FAQ’s about Shoulder Impingement:
What are the Symptoms of Shoulder Impingement? Commonly rotator cuff impingement has the following symptoms: â–ª An arc of shoulder pain approximately when your arm is at shoulder height and/or when your arm is overhead â–ª Shoulder pain that can extend from the top of the shoulder down the arm to the elbow â–ª Pain […]
Sore shoulder when raising the arm?
Do you get a sharp pain in your shoulder when you are performing tasks like brushing your hair, putting on certain clothes or showering? Is it somewhat inconsistent? Like, moving out to the side might be okay, but straight up overhead can hurt and then come and go from day to day? Or maybe it […]
Stress & Nutrition: Separating Fact from Fiction for Better Health
As per our previous blogs we have made note of how ingrained stress has become in our lives. We have also noted the challenges that our typical environments place on us, resulting in more difficulty in managing stress. But it is important to understand it, how it affects you and what you find useful to […]
Stress in today’s lifestyle
Stress is incredibly common in our current lifestyles. We are constantly bouncing from deadline to deadline whether it is home, the workplace or even socially. It’s not something we see as avoidable in all instances and sometimes perhaps it can be useful. We are more connected than ever before, blurring the lines between professional and […]
A Guide For Managing Stress And General Wellbeing
Stress is fast becoming a major and silent contributor to poor health with links to various chronic health conditions as well as persistent pain problems. Far too often we see, as Physiotherapists, a patient with a painful condition that is layered with complexity due to a range of life stressors; some which cannot be controlled […]
Balance and Falls Prevention
Maintaining balance is a fundamental aspect of overall wellbeing, as we age, the importance of fostering stability becomes even more pronounced. Falls can have severe consequences, particularly in older adults, making it essential to proactively address balance issues. In this blog, we will explore the significance of balance across our lifespan and offer insights into […]
Healing Time Frames: When We Have An Issue In The Tissue
Our bodies do a fantastic job at healing injured tissue. This timeline of healing does depend on the severity of the injury, and the type of tissue injured. Having an understanding of this timeline is extremely helpful in predicting overall recovery time and setting realistic expectations. We are often impatient when it comes to returning […]
Ergonomics and Exercises for Office Workers
In the digital age, the prevalence of desk jobs has become the norm, and with it comes a set of challenges for our musculoskeletal health. Folks that have prolonged hours of sitting are almost like the endurance athletes of the office; being stationary can lead to aches, pains, and discomfort. Although being at either our […]
Strategies for Improving Knee Osteoarthritis
So, you have had some knee pain for a while and you think you may have knee OA. Maybe you have even had that diagnosed? Don’t despair! Here at RHP Physiotherapy, we have the people, equipment and a “toolbox” full of strategies to help you feel better and keep moving. Exercise is Medicine: Not the […]
Understanding Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common condition that can cause pain and stiffness in your knee joint. Imagine your knee joint as a smooth, gliding door. The cartilage acts like the slippery, yet compressive lining, keeping everything moving effortlessly. In OA, this cartilage can deteriorate, resulting in thinning or small gaps in the coverage of […]