pain resources

Female fitness runner getting ready for jogging outdoors.
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that involves creating a series of low energy acoustic wave pulsations that are directly applied to an affected area through a person’s skin via a gel medium.  It is used in the treatment of many
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More on pain

a woman rubbing her feet outdoors
Note: The stretches in this post are not intended to replace the advice of a clinician. If you are unsure about them, please check with your therapist.
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A clinician talking to a woman about her shoulder problem
Communicating effectively about pain can be difficult.
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a woman gardening outside
If you deal with pain and discomfort on a daily basis, everyday tasks can be challenging.
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a man tieing his shoe outside
Experiencing blisters or toe pain? Do your shoes feel too tight or too loose and uncomfortable? The way you tie your laces can help support various foot issues.
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a woman doing a cat camel stretch at home
In a previous article we discussed what may be contributing to your pain experience, how mindfulness can help, and the power of goal setting.  It is time to g
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a man sitting on a couch suffering from back pain
It’s 8:00 am. You roll over in bed hoping today will be different. Maybe today the agony will subside and you will be free of the experience of pain. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen and getting out of bed presents the same challenges.
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a physiotherapist performing treatment in a clinic.
Jacklyn, who you met in our last blog, has now found health professionals who understand that pain and disability do not always resolve as quickly as they are supposed to.
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a woman having a restful sleep
If you've ever slept poorly and woken up with discomfort in your neck or back, poor alignment could be to blame. Check out this infographic that may help keep your spine healthy and your muscles relaxed while you sleep.
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