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How to Manage Foot Pain Caused by Plantar Fasciitis
We recently worked with a patient who was struggling with intense heel pain. This discomfort made it hard to walk and complete daily tasks, especially first thing in the morning. When they finally came to visit us at , we knew exactly what we were dealing with: foot pain from plantar fasciitis.
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that affects the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue connecting your heel to your toes.
Read full blogHow Acupuncture Supports Your Mental Health and Stress Relief
Many people in Victoria, BC juggle busy careers, family life, and active hobbies—and over time, that constant pace can take a toll on mental health. Stress, worry, and physical tension often show up together, making it harder to unwind, sleep well, and enjoy the activities you love. At Equilibrium Therapeutics, we frequently meet patients who are looking for natural, supportive ways to calm their minds and bodies. Acupuncture is one approach that may offer gentle support for stress relief and emotional wellbeing.
Read full blogWhat Causes Sciatica Pain and How Physiotherapy Can Help
If you’re living with sharp, shooting pain down your leg, numbness, or a deep ache in your lower back, you may be dealing with sciatica. For many people in Victoria, sciatica can make walking, sitting at a desk, driving, or enjoying favourite activities feel difficult and frustrating. At Equilibrium Therapeutics, we support patients every day who are looking for safe, nonsurgical options and want to know what helps with sciatic nerve pain in the lower back and leg.
Read full blogHow Acupuncture Aids Recovery After Injury
Injury rehabilitation can be challenging, but it’s easier when a healthcare team guides you through the process. In fact, the right treatments can help you manage pain and facilitate your recovery. One effective option is acupuncture for recovery after injury, a time-tested therapy that blends well with modern rehabilitation methods.
At , we frequently incorporate acupuncture into our comprehensive injury rehabilitation programs. Today, we want to share the story of a recent patient, a runner in her late twenties, whom we’ll call Emily.
Read full blogManaging Sports Strain Pain with Physiotherapy
Sports-related strains can sideline even the most dedicated athletes, causing discomfort and limiting performance. Fortunately, physiotherapy offers effective strategies for pain relief for strains, helping you manage your discomfort and reduce the risk of further injury.
Let’s examine muscle strains, how they develop, and how the team at can help you get back in the game.
What Are Strains and How Do They Happen?
A muscle strain occurs when fibers in the muscle or tendon (the tissue that connects muscle to bone) are overstretched or torn.
Read full blogUsing Acupuncture to Manage Arthritis Pain Effectively
Living with arthritis can be a daily challenge. For many Canadians, the pain and stiffness of arthritis can make simple tasks feel overwhelming. However, acupuncture for arthritis pain offers a promising way to find relief and improve quality of life–as a patient at recently discovered.
How Acupuncture Helped Mary Manage Her Arthritis Pain
Mary, a 68-year-old retired teacher, had been living with arthritis in her knees for over a decade.
Read full blogPrevent Common Running Injuries with Physiotherapy
Running is an excellent way to stay active, improve cardiovascular health, and enjoy the great outdoors. However, it also comes with risks of injuries, especially for those who push their limits or run without proper preparation. Fortunately, physiotherapy is a powerful tool to help prevent running injuries so you don’t miss out on your favorite trails!
The team at understands how frustrating a running injury can be, especially when it keeps you from training.
Read full blogPhysiotherapy for Post-Surgery Pain Relief
Recovering from surgery can be challenging, especially when your pain persists longer than you were expecting–which recently happened with one of our patients, a woman we’ll call Emma. Fortunately, physiotherapy for post-surgery pain helped guide Emma through a successful post-surgical rehabilitation.
Physiotherapy rehabilitation after orthopedic surgery is an essential part of the surgical process. It helps you restore strength and function so you can return to your daily life. However, it also offers several approaches for managing pain, both in the weeks immediately following the procedure and in the long term.
Read full blogManaging Foot Pain Caused by Injury
Have you recently suffered a foot injury? If you’re like many people, the experience may have taught you just how much you use your foot in day-to-day life! Simple activities become much harder when you’re struggling with foot pain from an injury–but you do have options for relief, including physiotherapy.
The key to managing foot pain from injury is to work to restore strength and mobility in your foot and ankle.
Read full blogHow Poor Posture Leads to Back Pain and How to Correct It
Struggling with lower back pain? While it could have developed for any number of reasons, there’s one cause that often gets overlooked: poor posture. When ignored, back pain from poor posture can gradually worsen until it disrupts your quality of life. Fortunately, addressing your posture can help you find relief.
Maintaining proper posture isn’t just about standing up straight. Instead, it’s about maintaining spinal alignment throughout the day, no matter what you’re doing.
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