by alphahealth | Feb 14, 2020 | ALPHA Health Services, Physiotherapy
Core strength and back pain What is the core? The “core” refers to the group of muscles around the trunk that help stabilize and move the trunk. It is actually made up of 2 layers of muscles, known as the “inner unit” and “outer unit”. The inner unit refers to the...
by alphahealth | Sep 26, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services
Are your Headaches Coming from your Neck? Most people have at least had an occasional headache and many people suffer from various types of headaches. According to the Canadian Headache Society, nearly half of adults have headaches and it is one of the most common...
by alphahealth | Aug 12, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services
Massage 101: Managing your Massage Expectations You’ve been meaning to go in for a massage for a while now. You’ve been feeling a pain in your neck that started at least 2 months ago (that you can remember) but you keep putting it off getting it looked after as life...
by alphahealth | Jun 6, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services
Physiotherapy and Knee Osteoarthritis Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition that affects the cartilage. Cartilage is connective tissue that lines the knee joint and acts as a cushion. When the cartilage wears down with osteoarthritis, pain and stiffness can be felt...
by alphahealth | Apr 15, 2019 | ALPHA Health Services, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
5 Helpful Tips for Bladder Prolapse Management The bladder is an organ that is supported by ligaments, muscles, fascia, and soft connective tissue. These structures enable the bladder to maintain its position within the pelvic cavity. Bladder prolapse may occur when...
