Sylvia Ho

Bed Rest is No Longer the Best Option for Back Pain

Low back pain is one of the most common reasons for consulting a physician. Despite little supporting scientific evidence, bed rest was considered the primary treatment from the late 19th century. What has changed now is how back pain is understood and managed.

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To Manipulate Or Not to Manipulate?

Manipulation is a word used in the physiotherapy community to mean a certain hands-on or manual technique applied to a joint, usually the spine. This manual technique involves a strong thrust which often leads to a "click" or "pop" sound and pain relief usually ensues.

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