A short discussion of common causes of vertigo and how to manage them Vertigo is not a diagnosis, it is a symptom! Vertigo is described as a feeling of spinning, or of feeling the room spinning around you and can be brought on by a number of different problems with the vestibular system, a small organ in the inner ear that...
Vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis are some of the most common inner ear disorders that we see at Physiothérapie Avantex. In this article we’ll examine what vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis are, the usual progression of vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis, the differences between them, and how these conditions are treated, both medically and in physiotherapy. Vestibular Anatomy Let’s start with a short anatomy lesson....
Introduction Low back pain, often simply referred to as "back pain," is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide. It has been estimated to affect up to 25% of adult Canadians (1). It can be debilitating, affecting daily activities, work, and overall quality of life. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the causes of low back pain and...
Every 4 years since 2001, the Concussion in Sport Group, a group of researchers, clinicians and experts in the concussion world, gathers to review the most recent evidence and create what is called a consensus statement for concussion management. This statement, usually known as the consensus guidelines, forms the basis and framework for evidence-based concussion management. In this article we...
What is a stroke? A stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted. This can happen in two ways: Ischemic Stroke: The most common type of stroke, which occurs when a blood clot blocks an artery that supplies blood to the brain. Hemorrhagic Stroke: A less common...
What is Neurological rehabilitation? Neurological rehabilitation is a type of physical therapy aimed at improving the mobility, independence and physical and motor functions of individuals who have suffered from a neurological injury or condition such as a stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's disease, Guillaine-Barré Syndrome and more. What are neurological physiotherapists? Neurological physiotherapists are physiotherapists who specialise in the treatment and management of...
Over the last 20 years, recommendations for how to heal from a concussion have changed enormously. 20 years ago, when someone had a concussion, we used to recommend what is called “cocoon therapy”. Basically, it was recommended to stay in bed, in the dark, until you felt better. But, what happened if you never felt better? Or if lying in...
We have all been living with COVID-19 since March 2019. In the time since then, what we know about the virus, its method of transmission and symptoms has been changing, seemingly day to day. Initially, we were told that the hallmark symptoms of COVID-19 infection were loss of smell or taste, along with typical respiratory virus symptoms (cough, congestion, etc.)....
As a new parent, you probably have lots of information about what your baby should be doing, how they should be developing, and how you can be helping to stimulate their growth. You may not know about the difficulties he or she may encounter after birth regarding sleep, feeding, carrying, motor development or language, etc. The goal of this article is...
One of the most common questions that I get from potential patients who call the clinic is “What can I expect to happen during my assessment for dizziness or vertigo?”, closely followed by “Will I be more dizzy after my assessment?”. In this article, I’ll try to demystify what goes on in my office during a vertigo or dizziness assessment. The...