A simple and effective exercise to try if you are suffering from lower back pain.
Read more4 Fitness Mistakes To Avoid
So you've got Christmas out of the way and now the New Year's resolutions are starting to kick in. With the majority of NY resolutions health related it's probably no surprise that most of those new changes fail by February. How can we turn those good intentions into sustainable health/fitness related changes?
Find out some of the mistakes to avoid this NY.
Read moreGood versus bad pain
Have you ever given thought to the meaning behind the statement: No pain, no gain?
Many people can take this statement literally, and unfortunately, the end result could be injury. It is important that we listen to what our bodies tell us both during and after exercise. There is in fact "good pain" and "bad pain". The following information should help you to tell the difference.
Read moreCan I Exercise With A Sprained Ankle?
In the first few minutes following the injury it is likely that you will experience pain, tenderness, swelling, and bruising. You may initially be able to walk and as the swelling increases you may have more difficulty. As the swelling increases and spasm sets in, you will have difficulty with normal motion of the ankle. This is all normal for an ankle sprain.
Read morePain at the front of the knee.
Anterior knee pain refers to pain or ache towards the front of the knee possibly just behind the patella (kneecap). Often patients report their pain being aggravated by walking on stairs, prolonged sitting with a bent knee, squatting, running or jumping activities. The thigh muscles may feel weak and you may have episodes of giving way, especially when walking down stairs. You may hear a cracking or feel a grating sensation behind the kneecap when moving the knee. Occasionally swelling may be present towards the front of your knee.
Read moreDo I need an X-ray or scan if I have back pain?
Physiotherapists are often asked by patients if they need further investigations such as X-ray or MRI scan to help understand and treat their pain or decreased function. The simple answer is that further investigations are not always needed and can in some instances be counterproductive.
Read moreAchilles Pain
Whether you’re a runner or a walker, male or female, pain in the Achilles tendon is a common problem. The achilles tendon has to tolerate the highest loads in the body – up to 10 times your body weight during running, jumping, hopping and walking.
If you’re suffering with a problem with your Achilles tendon then it’s likely to be tender to touch and may feel stiff, particularly in the morning.
Read moreCommon lower back pain myths
In this month’s blog we explore the 4 myths commonly associated with back pain which may hold people back from recovering quicker.
Read moreMyths And Misconceptions of Physiotherapy
While the demand for physiotherapists continues to rise and many patients are experiencing the positive effects of physiotherapy, some misconceptions persist.
There are a number of myths and misconceptions that prevent people from having physiotherapy that need to be overcome to ensure that as many people as possible benefit from it.
It is our experience that some people will live with pain and discomfort for some time assuming it is simply due to age, but who have improved significantly with appropriate physiotherapy treatment.
So, what are some of the common physiotherapy myths?
Read moreShoulder pain. Is it coming from the shoulder?
If you’ve been experiencing shoulder pain, you’re probably not alone. Up to two-thirds of adults report shoulder-related symptoms at some point in their lives. For a small number the pain doesn’t go away by itself which affects daily activities and quality of life in the long term. However, the important thing is you don’t have to accept pain as your “new normal”.
Read moreUse POLICE For Early Injury Management
We all get soft tissue injuries from time to time, whether you’ve gone over on your ankle while out walking, fallen on ice or ran too hard at the kids sports day! The end result is usually the same – bruising, swelling and plenty of pain.
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