Strength training has long been a cornerstone of physiotherapy practice, but its benefits extend far beyond the obvious goal of building muscle strength. While most patients associate strength training with bulking up or increasing raw power, physiotherapists understand that it has other advantages—ones that might surprise you. Let's explore...
When it comes to restoring strength and function after an injury or surgery, accurate and objective measurements of muscle performance can make all the difference. At Motus, we are excited to introduce you to a breakthrough technology that is transforming how we assess and enhance your rehabilitation journey: the...
When it comes to treating musculoskeletal issues, particularly knee pain, the Joint-by-Joint Approach offers a valuable framework for our team of physiotherapists. Developed by physical therapist Gray Cook and Strength Coach Mike Boyle, this model suggests that the human body functions optimally when each joint is healthy and moves...
Recovery is an often-hyped aspect of running performance, focusing on repairing, rebuilding, and strengthening the body after physical exertion – but are the current recovery trends actually useful? In this webinar for the Royal Victoria Marathon Virtual Speaker Series, physiotherapist Trevor Millar breaks down what we mean by ‘recovery’,...
Pelvic floor physiotherapy is an often overlooked aspect of men's health. While it's commonly associated with addressing female-related pelvic floor conditions, it's essential to recognize that men have a pelvic floor too, and they can experience various pelvic floor dysfunction issues. Understanding the role of the pelvic floor in...
In the world of physiotherapy, innovative techniques continually emerge to address musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), commonly known as dry needling, has gained attention for its usefulness in treating many musculoskeletal conditions. This approach involves the insertion of thin needles into specific trigger points within muscles, aiming...
Physiotherapy has long been associated with gentle exercises and – let’s be honest – sometimes very cautious approaches to rehabilitation. While these methods may have their merits, there's a growing understanding in the field that challenging the status quo by incorporating heavy lifting into rehab programs can yield remarkable...
Sleep is an essential part of our daily lives, offering much-needed rest and rejuvenation for our bodies and minds. However, many people don’t realize that sleep also has a significant impact on pain perception and the healing process. In this post, we will explore the connection between sleep, pain,...
Back pain is a common experience for many people, and an expression we hear often at the clinic is "my back is out". In reality, there is no single joint in the back that can pop out or become dislocated like in the shoulder or hip. Thankfully when you...
Women are bombarded with information during pregnancy - this advice can range from helpful to even harmful (I’m looking at you, kegels!). With all the misinformation out there, why not have a health professional dedicated to your physical health and recovery work with you during this special time? With...
The team at Motus Physiotherapy in Victoria is ready to help you. Reach out to discuss if any of our services — from dry needling/IMS, to concussion assessment, to pelvic health physiotherapy – are right for you.
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