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A Baker’s cyst, also known as a popliteal cyst, is a fluid-filled swelling that can develop behind the knee. It is often caused by underlying conditions such as osteoarthritis or other knee joint problems that lead to the accumulation of synovial fluid. Synovial fluid is the lubricating fluid within the knee joint. This excess fluid…

Back Pain After Pregnancy I have heard from many mothers that back pain and discomfort after pregnancy is the new normal. Well this is maybe one of those things that shouldn’t be the status quo at all. Studies show that up to 50% of pregnant women experience back pain that might continue for up to…

In the realm of sports and fitness, the practice of icing injuries has long been regarded as a standard means of alleviating pain and accelerating the healing process. For decades, athletes and weekend warriors have faithfully embraced the therapeutic power of ice packs. However, this seemingly time-honored method came under scrutiny when Dr. Gabe Mirkin,…

Like any good debate, there are pros and cons; the good and the bad. The debate on whether ice should be used to treat injuries is no exception. There is a new wave of research that has proposed that using ice could be potentially harmful to the healing process of injured soft tissue and interfere with the…

The spine is made of up 25 moving bones, including seven in your neck, twelve in your middle back, five in your low back and a bony plate at the base of your spine called the sacrum. Each of these bones have a lot of spike like structures at the back, where muscles and ligaments…

Stress. What is it? How does it occur? How can stress impact your health? Stress is a natural reaction in the body that activates your innate ‘fight or flight’ response – otherwise known as your sympathetic nervous system. This occurs when we experience some kind of threat and require an immediate response from the body. …

 The shoulder is one of the most flexible joints of the body, allowing movement in all directions. Because of this, it can be more susceptible to injury. Painful conditions may also arise from overuse due to a specific activity or shoulder motion that you make repetitively. Although many shoulder disorders can cause pain, the most…

Are you someone who ‘clicks’ or ‘pops’ their back, neck or other part of your body on purpose? We shall talk about what; adjustments are, why you may feel the need to ‘pop’ or ‘adjust’ yourself, why you should not do this, as well as what you can do instead! Who is a Chiropractor? A…

Exercise is not only safe during most pregnancies, but it also may ease many pregnancy discomforts and possibly shorten your labor and delivery and recovery time. The Do’s of Pregnancy Exercise The Don’ts of Pregnancy Exercise Written By:Grace Wairimu,Physical TherapistChiropractic & Physiotherapy Health Centre