by Criston Bandhan | Nov 26, 2020 | Health Tips
If you have Diabetes, you know that your feet require special attention. I’d like to share our top 5 tips to take the best care of your feet. 1. Check your feet daily for cuts, blisters, bruises, cracked skin, colour changes and swelling. Use a mirror to inspect...
by Criston Bandhan | Nov 24, 2020 | Health Tips
Flip Flops in Summer Well it’s that time of year again….our tender tootsies, spent hibernating in hot, sweaty shoes all winter long, are dying to be exposed. There is nothing better than the first sandal-wearing day of spring. Mmmmmm, I relish the moment. However, I...
by Criston Bandhan | Nov 24, 2020 | Health Tips
What is a Sprained Ankle? Ankle sprains are a common injury often caused by “twisting” or “rolling” the ankle while playing a sport or simply by walking on uneven ground. The result can be sharp pain on the inside or outside of the ankle, swelling, bruising or...
by Criston Bandhan | Nov 20, 2020 | Health Tips
Thank you for bringing this topic up. Unfortunately, physiotherapists rarely get to treat your pain days after the injury. Most come to physiotherapy after the wait-and-see game or “I’ll just do what hurts” or “it will go away sometime.” So, why, in most cases does...
by Criston Bandhan | Nov 19, 2020 | Health Tips
Few foot conditions cause as much pain as the infamous ingrown toenail. For such a seemingly little thing, the pain can be unbearable. The simple act of putting on a sock, or the miniscule weight of the bed sheet can make anyone suffering from this condition cringe in...
by Criston Bandhan | Nov 17, 2020 | Health Tips
Question: Angie (Age 42) Dear Physiotherapist Dave, Getting ready in the morning is becoming more and more difficult. Trying to pull my shirt over my head, even washing my hair hurts. I’m only 42, why is this so painful and what should I do? Answer:...