There are so many reasons people are conscious of their food choices – from maintaining a healthy lifestyle to managing chronic illness, everybody would agree that nutrition is...

At North Shore Sports Medicine, our team of therapy professionals represents the spectrum of rehab professionals including physiotherapists, kinesiologogists, massage therapists,...

Physiotherapist North Vancouver Whether you are a high level competitive athlete or you participate in recreational sport, wear and tear on your body is a risk that comes with...

Recently released studies suggest physiotherapy is as effective as surgery in treating arthritic knees, particularly osteoarthritis. Caused by the breakdown of cartilage in the...

Ankle sprains are a common but painful injury that can result at any time: on the sports field, ski slopes or by walking across your living room. The ankle is made up of three...

“I bet some of you feel sorry for me. Well, don't. Having an artificial leg has its advantages. I’ve broken my right knee many times and it doesn’t hurt a bit.” -- Terry Fox Most...

Ever wonder if that nagging back pain is going to get worse? Almost everyone experiences back pain during their lifetime. In fact, more than 70% of back problems begin during...

Plantar Fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is a thick fibrous band of connective tissue that runs from the ball of the foot to the heel. When the plantar...

The next time you feel the onset of a headache, you might want to take note of your posture and body position. If you’re hunched over a computer or a video game, chances are...

Nearly 75 percent of people get neck pain at some point in their life. Often neck pain goes away after a few days, but for many people, neck pain lingers and can severely affect...

One of the most frequent questions a physiotherapist is asked is, “I’ve injured myself. Should I use ice or heat?” Either of these options if used correctly can help to control...

Do you experience dull aches, loss of grip strength or numbness? What about restricted mobility in a particular joint, sharp pains, tingling or weakness? If so, you may be...