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Glute tendinopathy is a condition that affects the tendons located in the gluteal region. Glute tendinopathy can cause significant pain and discomfort, making it difficult to carry out daily activities. While it may be tempting to just “push through” the pain this is not recommended as it can make the
If you’re one of the many people who love to play golf or engage in other activities that require repetitive gripping and twisting, you may find yourself experiencing pain and discomfort in your elbow. Known as golfer’s elbow, this condition can be frustrating and debilitating, causing you to miss out
Shoulder pain can be caused by several factors such as sporting injuries, overuse, or age-related changes. Shoulder impingement syndrome is one such condition that causes discomfort to the shoulder joint. Commonly referred to as swimmer’s shoulder, this condition arises due to tendon inflammation and irritation when the arm bones move.
Functional neurological disorder (FND) is a condition where a person experiences various neurological symptoms such as tremors, paralysis and sensory disturbances without any underlying structural damage to the nervous system. It is believed that FND is caused by a problem with the way the brain and body communicate with each
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a medical condition that causes widespread pain and tenderness in the body’s muscles and soft tissues. This condition can cause significant physical and emotional distress that can have a profound impact on one’s quality of life. Many
Costochondritis refers to an inflammation of the cartilage that joins your ribs and breastbone. This condition can be caused by repetitive injuries, viral infections or physical trauma. It is a painful condition that can interfere with your daily activities. The good news is that costochondritis is usually treatable but the
An elbow UCL sprain is a common injury that affects many people. It happens when the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the elbow gets stretched or torn due to overuse or repetitive stress. For athletes and active individuals this type of injury can be incredibly frustrating as it can limit
Chronic pain is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be caused by various reasons such as injury, genetic predisposition, age and underlying medical conditions. For those who suffer from chronic pain the pain can be so severe that it impacts their quality of life, mobility
With November being upon us the time is coming for everyone’s least favourite season of the year – wintertime! With that comes shoveling snow – an activity associated with sore backs, sore shoulders and unfortunately even heart attacks. In this brief blog I share three tips that, while not perfect
Cervical stenosis is a condition that affects the neck and spine. This condition happens when the spinal canal in the neck narrows putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots. Cervical stenosis can cause severe pain, numbness, tingling and weakness. It’s essential to get the right treatment for cervical