Most patients do not experience pain during shockwave therapy but may feel some discomfort. Anesthetic is rarely used in shockwave therapy as most patients can tolerate it due to attenuation of shock from the fat pad.
Physiotherapy can help improve flexibility, but achieving contortionist-level flexibility requires a combination of factors including genetics, training, and specific contortion techniques that go beyond traditional physiotherapy practices. While physiotherapy can enhance your flexibility, reaching the level of a contortionist requires specialized training and techniques specific to contortionism.
Physiotherapy can help to determine the source of your pain and provide appropriate treatment to help reduce pain.
At Human Integrated Performance, our Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy sessions typically last between 30 and 60 minutes. During your session, our physiotherapists will assess your pelvic floor strength and evaluate any issues that may be causing pain or dysfunction. Then they will create a customized treatment plan designed specifically for you. This plan may include exercises, manual therapy techniques, and breathing strategies to help you improve your performance and prevent injury.
You should visit a physiotherapist if your pain is mechanical. Also, other reasons you may choose to attend a physical therapy session include when the pain is not going away, the pain has severely affected movement, or it prevents you from sporting activities. Any of these reasons show that it is time to see a physiotherapist.
Pelvic floor therapy can help with various conditions related to the pelvic floor, including urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, dyspareunia (painful intercourse), postpartum recovery, pre-and post-surgical pelvic conditions, and musculoskeletal issues in the pelvic region.
Yes, you can still benefit from physiotherapy even if you don’t have any specific injuries or conditions. Physiotherapy can help improve overall physical fitness, flexibility, strength, and posture. It can also provide guidance on injury prevention, optimal movement patterns, and performance enhancement for various activities or sports. Additionally, physiotherapists can offer education and advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and preventing future musculoskeletal issues.
Yes, physiotherapy can help manage chronic pain by addressing underlying physical factors contributing to pain. Physiotherapists may use a combination of manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and pain management techniques to reduce pain, improve function, and enhance quality of life.
An ankle sprain is an injury where the ligaments that support the ankle get overly stretched or torn. Ankle sprains can happen when you twist your ankle, when you land awkwardly after a jump, or when you wear high heels. Symptoms of an ankle sprain include pain, swelling, and difficulty walking.
Physiotherapy uses many techniques to help people with musculoskeletal problems. These techniques include exercise therapy, manual therapy, electrotherapy, heat and cold therapy, hydrotherapy, assistive devices, and education and advice. Physiotherapists use a combination of these techniques to create a customized treatment plan for each patient, aimed at reducing pain, improving mobility, and enhancing overall well-being.
In Alberta, physiotherapists, also known as physical therapists, are required to meet specific qualifications to practice professionally. Here’s a more detailed look:
At Human Integrated Performance, we go a step further to ensure quality and trust in our services. All of our physiotherapists are not only qualified under the rigorous standards set by the Alberta regulatory bodies but are also certified, ensuring they meet the high levels of professional practice and ethical conduct. We are committed to providing the highest standard of care to all our patients, ensuring that every treatment is personalized, evidence-based, and aligned with the latest in physiotherapy research.
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