Physiotherapy

Chronic Headaches in Victoria: How Physiotherapy at Pursuit Offers Relief & Long-Term Solutions

Chronic headaches are prevalent in Victoria—especially among desk workers glued to screens, students cramming for exams, or athletes recovering from old injuries. At Pursuit Physiotherapy, located in the Andrew Sheret Building on Hillside Ave, we see firsthand how headaches disrupt lives. The good news? Physiotherapy can address the root causes, from poor posture to muscle tension, and help you reclaim your days.

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Pickleball Injuries in Victoria: How Physiotherapy Keeps You in the Game (including Tennis, Badminton & More)

Pickleball isn’t just Victoria’s fastest-growing sport—it’s a gateway to fun, fitness, and the occasional overzealous backswing. At Pursuit Physiotherapy, nestled in the heart of Hillside’s Andrew Sheret Building, we’re seeing a surge in paddle-related injuries. But whether you’re a pickleball enthusiast, a tennis regular at Cedar Hill Rec, or a badminton player at Oak Bay Rec, the good news is: physiotherapy can keep you swinging pain-free.

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Debunking 5 Chiropractic Myths (Hint: It’s Not Just for Back Pain)

Chiropractic care is surrounded by myths – from “it’s only for back pain” to “adjustments are unsafe.” At Pursuit Physiotherapy on Hillside Ave, Dr. Rob combines evidence-based care with a fitness-first philosophy to help Victoria residents move better, recover faster, and live pain-free. Let’s bust the top 5 myths with science!

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Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment in Victoria BC

Sciatica is a debilitating condition affecting thousands of Victoria residents, characterized by pain radiating along the sciatic nerve—the longest nerve in the body. For those experiencing sciatica, daily activities like walking, sitting, or even working at a desk in Victoria’s bustling downtown can become unbearable. At Pursuit Physiotherapy, our Victoria-based team of physiotherapists and chiropractors combines cutting-edge research with personalized care to help patients effectively overcome sciatica. In this blog, we’ll explore sciatica’s causes, symptoms, and science-backed treatments available in Victoria BC.

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Managing Gluteal Tendinopathy: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Struggling with persistent pain on the outer hip or buttock? You might be dealing with gluteal tendinopathy—a common yet often misunderstood condition affecting the tendons connecting your glute muscles to the hip. At Pursuit Physiotherapy in Victoria, BC, we specialize in turning frustration into freedom. Let’s break down how to manage this condition effectively, so you can reclaim comfort in daily life.

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Shoulder Pain When You Bench Press? Fix These 3 Key Areas | Chiropractor Victoria

Shoulder pain during bench press is common. But it’s not something you should ignore or push through. It usually signals poor movement control, muscle imbalance, or a technical flaw. The good news? Victoria Chiropractor, Dr. Rob Hao, shares some tips to help you address these problems.

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Lessons from the Front: Running Injuries

As physiotherapists, we are not above experiencing injuries ourselves. Despite our expertise in physiology, rehabilitation medicine, and having seen thousands of patients, we too are human, and as such can make mistakes and have accidents.

In this blog, I thought I would share my most recent injury and reflections on I will be not only rehabbing it but preventing it from reoccurring.

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Unlock the Secret: How Resistance Training Boosts Running Performance and Reduces Injuries

The Movement Optimism Podcast (S2 E1) highlighted a non-linear relationship between cumulative load and damage in the context of running injuries. To illustrate this, imagine smashing a bone with a hammer using 100kg of force—it will likely shatter. However, if you tap the hammer using 1kg of force 100 times, the bone will not break.

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