Dr Natalie Carriere

11/19/2023

11/18/2023

11/11/2023

Facet syndrome is caused by an irritation of the articular facets at the level of the spine. This progressive condition is often associated with a sensation of pain and generally affects the quantity and quality of movement possible.

The spine is made up of several vertebrae, intervertebral discs, ligaments, nerves and many muscles. The facet joints are small joints, covered with cartilage, that connect the vertebrae together.

Facet syndrome most often affects the lumbar or cervical region and usually happens as a result of structural changes that occur in the spine with age. Facet syndrome can be caused by inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis, or following a spinal trauma, such as a car accident or a fall.

Treatment of Facet Syndrome consists of Class IV Laser Therapy, management of any biomechanics stresses in the area and exercise rehabilitation to address any weaknesses that can be putting undue stress on the area.

11/08/2023

An elbow sprain is a stretch, or a partial or complete tear of the ligaments connecting the bone in the arm, called the humerus, to those in the forearm, called the radius and ulna.

This type of sprain usually occurs from a direct elbow strike, during a tackle while playing a contact sport. A sprain can also occur from a fall on an outstretched arm.

Treatment of elbow sprains consists of Class IV Laser Therapy, management of any biomechanics stresses in the area and exercise rehabilitation to address any weaknesses that can be putting undue stress on the arm.