Why is a damaged meniscus very painful and debilitating? The meniscus is a C-shaped cartilage that acts as a shock absorber between the femur and the tibia in the knee joint. It provides cushioning and support for the joint, allowing the bones to grind against each other with minimal friction. The meniscus can be torn …
Exercise For Treating Foot, Hip And Knee Pain Known as the clamshell; this leg and hip strengthening exercise may be unfamiliar to you, but it’s one you should consider adding to your training routine. This exercise will strengthen your hips and thighs whilealso stabilizing your pelvic muscles and shaping your glutes. But, how can one …
During your workout journey, you’ve most certainly come across a mobility bands. Whilethey may seem to be basic gym equipment, they provide a wide variety of advantages to peoplesuffering from injuries or for rehabilitation purposes. This blog was created by the Plaza Physiotherapy team to inform us about mobility bands andhow we may use them …
Uh-oh, you pulled a muscle in your neck, or felt a twinge in your back, or maybe that calf cramp is acting up again. You’re in pain, it’s uncomfortable, and you want relief, but what’s the best thing to do? Your mother might tell you to put a hot water bottle on it, while you dad will insist to get a cold pack.
The seasonal Autumn chill is sharp and a reminder that the days are getting colder. With the dip in temperature come other things like cold bodies, icy mornings, and a need for a little more self motivation when it comes to getting outside running and raising our heart rates. Let’s say you’ve set your alarm …