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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.
Shift Physiotherapy & Wellness
Nov 294 min read
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
Shift Physiotherapy & Wellness
Nov 285 min read
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
Shift Physiotherapy & Wellness
Nov 245 min read
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
Shift Physiotherapy & Wellness
Nov 195 min read
The Truth About Back Pain: Lower Back Pain Treatments Explained
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 rehabilitation, it’s time we stop pretending that passive modalities like Interferential Current (IFC), Shockwave Therapy, and Therapeutic Ultrasound are game-changers. These tools are still frequently offered to patients as essential components of care, but when we move past the marketing narratives and nostalgic appeal and examine the most current r
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
Dry Needling Treatment: To The Point
Benefits of Functional Dry Needling Treatment
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
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