May is National Physiotherapy Month! Physiotherapy for Gardners
May is National Physiotherapy Month!! - Physiotherapy for Gardeners Now that May long weekend is almost here and the snow has melted (finally!), we can officially start planting and tending to our gardens. Unfortunately, on occasion we can experience injury as a result of gardening. With repetitive bending to reach over and plant, back injury can ensue. A back injury can be a real set back when it comes to gardening. In order to prevent injury, follow these simple useful tips
LATEST RESEARCH FOR TREATING BACK PAIN
LATEST RESEARCH FOR TREATING BACK PAIN: Research published last month has confirmed what physiotherapists already know - that the best way to treat most low back pain is to exercise and keep moving. At some point in their life, over 80% of people will experience an episode of low back pain. This is contrary to most peoples’ belief that bed rest and pain medication are the best treatments. The research demonstrates that with correct exercise and continued pain-free activity, m
