What Is Dry Needling? Benefits, Process & What to Expect

Dry needling at Leaside Sports Medicine

Dry needling is an effective treatment modality gaining popularity in physiotherapy for relieving pain and improving mobility. If you’ve been struggling with persistent muscle pain or limited range of motion, dry needling might be worth considering. It’s often used as part of a broader pain management plan to treat: But what exactly is dry needling, … Read more

Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis Relief: Does it Work?

Shockwave Therapy for plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that can cause persistent pain in the sole and heel, making everyday activities like walking or standing uncomfortable. If you’re struggling with chronic heel pain and traditional treatments haven’t provided relief, shockwave therapy might be worth considering. In this article, we’ll cover how shockwave therapy works, its potential benefits, … Read more

Can Orthotics Help Plantar Fasciitis?

Custom Orthotics Samples

Persistent foot pain from plantar fasciitis can make everyday activities—working, exercising, and even socializing—feel like a challenge. Since our feet provide the foundation for every step we take, any issues with them can disrupt posture and overall mobility, quickly impacting daily life. Custom orthotics offer an evidence-based, practical solution to address the root causes of … Read more

Shockwave Therapy: How it Works, Uses, and Benefits

Shockwave therapy machine at Leaside Sports Medicine

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy, more commonly known as shockwave therapy, is a non-invasive treatment that uses short, powerful acoustic waves to reduce pain and speed up the healing of damaged tissues, such as muscles and tendons. Shockwave therapy has been used as a treatment modality since the 1980s and has been approved by both Canada Health … Read more

What is Vestibular Therapy? Understanding Its Role in Relieving Dizziness and Vertigo

Matthew Chin-Yee helping with vestibular physiotherapy tests

Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is a specialized physical therapy designed to address disorders in the vestibular system—a network of structures in the inner ear that help us maintain balance and spatial awareness. When things go wrong with the vestibular system, symptoms like dizziness and vertigo can manifest, increasing the risk of falls, injuries, and secondary … Read more

What Are Orthotics? Understanding Their Role in Pain Relief

Custom Orthotics 3D Mold

Orthotics are custom-made shoe inserts designed to reduce pain and improve your body’s movement and biomechanical function. Whether you’re dealing with a specific condition like plantar fasciitis or need extra support because of long hours on your feet, orthotics can provide the relief you need. At Leaside Sports Medicine, we specialize in personalized solutions, with … Read more

Navigating Ergonomics for a Pain-Free Workday

People discussing charts at a workplace

It is no coincidence that as we spend more time typing at our computers and holding our phones, our hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders show greater signs of repetitive strain—not to mention the postural strain on our necks and upper backs!  Tips on Creating a Healthy Workspace Helping patients overcome various hand, wrist, and elbow … Read more