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 …
Utilizing needles to affect change in your body is not a new concept. The art of Acupuncture has been around for a very long time. In fact, it’s the key component of Traditional Chinese Medicine. At Plaza Physiotherapy uses three different forms of needling to treat our patients – Acupuncture, Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) and Dry Needling. …