by alphahealth | Oct 19, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services
Management of Acute Strains and Sprains Within the first 72 hours of a musculoskeletal injury it is recommended to follow the P.O.L.I.C.E principle. Protection: The goal is to avoid further tissue damage following an acute injury. Protection can include temporarily...
by alphahealth | Oct 7, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services
Now that it is the beginning of fall, we are now starting to experience cooler temperatures. Eventually we will be getting into the winter season where there can be snow and ice on the ground. While falls can occur at any time, slippery ground is a risk factor for...
by alphahealth | Jul 27, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services
Let’s discuss how physiotherapy can help relieve the pain and discomfort caused by bunions! What are Bunions? Medically known as hallux valgus, it is a progressive foot deformity affecting the first toe and is associated with foot pain and changes in functional...
by alphahealth | Apr 5, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services
Top 5 Common Questions or Concerns That Come up When Getting a Massage You may have thought of it when you’ve gotten a massage but you were too afraid to ask. You may be going for your first massage or still in the “getting to know you stage” with your current...
by alphahealth | Jan 28, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Perineal Massage in Pregnancy I am very frequently asked by my pregnant clients if and when they should start perineal massage. Perineal massage during the last few weeks of pregnancy is a manual stretching technique that is believed to help improve the elasticity...
