For decades, women have been told that leaking when they sneeze, experiencing pain during intercourse, or feeling “heavy” after childbirth are just normal parts of aging or becoming a mother. They aren’t. While these issues are incredibly common, they are absolutely not something you have to live with. This is why Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy hasContinue Reading »
The snow is finally melting, the days are getting longer, and the urge to lace up your running shoes or dust off your bicycle is stronger than ever. After a long, relatively sedentary Ottawa winter, spring feels like the perfect time for a fresh start. However, at Bellefleur Physiotherapy, spring is also our busiest seasonContinue Reading »
Ever woken up and felt a searing pain in your heel or arch with your very first steps? Does the same sharp discomfort hit you after you’ve been sitting for a while? If so, you might be experiencing plantar fasciitis, a common condition that affects the bottom of your foot. What is the Plantar Fascia?Continue Reading »
Pain behind the knee is commonly caused by a Baker’s cyst, hamstring tendonitis, a meniscus tear, or a calf strain. Also known as posterior knee pain, this discomfort can range from a dull ache to a sharp restriction when bending the leg. Getting an accurate diagnosis from a physiotherapist is the first step to effectiveContinue Reading »
You pushed hard at the gym yesterday. Maybe you increased your deadlift weight or tried a new HIIT class. Today, waking up is a struggle. Walking down the stairs feels like a specialized form of torture. We have all been there. But as you waddle around the house, a question pops into your head: “DidContinue Reading »
Shockwave Therapy in Orleans: What It Is and Who It Can Help If you’ve been dealing with pain that just doesn’t seem to resolve, even after rest, exercises, or hands-on treatment, you’re not alone. Many musculoskeletal injuries heal well with time and the right care. Others linger, flare up repeatedly, and begin to affect dailyContinue Reading »
You reach out to grab the milk from the fridge, and a sharp, burning pain shoots through the outside of your elbow. You try to turn a stiff doorknob, and your grip gives out. If this sounds familiar, you are likely dealing with Lateral Epicondylitis—better known as Tennis Elbow. Here is the irony: most peopleContinue Reading »
It is the oldest debate in medicine: “I hurt myself. Do I put ice on it or heat?” For decades, the standard advice was simple: R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation). But if you have been following recent sports science, you know that the rules have changed. In fact, relying too heavily on ice might actuallyContinue Reading »
You feel a sharp pain deep in your buttocks. Maybe it travels down the back of your leg. Immediately, the word pops into your head: Sciatica. It is one of the most Googled medical terms in existence, and for good reason—it can be incredibly painful. However, at our physiotherapy clinics in Rockland, Orleans and Beechwood,Continue Reading »
If you’ve read our guide on “How Long Will It Take To Lose Muscle If I Stop To Exercise?“, you know that taking a break—whether due to an injury, a busy schedule, or just enjoying a quiet summer at the cottage—can lead to a loss of strength and size. But here is the good newsContinue Reading »
