An ankle fracture is one of the most common orthopaedic injuries and can seriously compromise mobility and quality of life if not treated properly. The ankle supports all of the body's weight and is made up of three main bones, the tibia, fibula (or fibula) and astragalus, which work together to...
Respiratory physiotherapy is one of the subspecialities of physiotherapy, alongside sports, neurological and orthopaedic physiotherapy, among others. At Integrativa we have extended our range of services to include this very important area, promoting a comprehensive approach to the person, whether in an acute or chronic phase. What is respiratory physiotherapy? Respiratory physiotherapy...
Living with chronic pain is like carrying an invisible weight every day. The pain is there, constant, silent, sometimes unpredictable, and it affects much more than the body. It affects sleep, mood, energy and even the way we relate to others. But there is a possible and safe way to...
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most important structures for knee stability. It controls the movement of the tibia in relation to the femur, preventing dislocations and excessive rotations. ACL injuries are quite common, especially in athletes, and can occur to varying degrees, from a slight stretch to a ruptured...
Clinical Pilates is a therapeutic approach applied by health professionals, ideally physiotherapists, which combines strength, motor control, flexibility and body awareness. It is a guided practice that aims to re-educate the body, optimise the quality of movement and prevent the onset or worsening of injuries. Benefits of Clinical Pilates in injury prevention Correction...
Osteopathy is an approach based on knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body, integrating observation of mobility, tissue organisation and the functional relationship between the different systems. It starts from the understanding that bones, muscles, joints, fascia and other tissues act interdependently and that changes in one...
Suddenly, the image in the mirror changes. One side of the face stops responding, the smile becomes asymmetrical and the eye may not close completely. Facial paralysis often comes on unexpectedly and raises immediate questions: “Will I recover? How long will it take?” In most cases, the evolution is favourable, especially when there is...
Pain: a complex and multifactorial experience Pain goes beyond a simple symptom. It is a complex experience that involves the interaction of physical, emotional and cognitive factors, activating not only the nervous system and the body's tissues, but also the individual's mental state, thus reflecting its multifactorial nature (Melzack...
Pregnancy brings with it significant changes to a woman's body. Hormones make the ligaments more flexible and the connective tissue more elastic, allowing for a greater range of movement in the joints. Although this greater flexibility may seem advantageous, in practice it increases the risk of overload, especially in the spine, which becomes one of the most affected areas...
Low back pain is one of the most frequent complaints in the adult population, affecting millions of people around the world. For a long time, absolute rest was the main recommendation for relieving this type of problem. However, it is now known that prolonged inactivity can have significant negative consequences, such as: weakening of the muscles...
