Acupuncture for Scar Tissue Treatment
Acupuncture can be used to address damaged tissues by activating the physiological responses that can decrease sensations of pain and soreness. As a registered massage therapist and acupuncturist, I have recommended the use of acupuncture for scar tissue treatment in cases where it can effectively help the healing process. In this article, we examine the nature of scar tissue, how the body heals, as well as when and how acupuncture can be effective in scar tissue treatment. What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is the application of a stimulus (energy) in the form of an acupuncture needle, to a meaningful location on [...]
Mobile Physiotherapy in Peterborough
After having our first child in March 2019, my wife and I decided that it was time to relocate from our small apartment in downtown Toronto. We looked at many different options, but after much debate, we decided that Peterborough would be the right spot for us! Just an hour outside of Toronto, but with full access to all of the outdoor activities we love, the Kawartha region seemed to call our name. In November 2019, we bought our first house and moved to the west side of Peterborough shortly after! Once we knew where we would be living, [...]
Tele-Rehabilitation Services & Emergency Care Needs
These are unprecedented and challenging times for people all over the world. It is particularly stressful for those vulnerable in our society including the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions. The COVID-19 virus has challenged all aspects of our health care system including hospitals, rehab settings and private clinics. At Propel Physiotherapy, we closed our clinics on Wednesday, March 18 to ensure the safety of our clients, staff and community. Staff will continue to answer phone calls and to help answer all your questions and needs. Remember that we are available by e-mail, Instagram, and Facebook as well! In-Home [...]
Plantar Fasciitis Pain Management
If you have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, the good news is there are strategies and treatment options available to you. Plantar fasciitis pain management involves simple, non-invasive treatments and the prognosis is good, if you are seeking treatment for this issue. However, if left untreated, it is possible to develop more serious conditions such as plantar fasciosis, which is a great reason to seek help as soon as possible following injury. What Causes Plantar Fasciitis Pain? Plantar fasciitis is a condition that results in inflammation (swelling) to the tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot (plantar fascia). [...]
Diffuse Axonal Brain Injury: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Diffuse axonal brain injury is one way to classify types of brain injuries according to the mechanism of the injury or the severity and type of trauma occurring in the brain; the other being focal brain injury. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs as a result of an external force causing injury to the brain with focal injuries occurring in a specific location and diffuse occurring over a wider area in the brain. TBI is a broad term that describes a vast spectrum of injuries that occur in the brain The impact of brain injuries is widespread. The advocacy association [...]
Shockwave Therapy for Lateral Epicondylitis
At Propel Physiotherapy, we often recommend our clients try shockwave therapy for lateral epicondylitis. Due to its low-intensity nature, treatment can be observed with little, to no, side effects. Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive therapeutic device that works by delivering acoustic waves to the site of injury. The machine uses kinetic energy to reach the target area via a small applicator at the head of the SWT handle. This energy penetrates the skin sending a radial wave as deep as 7 centimetres into the body, with the highest pressure felt at the surface of the body. What is Lateral Epicondylitis? [...]