Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
When Nerves Get Caught in a Tight Spot! Are you experiencing pain, tingling, or numbness in your feet? You might be suffering from Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (TTS). It’s like carpal tunnel syndrome, but for your feet! It occurs when the posterior tibial nerve is compressed within the tarsal tunnel, located on the inside of the […]
All About Muscle Strains
Ever felt a sudden sharp pain when exercising or lifting something heavy? Maybe accompanied by a popping or snapping sound? You might have experienced a muscle strain. Also known as a muscle tear, a strain occurs when muscle fibers are overstretched or overloaded. Muscle strains can happen to anyone, whether you’re an athlete or […]
Shin Splints
Why Your Shins Are Giving You the Cold Shoulder… and How to Warm Them Up Again Feeling a bit betrayed by your legs lately? If your shins have been aching and complaining after your workouts, you might be dealing with shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS). Before you consider […]
Tackling Twisted Knees
An Osteopath’s Kick-about with Sprained Ligaments Introduction: Hey there, fellow footie/soccer enthusiasts! So, you were on the pitch weaving through opponents, when you twisted your knee. Now you’re hobbling like you’ve just discovered your inner penguin. Sound familiar? Or maybe you weren’t on the pitch. Maybe it was a dodgy dance move, a laundry […]
Introducing our new Chiropodist!
Emily has joined our team as our second Chiropodist on staff. She is skilled and self-motivated, with an Advanced Diploma of Health Sciences in Chiropody (with distinction) from the Michener Institute. She also obtained her Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Toronto providing her with in depth knowledge into biomechanical and gait analyses. […]
All About Quadricep Strains
This month we find ourselves fascinated by quadricep strains and hope to share a little information and advice with you. If that interests you, read on. But if another injury or ache or pain is your priority right now, please give us a call. We are here to help with hamstring strains, bicep strains, triceps […]
Your First Osteopathy Appointment
So, you’ve got your first appointment with an osteopath coming up and you’re filled with anticipation and curiosity. Let’s walk you through what to expect before, during, and after your first visit here at BeacHealth. Before the Appointment: Before you head to your Osteopath’s clinic, take a moment to gather some essential information. Make sure […]
Medial Ankle Sprain
Ouch! So, you missed your footing on the stairs and fell. You landed badly, twisting your ankle in a funny direction. It could have been worse of course, but it’s still not great. It’s time to call your Osteopath. What Is a Medial Ankle Sprain? When your foot rolled, it stretched or even tore the […]
Calf Muscle Strain
You may not give them much thought, but your calf muscles are constantly working hard day-to-day when you’re walking around or exercising. This makes it really inconvenient – not to mention painful – when you strain a calf muscle. Muscle strains are a common reason our patients seek out osteopathic treatment. Read on to find […]
Sacroiliac Joint Pain
Many of us have experienced lower back pain at some point in our lives. Whether that is after a fall, running or simply sitting down for too long most days. SIJ is short for ‘sacroiliac joint’, and SIJ pain contributes to around 15-30% of back pain. But most of us don’t know much about it, […]