When it comes to pain relief and recovery, treatments involving fine needles are becoming increasingly popular. However, many people are unsure about the difference between acupuncture and dry needling. Although the two techniques may look similar, they serve different purposes and are based on distinct approaches to treatment. Dry needling Read more
Pain or discomfort, whether in your back, neck, or joints, is something that many people experience every day. The good news is that improving how your body feels doesn’t always require major changes. In fact, small, consistent habits can have a powerful impact over time. Physiotherapy isn’t just about treating Read more
Here at Kinahealth Rockland, we know that coming in for a pelvic health assessment may be scary and you probably have some questions. We want you to feel as comfortable as possible during your time with us. Here is a breakdown of what to expect at your first appointment. We Read more
‘Arthritis’ usually refers to osteoarthritis, the most commonly diagnosed type of arthritis, and the most common joint disorder in Canada and the US. Unless you are referred to a rheumatologist, odds are you are dealing with osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) can affect any joint, but most often occurs in the knees, Read more
Children are so much more than mini-adults. Their personalities, mannerisms, physiology, and even anatomy is unique. In addition they are always growing and changing. These changing bodies require a unique and individualized therapeutic approach, adapted for the developing child. Pediatric-trained physiotherapists assess and treat a wide variety of acute, developmental, Read more
What is concussion? Concussion (also called mild traumatic brain injury) is a functional injury to the brain, caused by biomechanical forces. This can be from a hit to the head, but can also occur without any direct contact to the head, such as a blow to the body, a fall, Read more
Have you heard the expression “Sitting is the new smoking” yet? You can search the web and easily find numerous articles and statistics to show that sitting isn’t the best for you. It’s been linked to a number of medical problems such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and overall shorter Read more
Labour and birth can be made easier or harder depending on your positioning and movement. Before we elaborate on positioning, let’s do a quick recap on the different stages of labour. Stage 1 labour When your contractions first start. These can start off quite sporadic, and as labour progresses they become Read more
DRA is not limited to postpartum women; it is a condition also seen in men, athletes of both genders and children. For the purpose of this blog post we will concentrate on pregnancy since it is the most common preceding event for this condition, Diastasis recti, also known as DRA, Read more
Did you know 1 in 3 Canadian adult age 35-64 does not get enough sleep per night. Sleep deprivation is linked with increased pain. When we are not well rested, our bodies can become more sensitive to pain, reducing tolerance levels and making pain feel worse. Not everyone who experiences Read more
