Author name: Ayah Khaled

Vertigo: Causes, Symptoms & How Physiotherapy Can Treat Dizziness

Have you ever rolled over in bed, looked up at a shelf, or stood up quickly and suddenly felt like the room was spinning? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of people experience dizziness or vertigo each year, and while the sensation can be frightening, it’s often treatable. Interestingly, researchers continue to make significant advances in understanding vertigo

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Ottawa Ankle Rules: Is It a Sprain or a Fracture?

Twisting your ankle can happen in an instant—whether you’re stepping off a curb, playing sports, hiking, or simply missing a step. However, one of the first questions many people ask is: Is it a sprain or a fracture? Fortunately, healthcare professionals have an evidence-based tool called the Ottawa Ankle Rules that helps determine whether an X-ray is necessary

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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: Symptoms & Treatment

Whether you’re lifting your baby, scrolling on your phone, gardening, or working on the computer, your thumbs do a lot more than you probably realize. However, when everyday movements suddenly become painful, De Quervain’s tenosynovitis (also known as thumb tenosynotivitis) may be the culprit. Fortunately, the good news is that most people recover well with the right treatment.

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Trigger Finger: Why Your Finger Gets Stuck

Interestingly, as more Canadians continue spending hours each day on computers, smartphones, gaming devices, and repetitive hand-intensive hobbies, healthcare professionals are seeing increasing numbers of overuse-related hand conditions. While technology itself doesn’t directly cause trigger finger, repetitive gripping and forceful hand activities may contribute to symptoms in susceptible individuals. Recent research also continues to improve

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