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 »
The Short Answer: Yes. While it’s rare to build actual muscle tissue “too fast,” it is extremely common to progress a workout too quickly—and this is one of the main reasons people get injured and end up in our clinic. Here’s the problem our physios see every day: Your muscles adapt to new challenges relativelyContinue Reading »
That sharp, stabbing pain in your heel, especially first thing in the morning? It could be plantar fasciitis (PF), a common and often frustrating condition that many active folks experience. At Bellefleur Physio in Ottawa, we see this frequently and want to help you understand it and, more importantly, prevent it from side-lining your fitnessContinue Reading »
Falls and injuries can significantly impact one’s ability to lead a full and active life, whether you’re a dedicated athlete pushing the boundaries of physical performance or a senior striving to maintain independence and mobility within the Ottawa region. While the specific causes and types of injuries may vary greatly between these two groups, theContinue Reading »
Springtime Safety: 4 Common Spring Injuries and How to Avoid Them Spring is a wonderful time of year when the flowers bloom, the birds chirp, and the sun shines brighter. It’s also a time when many people are eager to get outside and be active after the long winter months. However, along with the joysContinue Reading »
What is Kinesiology Tape (K-Tape)? Everyone has seen an athlete on TV sporting brightly covered tape on their shoulder or knee, with the strips in fun criss cross patterns. Have you ever wondered what that tape is? It is called Kinesiology Tape, more commonly known as K-Tape, and it does serve a purpose besides beingContinue Reading »
Concussions: They are common yet complex, controversial, and can be challenging. People looking for concussion physiotherapy has been on the rise over the past several years. That’s in large part due to the fact that there’s has been a significant increase in awareness of concussions over the past decade. Seeing athletes such as hockey andContinue Reading »
With more and more people now working from home, and no longer having access to ergonomic workstations that they would typically have when working in a big office, it can make us more susceptible to develop aches and pains. Home office ergonomics isn’t as easy to control as it is in a big office setting.Continue Reading »
I know many people in their 40’s-60’s just like you who have aches or pains, and don’t know what to do about them. I know this because I hear it all the time! It can be incredibly frustrating when pain is stopping you from doing the things that you love. Below are 4 tips toContinue Reading »
