skull. Unlike what people think, there does not have to be a direct blow to the head for someone to develop a concussion. While it can happen from a hit to the head from a ball, puck, or person, it can also happen…

A slew of setbacks, most notably a serious knee injury and the resulting muscular strains, are the cause of Neymar’s physical issues. In October 2023, Neymar ruptured his meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee while playing for Brazil. Consequently, he was out of commission for about a year which needed a surgery and prolonged rehabilitation. Afterwards, he returned in October 2024, making a fleeting appearance for his team, Al Hilal, in a Champions League game. However, Neymar sustained a thigh injury in a Champions League match against Esteghlal FC barely two weeks after his return. After just 29 minutes of play, he was forced to leave the field. Al Hilal acknowledged that he had to miss up to six weeks of action due to a hamstring issue.  These recurring injuries highlight the challenges athletes face when returning to play after significant injuries. Doctors had warned Neymar…

The hip joint is one of the most important joints for athletes, it is used in movements such as running, jumping, changing in direction, and kicking. In high impact sports, the chance of injuring the hip increases. For example, this can range from minor muscle strains to major structural pathologies, including fractures. Even with the best preventative strategies, hip injuries do occur in sports either from overuse or acute trauma. However, athletes can get back to full recovery and performance if the injury is diagnosed early and managed appropriately. Types of Hip Injuries Muscle Strains Kicking is a common method…

Both ice and heat therapy are commonly used in Physiotherapy clinics and at home for pain relief and injury recovery. Each therapy has its own mechanism of action (how it works) and advantages. Read more to find out how each therapy affects you, and which one may suit your situation more. What are the effects of ice therapy (cryotherapy)? Slows blood flow: First, the main mechanism in how cold therapy works is by constricting blood vessels (vasoconstriction). As a result, this can help reduce bleeding, bruising, and swelling after an injury Reduces inflammation: Additionally, through vasoconstriction, cold therapy minimizes the…

Deadlifting is a highly effective exercise for building strength, especially in the posterior chain (glutes, lower back, and hamstrings). However, improper technique or a lack of foundational strength can lead to injuries, especially in the hamstring. If you are an avid lifter or just looking to get started with deadlifting, here is a quick guide on preventing and recovering from hamstring strains related to deadlifting. What do the hamstrings do in a deadlift? The hamstrings are a group of three muscles located at the back of your thigh: the biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus. These muscles are primarily responsible for…

An ankle sprain is one of the most common injuries. Rest, ice, compression, and elevation, or the RICE rule, will be the go-to’s for ankle sprains. In most cases, ankle sprains heal between 4-12 weeks depending on the severity of the injury. Although the injuries will heal with time, a failure to seek treatment and physical rehabilitation for your ankle after just one injury is enough to leave it weaker. Consequently, this makes your ankle more vulnerable to future sprains or chronic instability. Interestingly, about 20% of ankle sprains are estimated to lead to chronic instability. What causes you chronic…