Tennis elbow is an overuse and muscle strain injury caused by the repeated contraction of the forearm muscles that you use to straighten and raise your hand and wrist and affects 1% to 3% of the overall population. Repeated motion and stress to the tissue can cause inflammation or even a series of tiny tears […]
Welcome to our video series hosted by Shadi Flefeil where he discusses stretching and strengthening your body. This time we’re discussing The Superman. Shadi Fleifel graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at Western University in London Ontario, before going to Perth, Australia to complete his Master’s degree in Physiotherapy in 2008. For more information […]
Welcome to our video series hosted by Shadi Flefeil where he discusses stretching and strengthening your body. This time we’re discussing caring for your shoulder, specifically you rotator cuff. Stretching and strengthening exercises can help you properly use your shoulder to minimize over use of the rotator cuff. For more information, please contact Shadi at […]
One of the best things you can do for a sore back is to stretch. Stretching a sore back can help bring back some suppleness and increase in mobility, decrease back pain and discomfort, and improve your range of motion. An important note about stretching Never continue a stretch or take part in any activity […]
Welcome to our video series hosted by Shadi Flefeil where he discusses stretching and strengthening your body. This time we’re discussing caring for your shoulder, specifically you rotator cuff. Shadi will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Please contact him at 250-382-0018, during clinic hours.
Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition caused by overuse of the arch tendon (plantar fascia) of the foot; and if you’ve ever suffered from Plantar Fasciitis, you know that this can be one of the most irritating and hard to treat injuries there is. The most common cause of plantar fasciitis is an overly tight […]
Here’s our top ten list to help you simplify & de-stress your life! 1. Create a “public” calendar. Whether you have a large family or there is just two of you, using a public calendar will let you take a “big-picture” look at a glance. You will be kept in the loop on items such […]
Welcome to our video series hosted by Shadi Flefeil where he discusses stretching and strengthening your body. This time we’re discussing caring for your shoulders & rotator cuffs. Shadi Fleifel is a member of the Diversified Health Physiotherapy Team. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at Western University in London Ontario, before going […]
Whether you walk, jog, or run isn’t as important, as getting enough consistent exercise. Factors like your age, weight, fitness level, distance and how long you exercise will determine the health benefits you gain from your workout. Running is especially good for cardio-respiratory fitness. Running can be hard on the joints over time, so always try to […]
Physiotherapists, Shadie Fleifel & Nicole Logan demonstrate exercises that can help you properly use your shoulder to minimize over use of the rotator cuff. Exercises can improve strength and flexibility of related muscles and tendons. For more information, please call Shadie or Nicole at 250-382-0018.
