Cerebral palsy is a movement disorder caused by abnormal development or damage to the brain during pregnancy, childbirth or infancy. Cerebral palsy physiotherapy aims to target the specific motor symptoms of cerebral palsy and reduce long term complications. At Propel Physiotherapy, our physiotherapy programs are tailored to the unique [...]
Pediatric scoliosis is a condition where the spine abnormally curves sideways or rotates affecting the normal curvature of the spine. The condition can range from mild to severe leading to a variety of symptoms depending on the individual presentation. Most forms of scoliosis are treated with nonsurgical management with [...]
Uterine prolapse is a common condition that occurs as women age. Weakening of the structures surrounding the uterus cause the uterus to drop into the vagina. It is estimated that nearly half of all women over 50 have a prolapsed uterus.[i] In this article we will look at the risk [...]
The hip absorbs great stresses and forces as it bears weight while we are standing and walking. As a result, hip pain is common in structures including the joint and muscles surrounding the hip, ligaments or the hip capsule or labrum. More than 63,000 hip replacements were performed in [...]
