After a car accident, it can be hard to know what your body needs. Should you rest for a few days? Keep moving? Book an appointment right away? For many people, car accident physiotherapy can begin fairly soon after a crash, once serious injuries have been ruled out and it’s safe to start moving. In…
Most aches and pains don’t mean you need to book an appointment right away. A sore back after moving furniture or tired legs after a long hike may settle with a bit of rest and normal movement. But sometimes your body keeps sending the same message. Pain sticks around, a joint feels stiffer than it…
Headaches can take over your day fast. One minute you are trying to work or exercise, and the next you’re dealing with pressure, tightness, or that familiar ache that starts at the base of your skull and creeps upward. For some people, headaches are occasional. For others, a chronic headache pattern becomes part of life,…
If you are feeling sore, stiff, or have an injury, it can be tough to decide where to book first. Should you choose massage or physio? The best choice depends on your symptoms, how long they have lasted, and what activities you want to return to. Here’s an easy way to decide: physiotherapy is usually…
For 15 years INSYNC has built a trusted reputation for high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy and massage therapy in Cambie Village. We couldn’t be more thrilled to stretch our legs into a brand-new, purpose-built space, just steps away from our previous location. Our team has worked tirelessly over the last few months to make this transition as…
The most common thing that folks know about the pelvic floor is the word “kegel.” A kegel is a pelvic floor contraction and many think that just by doing these muscle contractions that they will magically make all of their problems go away. But like most of what we hear through quick soundbites on the…
Pelvic Floor Physio is a specialty within the field of physiotherapy that has grown significantly in popularity over the last decade. As research continues to uncover how the pelvic floor muscles function and contribute to overall health, pelvic floor physio has gained widespread interest as a functional and non-invasive form of treatment. But what is…
Insights from Wil Seto of INSYNC Physio When we hear “shooting shoulder pain,” it might conjure up dramatic images—but for many active individuals, especially those new to sports like boxing, it’s a frustrating and mysterious reality. In a recent interview, Mark Bossert sat down with Wil Seto, Sports Physiotherapist and Owner of INSYNC Physio, to…
Most of us have heard of carpal tunnel, but what is it? First, let’s define our terms. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, usually referred to as simply carpal tunnel, is one of the most common “entrapment neuropathies”–a condition in which a nerve is squeezed or compressed. In the case of carpal tunnel syndrome, the median nerve, a…
What Is Sciatica? Sciatica is a broad term used to describe pain associated with the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in our bodies, running from the lower back, through the pelvis, down the hamstring and into the calves. Rather than a specific injury with clear cause and effect, sciatica refers to…
Since its debut in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, indoor rock climbing has become a massively popular choice for individuals seeking a fun and challenging physical activity–and it’s not hard to understand why! Pushing your limits in rock climbing, whether it’s climbing with ropes or bouldering, can challenge you physically, mentally, and emotionally. At INSYNC PHYSIO…
“If we are just treating the symptom, we are just putting on a band-aid.” Movement pattern or muscle retraining exists at the core of physiotherapy. What brings someone into the clinic, be it injury, pain, or muscle tightness, is often a result of some sort of movement dysfunction. The goal of physiotherapy is to restore…
“People who set goals win once. People who set systems, win repeatedly.” – James Clare From a common ankle sprain to post-surgery recovery, one of the most common questions we are asked is: how soon after my injury should I seek out physiotherapy rehab? To answer this question, it is good to distinguish the difference…
Mark: Hi, it’s Mark Bossert, I’m here with Iyad Salloum of Insync Physio in North Burnaby, BC, Canada, and we’re talking about vertigo today. How you doing, Iyad? Iyad: Good, Mark. Thanks for doing this. Mark: So recurring vertigo or vertigo relapse, what’s going on with this ailment? Iyad: We’ve been seeing a lot of…
Mark: Hi it’s Mark from Remarkable Speaking. I’m here with Iyad Salloum of Insync Physio in North Burnaby. Today we’re talking about something that I think is, I don’t know how common it is. It seems to be fairly common cuz we’ve talked about it a few times where the world spins all around you….
Mark: Hi, it’s Mark from Top Local, I’m here with Iyad Salloum he’s the clinical director of Insync Physio in North Burnaby. And we’re going to talk about persistent post-concussion syndrome. What is this Iyad? Iyad: Yeah, so there’s the common tale of like, you have two different kinds of populations that get this potentially….
Mark: Hi, it’s Mark from TLR. I’m here with Wil Seto he’s the owner of the chief cook and bottle washer. Not really. He’s the big chief at Insync Physiotherapy in Vancouver and North Burnaby. And we’re going to talk about rock climbing neck injuries today. How are you doing Wil? Wil: I’m doing well….
Mark: Hi, it’s Mark from Top Local. I’m here with Wil Seto of Insync Physio in Vancouver, many time winners of best physiotherapist office in Vancouver. And we’re talking hip impingement. How are you doing Wil? Wil: I’m doing great. Thanks Mark. Basically it’s when the head of your femur or your femur bone basically…
Mark: Hi, it’s Mark from Top Local. I’m here with Adam Mann of Insync Physio in Vancouver, and we’re talking physiotherapy, how are you doing today? Adam: Hey, Mark. Good to see you. I’m doing quite well. Mark: So you’re going to tell me about an ankle injury today. What was going on with this…
Before Arriving for Your Appointment Did you complete the Covid-19 Symptom screening questionnaire? Did you bring a clean mask? Did you bring your own appropriate clothing for what you will be treated for? Did you leave unnecessary personal items (bags, jackets etc.) at home? Did you leave other household / family members at home? Upon…
Hey Everyone! It’s Wil Seto from INSYNC PHYSIO, Sports & Orthopaedic Rehab clinics. As most of you know, we’ve closed our clinics since mid March to help stop the spread of Covid-19. It’s drastically changed the way we live now. Our united efforts in practicing the safety guidelines outlined by the Ministry of Health in…
