by North 49 Physiotherapy | Feb 3, 2022 | Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
Trigger finger is when one of your fingers gets stuck in a bent position. Your finger may bend or straighten with a snap — like a trigger being pulled and released. What causes trigger finger? Each of the tendons which flex your fingers passes through a tunnel in...
by North 49 Physiotherapy | Jan 19, 2022 | Balance and Dizziness, dizziness, Physiotherapy, Vertigo, Vestibular Therapy
How it all started January 2021 A young woman, with a limited understanding of physiotherapy and no understanding of vestibular therapy, scours the internet in search of a full time job during the Covid19 pandemic. Hoping to find a full-time receptionist position, but...
by North 49 Physiotherapy | Jan 12, 2022 | Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve as it goes through the carpal tunnel, a narrow passageway surrounded by bones and ligaments on the palm side of your wrist. The median nerve provides sensation to the palm...
by North 49 Physiotherapy | Nov 13, 2021 | Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
Have you ever wondered what knee arthritis was or were concerned about it? If that is the case, let us review some of the basics. What is knee arthritis? It can also be called osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease. It results from wear and tear that leads to...
by North 49 Physiotherapy | Aug 26, 2021 | Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
Bursitis how to pronounce? Bursitis is pronounced bur-SY-tis. What is a bursa? A bursa is a closed, fluid filled sac. Their role is to be a cushion between the tendons and surrounding tissues. They also provide a gliding surface to reduce friction between tendons and...
