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Tackling Hamstring Injuries in Soccer

Hamstring strains are one of the most common soccer injuries, especially in a sport built on sprinting, sharp cuts, and explosive kicks. When the hamstrings are not prepared for these rapid, high-force movements, injury risk rises quickly. With the right rehab plan, though, players can return stronger, faster, and more resilient than before.

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Nov 294 min read

Person holding their shoulder due to rotator cuff pain.

Rotator Cuff Exercises That Help Shoulder Pain

Key Takeaways The rotator cuff keeps your shoulder stable and moving well during everyday activities. Pain often comes from irritation or overuse instead of serious injury. Common symptoms include pain with lifting, weakness, stiffness, and nighttime discomfort. The right rotator cuff exercises improve strength, confidence, and shoulder function. Shift Physiotherapy offers one-on-one care to help you recover safely. Why Your Shoulder Hurts Shoulder pain is one of the most com

Rotator Cuff Pain

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Nov 285 min read

Pelvic health physiotherapist holding a pelvic model to explain pelvic floor anatomy

Pelvic Floor Dyssynergia During Defecation

Key Takeaways Pelvic Floor Dyssynergia during defecation happens when the pelvic floor tightens instead of relaxing during a bowel movement. It is a coordination issue, not something you are doing wrong. Common symptoms include constipation, straining, incomplete emptying, and stool getting stuck. Pelvic physiotherapy guides patients in learning how to relax the pelvic floor muscles, which in turn helps improve bowel habits. Shift Physiotherapy offers one on one pelvic health

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Nov 245 min read

A physiotherapist guiding a client through a movement assessment during a private session in Edmonton.

Are Physiotherapists Doctors?

Here Is What You Should Know and How to Choose the Right Support Key Takeaways Physiotherapists are not medical doctors. You can see a physiotherapist without a referral unless your insurance requires one. Our professionals at Shift Physiotherapy can screen for red flags and determine if imaging is needed. Physiotherapy is often the best first call for pain, mobility issues, and injuries. Shift uses a biopsychosocial, one-on-one approach with effective treatment tools. Let’s

Physiotherapy

Shift Physiotherapy & Wellness

Nov 195 min read