The Physio Diary

Introduction Every day is for the thief–but one sharp, unforgettable day is for the owner. Some people steal from their own bodies without even knowing it, especially when it comes to shoulder pain. Each morning, you might feel a twinge while zipping up a dress or reaching for your wallet. It’s there, but manageable. So you move on. Until one day, you don’t. That same movement brings pain–real pain. Not just discomfort, but something that stops you in your tracks. That deep, jarring resistance? That might just be frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)–and your body won’t let you forget. Why Does The Shoulder Freeze? Every part of the body is designed to protect itself from harm–and the shoulder is no different. Surrounding the shoulder joint is a capsule: a soft, flexible sleeve that helps the joint move freely and smoothly. But sometimes, even a small irritation (like poor posture, joint stress, or subtle overuse) sends the body into protection mode. It reacts by releasing ...

Introduction The neck isn’t very big, but it holds a lot–your head, spinal cord, and most importantly, ability to stay alive. Yet, it doesn’t take much to injure it. One bad fall, one wrong move, and things can go from “ouch” to “emergency” real fast. This post? It’s not just about pain–it is about caring for your neck. Let’s talk about why your neck is important, and how to protect it like your life depends on it (because sometimes, it does). Why Caring For Your Neck Matters Let’s paint a picture. If your body were a company, your brain would be the CEO, and your neck? It’s the elevator–carrying all the instructions from the top floor to every department below. Now imagine the elevator breaks. The whole system shuts down. That’s exactly what can happen when the neck–especially the cervical spine–is injured. Though it might look small and flexible, it houses some of the most vital structures in your body: your spinal cord, major blood vessels, nerves that run to your arms and legs; and...

Introduction With age come changes–and not all of them are as graceful as grey hair or laugh lines. Some changes bring stiffness, pain, or postural shifts that make everyday life more difficult. One of these common changes is called spondylosis. It may sound like a big word, but it’s actually quite simple: spondylosis is arthritis of the spine. It means the discs and joints in your back or neck–the natural cushions between your vertebrae–have begun to wear down. Why Does Spondylosis Happen? It’s all part of growth, aging, and use. As we move through life–walking, lifting, bending, sitting–our spine absorbs a lot of stress. Over time, the discs between our vertebrae, which act like shock absorbers, start to lose moisture, flatten out, and become less flexible. Think of it like a cushion on your favourite chair: no matter how carefully you sit, years of use eventually cause it to flatten and soften. The same thing can happen in your spine–especially in the neck and lower bac...

Introduction Growth is a natural part of life. You expect your child, siblings, cousins, nieces—or any child you care about—to reach important milestones: babbling sounds, grasping objects, bringing them to their mouth, or reacting when you touch the soles of their feet. But life doesn’t always follow the same script for every child. Why? Some children face complications before, during, or after birth that affect the brain. These challenges can lead to delays in reaching developmental milestones. Let’s talk about how a child’s brain develops–and what can sometimes go wrong. Understanding the Brain of a Child The brain of a child starts to form during pregnancy, and this continues to develop rapidly through infancy and early childhood–until age 3 where 80% of the brain is formed. As an adult, there have been instances you hit your head against something and everything is fine. But for an infant though, in some cases, everything might not be fine. This isn't to put fear in you becaus...