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Chest physio? Who are they and what do they do? Chest physiotherapy is not a specialised trade that require specific training by physiotherapist. It is simply a treatment modality to…

Hydrotherapy simply describes a form of therapy involving water. While this term can encompass the internal and external use of water in either of its forms (steam, ice, fluid), this…

Developed by NASA, Alter-G’s treadmills enclose the lower body in an airtight chamber and use air pressure technology to provide a partial weight-bearing environment in which you can walk or…

(Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)“Yesterday I worked out and today all my muscles hurt”.Maybe it was the first session back after the holidays, or maybe coach just really felt like making…

Massage Has benefitted humans through the ages, time has modified to fit the modern age man with various styles and techniques. Here at Performance Edge sports physio, we offer a…

The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)Have you ever wondered why your physio asks you to rate your pain levels? Here is why!Pain is one of the most common symptoms reported by…

Athletic performance is not just about physical training and conditioning. It also involves taking care of your mental and emotional well-being. Recovery is an essential part of any athlete's training…

You’re in pain and you have been advised to get a cortisone injection to help… but you fear needles… Is an injection your only option? Of course not! Are there…

Cervicogenic headaches develop from problems in and around the upper part of the neck, called the cervical spine. Pain is usually on one side but can be present on both…

The Simple Ankle Sprain “It’s just a simple ankle sprain”. If you have ever been around sports, in any capacity, it is more than likely you have heard someone say…