Newmarket Physio: Splinting Overview, and How to Use It as First Aid

Splinting is a type of treatment used to manage musculoskeletal injuries, particularly those that involve fractures in the arms and legs. Splinting immobilises the bone, which helps decrease pain and bleeding while preventing further injury. Splinting can be used as the lone treatment for certain injuries.

Equipment

Traditionally, the material used for splinting has been plaster of Paris, but splinting techniques and methods have evolved through the years, and today, there are many types of splinting materials available including fibreglass, pre-padded fibreglass, aluminium, pre-formed plaster, and more.

The choice between custom and pre-formed splints usually depends on what’s convenient and what’s being required by the physician. For light injuries, a patient may be given the power to choose his splint material. For serious cases however, it is usually the physician’s judgment that must be followed. Read more on this article:
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome FAQs

Shoulder impingement syndrome is a painful condition presumed to cause bursitis and rotator cuff injuries. To help you understand the condition better, here are some frequently asked questions about the condition

What is shoulder impingement syndrome?

Shoulder impingement syndrome, also called thrower’s shoulder or swimmer’s shoulder, is a common shoulder injury that occurs when the tendons of the rotator cuff muscled become ‘impinged,’ or when they become trapped or compressed when the shoulders move. The undue pressure and friction damages the tendons and bursa, which results in painful shoulder movements.

Institute of Sport Physio Offers Upper Cervical Spine Manipulation

Institute of Sport Physio offers upper cervical spine manipulation or what is commonly called “neck manipulation”. This treatment is normally reserved for carefully selected musculoskeletal problems that regular massage, exercise, mobilisation, longitudinal traction or even ample recovery time can’t resolve. Only a highly trained physical therapist will be able to perform this type of manipulation safely.

Neck manipulation targets the cervical spine region and is often recommended for patients who suffer from pain in the neck, the upper back, the shoulders and arms. Those who also experience headaches may also benefit from this technique. The overall goal, however, is to reduce pain, improve motion and restore function to the head and neck area. Read more from this blog.
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You Can Make the Most Out of Your Physio Sessions

Most experts agree that physiotherapy is not only effective in relieving pain from physical injuries, but is also great in improving your bodily function and in preventing the reoccurrence of injuries. Fortunately, these benefits can be achieved faster when you make the most out of your time with a physiotherapist.

Institute of Sport Physio Presents the Ultimate Guide to Runner’s Knee

Runner’s Knee or Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is characterized by a dull pain that is “behind” or “around” the top of the kneecap. It is the most common of all running ailments, accounting for 16.5% of injuries according to one recent study.

You will likely have pain when resisting leg extension, and possibly tenderness if you push against the kneecap itself - aggravating movements include squatting, running (especially downhill), descending stairs and prolonged sitting.
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