Chronic Conditions & Pain

What is TMJ (Temporo-Mandibular Joint) Dysfunction?

December 11, 2019

In North America, more than 20% of the population suffers from TMJ dysfunction. The TMJ is the joint of the jaw, the most used joint in the human body. Many structures influence the TMJ directly, such as the skull bones, the cervical spine (neck), the muscles and the fascia.

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Persistent Pain – Part Two

October 1, 2019

Part Two: What To Do About It   written by Kristie Norquay, physiotherapist Physiotherapy is a profession that strives to help people enjoy health & wellness for the long haul.  We are trained to help with general exercise recommendations, diagnosis…

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Persistent Pain – Part One

September 19, 2019

Part One: Pain Explanations written by Kristie Norquay, physiotherapist Pain can be a tricky thing. It’s very complex, especially persistent or chronic pain. Treating acute pain/injury is very different than treating chronic pain.  The whole pain system is much more…

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An alternative approach to chronic pain

June 30, 2016

Chronic pain is a complicated process.  Any time pain lasts longer than “expected” (ex. beyond typical tissue healing time) it is considered chronic or persistent pain. Pain is designed to be a protective mechanism during acute trauma or a threatening…

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