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The Truth About Back Pain
Back pain is common, but it doesn’t always mean damage. Scans often show “abnormalities” even in people without pain. Pain is influenced by stress, sleep, and your nervous system, not just structure. Back pain physiotherapy in Edmonton, including at Shift Physiotherapy, focuses on movement, education, and building strength. Passive treatments alone aren’t enough. If you’re seeking lower back pain relief, know this: you’re not broken. With the right support, you can move bette
Nicolas Pahud
Jul 44 min read
The Myth of Modalities: A Lazy Fix for a Complex Problem
Why Passive Physio Isn’t the Answer - A Modern Take from an Edmonton Physiotherapy Perspective In the world of musculoskeletal...
Nicolas Pahud
Jul 24 min read
From Injury to Recovery; Optimizing your ACL Rehabilitation Protocol
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a knee-stabilizing ligament that prevents the tibia from sliding out in front of the femur while...
Evan Grant
Oct 2, 20243 min read
Taking Control of your Complex Pain
Take some time to learn about potential drivers of complex pain, and some tips about becoming the leader in your healthcare team. Diving...
info216721
Jun 5, 20245 min read
UNDERSTANDING MUSCLE CRAMPS: Causes, Types & Treatment
Muscle cramps are common but can impact daily life. Identifying causes and adopting preventive measures is crucial for effective management
Nicolas Pahud
Jan 15, 20244 min read
A Prescription to Vibe:
Use plyometrics and a musical beat to train coordination! After injury, an important part of the return to sport continuum is...
Jade Fisher
Sep 10, 20235 min read
Take a Breath!
How the breath is connected to the nervous system, and different types of breath to try in order to aid mental affect.
Jade Fisher
Apr 14, 20233 min read
Exercise: The Ultimate Painkiller You Didn't Know You Had
As a physiotherapist, I am often asked how exercise and movement can help or change pain. And the truth is, there are a multitude of...
Nicolas Pahud
Apr 13, 20234 min read
Functional Dry Needling: To The Point
Benefits of Functional Dry Needling
Nicolas Pahud
Mar 30, 20234 min read
Leaking Urine? Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Might Be Right For You!
1 in 3 women will experience urinary incontinence at some point in their life. Learn more about how pelvic floor physiotherapy can help.
Kristen Redhead
Feb 21, 20235 min read
The Role of Diagnostic Imaging in Physiotherapy Practice
Learn more about the use of diagnostic imaging in our orthopaedic physiotherapy clinic in Edmonton.
Nicolas Pahud
Jan 6, 20232 min read
I “TWEAKED” My Low Back...What Do I Do?!
Have you hurt your back? First: Stop, Do Not Panic, and Keep Your Back Moving! Second: come to Shift Physiotherapy in Edmonton!
Jade Fisher
Dec 6, 20223 min read
Cross Country Skiing Injuries
Frequently encountered cross country skiing injuries by orthopaedic physiotherapists in Edmonton
Nicolas Pahud
Nov 24, 20224 min read
Pregnancy & Postpartum Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Pregnancy and postpartum pelvic floor physiotherapy is offered at our physiotherapy clinic in Edmonton. Learn more about preventative care.
Kristen Redhead
Oct 12, 20221 min read
"Chronic" Pain
Do you have "Chronic" pain? Learn more about what might be going on with your body and how physiotherapy and a few simple things can help.
Jade Fisher
Jun 9, 20223 min read
May is Pelvic Pain Awareness Month!
It is almost certain that someone in your life is suffering from pelvic pain (or dysfunction) and you are not aware! Or maybe you are...
Jade Fisher
May 24, 20223 min read
Lower Back Pain Doesn't Have to Keep you From Riding
Biking Edmonton Physiotherapy
Nicolas Pahud
May 4, 20222 min read
Cycling Ergonomics - A Quick Guide Before you Ride
Cycling is a unique sport due to the combination of extreme postural inertia of the upper and lower body with at times excessive and...
Nicolas Pahud
Apr 25, 20222 min read
10 Healthy Pelvic Floor Habits for EVERYONE!
Do you need help with pelvic floor dysfunction? Yes? Great! No? Still great, take a read! Pelvic Floor (PF) Physiotherapy is a type of...
Jade Fisher
Feb 5, 20225 min read
Control to Chaos: A Return to Sport Continuum
“4-6 weeks,” “6-12 months,” “it depends” All phrases you wish you could un-hear… After an injury interrupts your sport performance...
Jade Fisher
Jan 11, 20223 min read
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