Dequervain’s Tenosynovitis
What is it and what are the symptoms? Dequervain’s tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects the wrist area. It is an overuse injury that occurs from repetitive use of the hands, thumb and wrist which causes inflammation to the thumb tendons resulting in the following symptoms: Who gets it? Dequervain’s tenosynovitis is caused by […]
How Physiotherapy Can Help With Dislocations
A dislocation occurs when the bones in a joint are out of place completely, where as a subluxation is where the bones are partially out of place. This can happen suddenly, such as in a fall or an accident, or it can happen gradually over time, due to overuse or injury. Dislocations can affect any […]
How To Treat Bursitis
What is bursitis? Bursitis is a condition that occurs when a bursa, a small, fluid-filled sac that cushions joints and tendons, becomes inflamed. Bursae are located around joints throughout the body, including the shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, and heels. When a bursa becomes inflamed, it can cause pain, swelling, and redness in the affected area. […]
