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?...
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...
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...
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...
Due to COVID, many individuals are now working from home and although working from home has its advantages, it has its disadvantages; one of those disadvantages is the possible neck, back and/or...
These past few months COVID-19 has affected the lives of Canadians and the world. Due to the need for social distancing we have all been affected to some degree. Business’ closed, we had to wait in...
Great News!! We are thrilled that North 49 Physiotherapy has opened its doors to the public, once again. We have taken steps to ensure that our service is above requirements set out by our licensing...
Do you or someone you know have pain along the outside of the elbow? If so, it may be due to a condition such as “Tennis Elbow”. You may be wondering, “Well the elbow pain isn’t from playing...