Ankle sprains 101 – Q&A
What is an ankle sprain? An ankle sprain refers to stretching or tearing of the ligaments of the ankle. The most common ankle sprain occurs on the outer part of the ankle. What part of the ankle get damaged the most? There are multiple ligaments in the ankle. The two most commonly injured are: The […]
Chiropractic & Sleep
If you have had problems sleeping recently, you may relate to several symptoms such as irritability, frustration, increased stress, memory and cognitive impairment and a poorer concentration rate than before. These symptoms can lead to an increased likelihood in injuries while working, driving or carrying out activities of daily living. Over a prolonged period of […]
Post-surgery Rehabilitation
Post-surgery rehabilitation is an important aspect for recovery. Unfortunately, it is often overlooked or missed out. Surgery can leave a patient with scar tissue formation, muscle weakness, muscle atrophy, impaired movement, restricted range of movement and pain. These issues, if untreated, can lead to further impairment if they are not managed early. Physiotherapy is therefore […]
Golf and Warming Up
I hear it all the time in clinic: “Dr. Sam, is this because I did not warm up before playing golf?” We’ve all heard about the importance of having a solid pre-round warm up. It has been said that it helps to improve your game of golf, find your rhythm and warm up your muscles before you […]