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Tendinopathy– What is it?

Tendinopathy is a term used to describe any condition that affects a tendon, which is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone. Tendinopathy can occur...

Tendinitis, Tendinosis, and Tendinopathy

VanCityPhysio’s physiotherapists may use several different terms to describe tendon injuries. These terms are often confused and used interchangeably, however, each term has its own unique meaning. With regard to...

Pediatric Physiotherapy. Can kids benefit from Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapists work with a variety of ages towards many goals, from sports injury rehabilitation to postural imbalances to facilitating the progression of developmental milestones. Sessions can be run with play-focused...

Hip Pain | Osteoarthritis Hip Exercises

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease caused when cartilage breaks down. This allows the bones to rub together, which can result in bone spurs, stiffness, and pain. If you have osteoarthritis...

Physiotherapy and Stroke Rehabilitation

Did you know that 9 out of 10 Canadians are at risk of stroke and heart problems? If you are afflicted with a stroke, then it can take as much...

Is Physiotherapy for Osteoarthritis useful?

One of the most common concerns patients have is osteoarthritis and its impact on people’s quality of life. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint condition that causes pain, stiffness, and reduced...

Pelvic Floor and Stress Incontinence

Stress incontinence is defined as urinary leakage caused by coughing, sneezing, laughing or exertion. Urinary incontinence affects four out of every ten women, one out of every ten men, and...

Sports Rehabilitation: Get Back to Your Active Life with VanCity Physio

At VanCity Physio, the point of Sport-Specific Rehabilitation programs is to optimize your athletic performance and get you back to a pain-free and active lifestyle. Some of key principles we...

Managing Pain After Joint Replacement Surgery: 4 Simple Tips

Joint pain can be incredibly difficult to deal with, especially when it interferes with your daily activities. If you've exhausted other options for relief and your joint is significantly damaged,...