Carpal Tunnel Syndrome During Pregnancy

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome During Pregnancy

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a wrist condition which can occur during pregnancy due to the compression of nerves around the wrist. What are signs of CTS? Symptoms usually start gradually, with numbness or tingling in the fingers,...
Perineal Trauma During Birth

Perineal Trauma During Birth

By E-Lynn Tan, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist The perineum is the area between your vagina and anus. Perineal traumas can happen during the birthing process where the baby’s head is either too large for the vagina or the vaginal opening doesn’t stretch...
Good Posture and a Healthy Spine Start in Childhood

Good Posture and a Healthy Spine Start in Childhood

Posture is the position in which we hold our bodies when we are standing, sitting, or lying down.   Optimal posture is where our muscles are able to hold our body and limbs during different positions and activities with as little strain and tension as possible....
Easing Endometriosis Pain

Easing Endometriosis Pain

By Amy Tinetti, Women’s Health Physiotherapist What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a chronic disease that occurs when cells similar to those that line the female uterus grows in other parts of the body including the abdominal cavity and the internal organs...