28 Jul

Our Core: Tensegrity and Spinal Stabilization

Our spinal column serves to protect our nervous system and is an attachment site for the muscles, ligaments, nerves, guts and fascia, it stores kinetic energy and it helps transfer the loads of the body into our base of support. To function effectively, the spinal column needs to be both stiff and flexible at the same time. This dynamic dance of stiffness and flexibility is orchestrated by the brain’s incredible ability to control a symphony of muscles around the spine.

03 Jun

Photobiomodulation: Tendinitis or Tendinosis?

A tendinopathy is a term to describe pain, swelling, and functional impairment to a tendon. Photobiomodulation (also knowns as cold laser therapy) has been shown to treat the symptoms in both tendinitis and tendinosis, as well as performing as a reliable adjunct in the rehabilitative process. The intention of this article is to shed some light on how photobiomodulation can help heal the damaged tissue. Additionally, clarity will be introduced on how tendinitis differs from tendinosis.

14 Apr

What is Pelvic Floor Therapy?

Incontinence. Constipation. Sexual dysfunction. Pelvic pain. There’s a stigma surrounding these topics in our society and we don’t often talk about them for fear of feeling embarrassed. Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is a great option that’s not talked about enough to address these issues. Read on to learn how Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy can open your world to a life without pelvic floor dysfunction!