what we treat

Physiotherapy is treatment to restore, maintain, and make the most of a patient’s mobility, function, and well-being. Physiotherapy helps through physical rehabilitation, injury prevention, and health and fitness. Physiotherapists get you involved in your own recovery. 

 Physiotherapists study the science of movement. They learn how to pinpoint an injury’s root causes.

 When should I go see a physiotherapist?

Think about getting physiotherapy if you have an injury, or chronic pain that affects how you function everyday. A doctor may refer you to physiotherapy after surgery such as a hip replacement, or an event such as a heart attack or stroke.

 What problems do physiotherapists treat?

Physiotherapists focus on both prevention and rehabilitation. Treatment can be for problems caused by injury, disease or disability. Here are some examples:

• Neck and back pain caused by problems in the muscles and skeleton
• Problems in the bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, such as arthritis and the after-effects of amputation
• Lung problems such as asthma
• Disability as a result of heart problems
• Pelvic issues, such as bladder and bowel problems related to childbirth
• Loss of mobility because of trauma to the brain or spine, or due to diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis
• Fatigue, pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of muscle strength, for example during cancer treatment, or palliative care 

 Cupping therapy is an ancient form of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Cupping is used worldwide. Its usage dates back to as far as 1,550 B.C. There are different forms of cupping; the most common are dry, wet, and fire cupping. At Resilient Acupuncture we use exclusively fire cupping. Cups are applied onto the skin and a suction is created, pulling the skin up. It is meant to increase blood flow to certain areas to the body which results in decreased pain and increased circulation.

Instead of turning to traditional medications or painkillers, you may be curious about trying alternative treatments. These include acupuncture, Tui Na Massage and even cupping.

Cupping really went mainstream after the 2016 Summer Olympics. During the Olympics, swimmer Michael Phelps had purple suction marks from cupping on his back. Phelps swears by cupping as a way to deal with soreness and pain during training and competition. People also use it for day to day pains like working at a desk for long hours, asthmas and sciatica.

The marks from cupping may look intimidating at first, but they are actually just the result of suction on your skin. It creates a myofascial release in the tissues and most people find it very pleasant and relaxing. You can think of this as a reverse massage where we can create space in between the muscles for oxygen to circulate. This releases stagnation and increases blood flow, something we all need a lot more of in our lives. It is safe for people of all ages and ailments.

With fire cupping a suction is created using a small flame that is briefly held in the cup to remove the oxygen. This creates a vacuum. The fire never touches anything other than the cup and it completely safe. There are some great you tube videos to help ease your fear. We will have one posted here for you shortly.

Cupping is beneficial for individuals with injuries, pain, and inflammation, as well as stress, anxiety, and other emotional issues. It is even used for facial rejuvenation and cellulite reduction.

The following conditions may also benefit from cupping therapy:

Congestion, the common cold, asthma, and allergies

Digestive issues

Insomnia

Irritability

Fatigue

Pain

Systemic Inflammation