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If you have experienced prolonged and routine bouts of back pain, you’re not the only one. Pain in the back is among the leading 25 reasons for incapacity around the world, and it’s also one of the most typical reasons people miss school or work. As a matter of fact, it’s estimated that up to

If you have ever struggled with plantar fasciitis, you understand how painful it is: it’s the sensation of being stabbed in the heel with a hot needle over and over with every step you take. When you walk or run, particularly on surfaces that are unyielding and hard, the pressure exerted by your body weight

Sports can be a fantastic way to keep fit, grow self-confidence, and get to know new people. Whether you’re a world-class professional athlete or a casual weekend warrior, chances are at some point in time you’ve suffered an injury. In fact, roughly seventy percent of all recreational players experience some type of aches, pains, or

It’s almost inescapable: If you spend extended time seated at a desk, drive for a living, or have to lift heavy objects regularly, then one way or another you’ll probably experience some kind of back or leg pain brought on by sciatica. Sciatica is a frequent ailment that can trigger discomfort in the back and

Let’s Talk About Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy If you know us, you know that we’re active proponents of pelvic floor physiotherapy. At Stay Active Rehabilitation, we strive to empower the overall health of women and help you attain the highest quality of life. We wanted to provide you with a FREE resource detailing the main benefits

Pain caused by sciatica begins in the lower back and makes its way down one leg, occasionally reaching the foot too.

As winter weather becomes a thing of the past, we’re all ready to get back to being active. As we gradually take on more physical activity this spring, it is important that we ease back in with our safety in mind. Ensuring that we treat our injuries and chronic pain with attention is key to

Vestibular Therapy  North York | Downtown Toronto   What is vestibular therapy? Vestibular therapy is an exercise-based program, designed by a physiotherapist, to improve balance and reduce problems related to many vestibular – inner ear – disorders.   People with vestibular disorders often experience problems with: Vertigo Dizziness Visual disturbance/imbalance Evidence has shown that vestibular therapy

Adopting the correct sitting position and posture can help maintain a healthy back and spine. Does your job require you to be seated for long periods of time or are you still working from home? Maybe you’ve been experiencing back or neck pain as a result. While lower back pain is very common, most people

Is there a connection between chronic LBP and Pelvic floor dysfunction? Recent studies have shown that there might indeed be a connection. Patients struggling with Lower Back Pain have been observed to also have Pelvic floor dysfunction. The incidence of these two conditions is more common than most physicians actually know. It will interest you

Experiencing a debilitating injury is something everyone wants to avoid as much as possible. However, the reality of life is that it can happen to anyone, thanks to a number of factors. Among other things, your mobility is likely to be affected after an injury. Knowing what to do and what to avoid are the

Outdoor physical activity this summer is a welcome change after the COVID lockdown, but our bodies, confined for months indoors, may not be up to the challenge, and this can lead to injury.