Physiotherapy After ORIF (Open Reduction Internal Fixation) Surgery

If a bone is broken (fracture), and moves out of position, you may need to undergo open reduction internal fixation surgery. Physiotherapy after ORIF surgery is important for the injury to heal properly and efficiently. Open Reduction is the surgical realignment of broken bones. Internal fixation refers to the fixation of screws and / or […]

What Is Ultrasound Used For In Physiotherapy

Therapeutic ultrasound has been around since the 1940’s and is just one of many effective and common techniques used in modern-day physiotherapy. This process provides deep-heating effects to different soft-tissue parts of the body such as tendons, ligaments, and muscles. The process increases blood circulation to these tissues, which in turn helps the body’s healing […]

Physiotherapy for Muscular Dystrophy

Muscular dystrophy can cause the muscles of the body to progressively weaken over time and this results in reduced mobility. However, those who suffer from this inherited disease can get some relief from physical deterioration by undergoing physiotherapy. Our specialist physiotherapists Fit Physiotherapy fully understand how muscular dystrophy can affect a person’s life as well […]

Physiotherapy For Neck Pain

While calling somebody a pain in the neck is a common phrase, an actual pain in the neck shouldn’t be taken so lightly. Neck pain should be taken seriously since it can interfere with everyday normal tasks while you may also lose some range of motion. In addition, neck pain can sometimes cause discomfort in […]

Physiotherapy for Pain Management

When you’re in pain, physical activity is usually one of the furthest things from your mind. However, physiotherapy can actually put you on the road to recovery quite quickly and can also help out when it comes to pain management. You may be tempted to lay in a warm bed with medication and an electric […]

How To Avoid Back Pain When Gardening

Here in Newmarket, the gardening season can be relatively short so you have to get as much done as you can during that short season. However, one thing’s the same the world over and that’s the fact that gardening can often be quite strenuous on the body, especially the back. So if you have a […]

What Are Core Muscles and How Do I Strengthen Them?

Most people have heard of core muscles, but many of them aren’t exactly sure what they are. Some people instantly think of the abdominals or stomach and they’re certainly on the right track. However, there’s a lot more to the core muscles than just the abs. In fact, the core muscles are made up of […]

What is Manual Therapy?

Manual therapy involves specific hands-on techniques to treat various problems throughout the body. Physiotherapists are healthcare practitioners who have both the training and the skill to evaluate and work with you to reduce pain and to help you manage a variety of health issues. They can use manual therapies such as massage, resistance training and […]