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Subacromial impingement (SAI) is one of the most frequently diagnosed shoulder conditions in adults with shoulder pain, and is associated with defects in posture, proprioception and motor coordination of the rotator cuff, deltoid, and the peri-scapular muscles. In addition to physiotherapy, many clinicians will prescribe adjuvant treatment in the form of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) with the intention of reducing shoulder pain often attributable to tendon inflammation and/or bursitis.  Pain reduction methods can reduce barriers for patients to actively participate in their rehabilitative exercise program.  The use of kinesiology tape has become an increasingly popular treatment aimed at reducing musculoskeletal pain without the added potential complications inherent with the use of NSAIDs. Continue reading →

On weekdays, your best exercise intentions get waylaid - business meetings, looming deadlines and kids’ homework all conspire to keep you glued to your chair all week. But come weekend, you’re raring to go. You remember a time when you could jump from one sport to another with no hint of a strain, sprain or even a muscle twitch. If you could do it then, why not now? Continue reading →

Aches, pains, and overwhelming fatigue are normal aspects of pregnancy, particularly in the third trimester, and that's hard enough to deal with. But some women have it worse. Continue reading →

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This past weekend, SpiderTech athlete Sandy Hudson won the top honors at the 2016 American Darts Organization National Cricket Championship! Continue reading →

Many of us deal with pain every day, from wear and tear or repetitive strain or chronic conditions.  Here are some things you might not have known about the pain you feel: Continue reading →

If you accidentally did the splits while hitting the slopes this winter (or just trying to get down the driveway), don’t be too embarrassed, you’re not alone! Groin strains are not uncommon, especially among athletes. You’re at high risk for a groin injury if you participate in a sport that requires sudden and fast leg movement, or has a lot of contact. However, anyone can cause themselves injury if they do not take the proper steps like stretching properly before and after an especially strenuous workout. Any sudden movement, especially to the side, can cause a groin strain that can take weeks to heal. Below are 9 steps to healing a groin strain and getting back to your daily activities. Continue reading →

  And the winners of the massive ‪#‎12DaysofSpiderTech Giveaway are…. Continue reading →

Happy Holidays, Folks! Continue reading →

Knee pain, like any sort of pain, can seriously interfere with sleep. Whether or not you are focused on your knee pain, if it’s bothering you, you are likely to have at least a few sleepless nights. Continue reading →