Are your high heels giving you back pain? Wearing high heels may be fashionable and make you feel taller and better about yourself, but they come with a high price! High heels can cause a myriad of foot, leg, and back pain, whilst impairing stability and increasing the risk of injury. If you have ever […]
Buttock and leg pain – we can probably help! What are Sacroiliac joints? These joints sit where the lower spine and pelvis meet. Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome can cause pain and stiffness in the low back, buttock, and leg. The pain might radiate into one or both legs. Climbing stairs, sitting, or standing for prolonged periods […]
Iliotibial Band Syndrome As the weather improves and we start to get back to our outdoor activities or if you are someone who runs on a regular basis, you understand that you are going to develop aches and pains from time to time, but you also probably understand the difference between general soreness and an […]
New Year, New Spine! I’m talking about one aspect of our health that gets frequently overlooked – our spinal health! Why not make 2024 your spinal health year by incorporating Chiropractic care into your New Year plan, Chiropractic goes beyond mere pain relief, it also enhances overall well-being and vitality! When you have a healthy […]
Restless legs – can we help? What is Restless Leg Syndrome? Restless leg syndrome, also known as Willis-Ekbom disease is the irresistible urge to move your legs because of uncomfortable sensations. The uncomfortable feeling gets worse in the evening when resting or sleeping. Jiggling or moving your feet and legs can provide short-term comfort – […]
DVT or leg pain? Let’s explore the signs and symptoms of a DVT. What is a DVT? Deep vein thrombosis occurs when a blood clot develops in the veins that are deep in the body. Deep veins are large veins that are deep inside the body rather than close to the surface or your skin. […]
Osgood-Schlatter Disease What is Osgood-Schlatter disease? This condition causes a painful bump just below the knee. It commonly affects children when their knees are still developing and who participate in sports that require: Running Jumping Changing direction quickly It is inflammation of the shinbone (tibial tuberosity) and the main tendon of the kneecap (patella tendon). […]
Calf pain – Ouch! Calf pain varies from person to person and can vary in nature. For some, calf pain feels like a sharp pain in the back of the lower leg or a dull ache with stiffness! The calf is comprised of two muscles: Gastrocnemius Soleus These muscles meet at the Achilles tendon, which […]
Shin Splints – putting your best foot forward! What are shin splints? How do shin splints develop? This condition develops from repeated stress to the shin bone by the pulling and tugging of the muscles and connective tissue in the lower leg. Frequent, repetitive pressure from running and jumping cause the shin bone to become […]
Housemaid’s knee – a painful problem! Why is it called Housemaid’s knee, and what can you do about it? It refers to inflammation of a small fluid filled sac, called a bursa, which sits in front of the kneecap. Its onset can be either acute (sudden onset) or a chronic ( long term) injury. It […]
