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Apr, 2018
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Physiotherapy with an osteopathic approach | Forcemedic
PHYSIOTHERAPY WITH AN OSTEOPATHIC APPROACH In some cases, physicians prescribe and advocate specific care for treatment of certain physical and/or neurological conditions. When conventional physiotherapy is not enough, we encourage physiotherapy with an osteopathic approach. In case of muscle, ligament,
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Dec, 2017
Dec, 2017
INTERCOSTAL PAIN (INTERCOSTAL NEURALGIA)
INTERCOSTAL PAIN – INTERCOSTAL NEURALGIA   Book An Appointment Online Individuals can sprain any of the muscles in their body, including the chest muscles, which results in severe pain. Intercostal muscle sprains cause intense spasmodic pain and can also
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May, 2017
May, 2017
FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (FCD)
FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (FCD) Have you ever heard the expression “2nd line” or “interdisciplinary clinic”? Have you suffered a workplace accident (CNESST) or a traffic accident (SAAQ), and you have seen no results after receiving a whole range
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May, 2017
May, 2017
CNESST COMPENSATION PROCEDURES
CNESST COMPENSATION PROCEDURES In case of an accident or a work-related injury , according to the law, you have several compensations and claims that allow you to recover from your injuries, regain your functional abilities and facilitate your return to
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Nov, 2016
Nov, 2016
HAND REHABILITATION – OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY APPROACH
WRIST AND HAND REHABILITATION Hands and wrists are complex parts of the body made up of bones, tendons, muscles, nerves, veins, ligaments and connective tissues. They make it possible to perform movements, and provide the dexterity and strength needed to
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Oct, 2016
Oct, 2016
WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE?
WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the meridians form the body’s energy network. The meridians ensure that blood, nutrients and energy flow throughout the body. Stress, poor eating habits or heredity can cause a meridian to be
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Sep, 2015
Sep, 2015
Biceps brachii muscle mild strain
WHAT IS IT? The biceps brachii, commonly known as the biceps, is a two-headed muscle located on the upper arm between the shoulder and the elbow, and is responsible for the movements of flexion (i.e. Â bending) and supination (i.e. rotating
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Sep, 2015
Sep, 2015
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
 WHAT IS IT? The iliotibial (IT) band is a strong and thick band of fibrous tissue which runs from the outside of the thigh, where it extends from the tensor fascia lata muscle, down to the external part of the
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Sep, 2015
Sep, 2015
Patellar Tendinitis
WHAT IS IT? A tendon is a fibrous tissue whose role is to connect muscle to bone. The patellar tendon is a thick and extremely strong fibrous structure which extends from the lower tip of the kneecap (patella bone) to
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Sep, 2015
Sep, 2015
Biceps brachii muscle tear
WHAT IS IT? The biceps brachii, commonly known as the biceps, is a two-headed muscle located on the upper arm between the shoulder and the elbow, and is responsible for the movements of flexion (i.e. Â bending) and supination (i.e. rotating
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Sep, 2015
Sep, 2015
Calf muscle tear
WHAT IS IT? The calf muscle group, named the triceps surae, is a group of muscles located at the back of the lower leg (see image on the right). The triceps surae muscle group is composed of two superficial muscles,
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Sep, 2015
Sep, 2015
Patellofemoral Syndrome
WHAT IS IT? Patellofemoral syndrome is mainly characterized by pain at the front of the knee, and is caused by friction between the kneecap (also called the patella bone) and the surface of the femur underneath it. Thepatellaisa small flat
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Sep, 2015
Sep, 2015
Triceps brachii muscle tear
WHAT IS IT? The triceps brachii is divided into three heads and is located on the posterior aspect of the upper arm between the shoulder and the elbow, and is responsible for the movements of extending (i.e. of straightening) the
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Jul, 2015
Jul, 2015
Shoulder tendinitis: the most frequently seen tendinitis!
WHAT IS IT? A tendon is a fibrous tissue capable of withstanding tension and whose role is to connect muscle to bone. Any excessive straining of a muscle can over time cause a tendinitis, which is an inflammation of the
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Jul, 2015
Jul, 2015
Lateral epicondylitis or «tennis elbow»
WHAT IS IT? The lateral epicondyle is a small bony eminence located on the external surface of the humerus bone, at the level of the elbow joint. It is the site of insertion of the tendons of the wrist extensors
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Jul, 2015
Jul, 2015
Achilles tendinitis
 WHAT IS IT? A tendon is a resistive band of fibrous connective tissue that connects a muscle to a particular bone. The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and is located at the back of the leg
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Jul, 2015
Jul, 2015
Degenerative arthritis or osteoarthritis : an overview
WHAT IS IT? Degenerative arthritis or osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease in the general population. Some forms of arthritis have very rapid progression, while others develop very slowly. The surfaces of most bones in the human body are
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Jul, 2015
Jul, 2015