Pacific Island WorkSafe & Wellness Clinic

09/01/2021

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08/29/2021

If you suffer from diabetes, you have an increased risk of corns and calluses , especially if your foot alignment altered. These corns and calluses and impact your skin integrity, and if left untreated can result in diabetic wounds. Orthotics can be helpful in reducing these key pressure areas of the foot.

08/29/2021

Custom orthotics are very popular in treating hip problems. This is because many physiotherapists believe in healing from the ground up. Results are more successful when treatment addresses the entire body, rather than trying to reduce pain only in the affected area.

A custom orthotic should account for the following:

Alignment – Re-aligns the foot by redirecting certain motions that happen during the gait cycle

Support – Provides support to the ankle, preventing overpronation or supination (rolling motion to the outside edge of the foot)

Stability – Offers necessary support base so we can have control and balance of our bodies from the ground up

08/26/2021

Your feet are the foundation for your health. Keeping them healthy is the key to keeping your whole body healthy.
Every one can benefit from orthotics and orthopedic shoes.

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08/19/2021

Ongoing Foot Pain?
First and foremost, it’s important to have a thorough assessment to rule out certain issues. When serious issues have been ruled out, orthotics can be beneficial by removing pressure and stress from painful areas.

08/16/2021

If you are spending long periods of time on your feet, you will need extra support because your muscles will fatigue. It’s important to move around and give your feet a break, however in this situation orthotics can be helpful.

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08/13/2021

Nothing like a happy patient!

08/09/2021

Using foot orthotics and orthopedic shoes are the measures to take to maintain result after your physiotherapy and manual osteopathy sessions.

08/06/2021

Seeing you guys happy is our drive!
So greatful.

08/06/2021

Nothing like seeing a happy patient!
we take pride in helping our patients live better life!

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08/03/2021

If you are insured by direct billing insurance, we can directly claim your services for you online.
These claims usually take 2-5 business days to process. For products such as custom-made orthotics, we can submit paper claims via post mail to your insurance company, at no cost to you!
These claims usually take 5-10 business days to process. For any questions or concerns regarding the claiming process, please give us a call. We will be more than happy to assist you!

We also do ICBC claims directly.

07/27/2021

While Shockwave is suitable for a large number of conditions both evidenced and experimental with minimal side effects, there are some conditions, also known as contraindications, that means Shockwave is not an option.

Shockwave is unsuitable in the following circumstances:

● If you are pregnant

● If you have a blood clotting disorder (including thrombosis)

● If you are taking oral anticoagulants

● If you have received a Steroid/ cortisone injection within 6 weeks

● If you have a Pacemaker fitted

● If tumours are present at the treatment site

● If you have an infection or skin abrasion/ acute inflammations at the treatment site

● If you are in growth (Under 18)

● Tumour diseases, carcinoma, cancer patients

07/24/2021

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07/20/2021

07/18/2021

After shockwave therapy, you should:

Even if you have no pain after treatment it is strongly recommended that you refrain from any activity that stresses the treated area for 48 hours after each treatment.
You will be able to drive immediately after the treatment
No rehabilitation and limitation will apply to you after shockwave therapy.
Patients could apply Heat after shockwave treatment
Radial shockwave therapy initiates a pro-inflammatory condition in the tissue that is being treated. If necessary you can use paracetamol or a codeine-based medication for pain relief after treatment.

07/15/2021

Conditions and symptoms we can treat with shock wave therapy:
Elbow

Tennis or golfer’s elbow

Knee and shin

Patellar tendinitis (jumper’s knee)

Shin pain/tibial stress syndrome

Achilles tendon and heel

Achilles tendon pain

Heel pain

Shoulder and neck

Chronic neck

Shoulder pain

Trigger points

Back and fascia

Back pain

Fascial pain

07/05/2021

Myofascial release: Myofascial release is a manipulative treatment that attempts to release tension in the fascia due to trauma, posture, or inflammation. Practitioners employ long stretching strokes meant to balance tissue and muscle mechanics and improve joint range of motion in order to relieve pain.

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06/28/2021