Foot and Ankle Rotations

Foot and Ankle Rotations

Stretch of the Month Foot and Ankle Rotations Move your foot and ankle in a circle as large as possible You should feel no more than a mild to moderate stretch. Repeat 10 – 20 times provided the exercise is pain free. Don’t forget to do both directions...
Soft Tissue Injury

Soft Tissue Injury

Soft Tissue Injury—Physio Clinic Newsletter—September 2015 Soft tissue injury is an injury to any of the soft tissues of the body. The most common soft tissues injured are muscles, tendons, and ligaments. These injuries often occur during sports and exercise...
Nordic Walking Class

Nordic Walking Class

Benefits of Nordic Walking – Activates 90% of body’s muscles (90% when smiling!) – Gives a 20-25% greater cardio fitness effect than normal walking without poles. – Decreases the weight load on joints of the lower body (including lower back)....
The Standing Side Stretch

The Standing Side Stretch

Stretching can improve your range of motion, increase circulation, and calm your mind—which may help fend off injuries and illness, as well as bring on a better night’s sleep. Stand with your feet together and your arms straight overhead. Clasp your hands together,...
Referred Pain

Referred Pain

One of the most common questions that physiotherapists face is “What is referred pain?” The name suggests a strange problem, one that doesn’t relate to a specific area. Put simply, referred pain is pain felt in an area that does not seem to have any...