Shred the slopes – not your body. Snowsport Injury Advice.
Shred the Slopes Not Your Body Are you soon to hit the slopes? If so, are you prepared? I am not referring to your purchase of the latest ‘look’ to cruise the slopes in style or sussing out the best Apres ski spots. I am referring to you – your body, is it prepared and […]
Physiotherapy advice for a hyperextended knee.
Ever heard that dreaded ‘pop’ while landing from a jump or taking a hit during sports? A hyperextended knee – where your knee bends backward beyond its normal range – can stop athletes in their tracks and affects countless sports enthusiasts. Don’t let uncertainty about your knee injury keep you sidelined – discover whether you need professional care or if you can safely manage recovery at home. Read on to understand this frequent sports injury and get back to the activities you love.
Top 5 running injuries- how to prevent them
Top 5 running injuries: How to treat them The top 5 running injuries is a list of some of the most common conditions we see and hear our running customers complain of: Achilles tendon pain Iliotibial band syndrome (ITB) Shin splints Plantar fasciitis Runners knee (patellofemoral pain syndrome) Achilles tendon pain in runners Achilles tendon […]
Knee Pain – a physiotherapists perspective
What type of knee joint pain is the most common? The knee is made up of three different joints and the most common knee pain is from the patellofemoral joint. However the knee joint (tibiofemoral joint) is what most people refer to as the knee and it has a number of common problems: Knee ligament sprains […]
Shin Splints- a sports physiotherapists perspective
Shin Splints Shin splints is a condition which effects many runners and sports people. There are four different types of shin splints but the most common effects the anterior (front) and medial (inside) of the shin area. It is commonly known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS). Shin splints occurs in women more than men […]
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS)
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) GTPS is sometimes referred to as lateral hip pain or trochanteric bursitis and is a common condition in runners and the wider population. It effects women more than men and is often precipitated by a sudden change in loading intensity (an increase in mileage, an up hill run, a longer […]
Look after your feet!
Look after your feet and they will help look after you! If you are looking to get fitter and healthier, why not undertake an activity that comes naturally to us all. Walking is good for you, free and can fit around even the busiest lifestyle. Your feet are for life so it is vital that […]
Massage, why is it good for us?
Massage, why is it good for us? Many people think of massage as a nice way to occasionally pamper themselves, but in reality it is a powerful tool that will help you take care of your health and wellbeing. Regular treatment can have long-lasting health benefits. Massage can help: a) Relieve stress b) Improve athletic […]
I have back pain, do I need an MRI of my back?
I have back pain, do I need an MRI of my back? This is a question that we hear often in the clinic. People are curious about what is going on in their back when they are suffering low back pain, which is not surprising. We associate pain with seeing the cause a cut, a bruise […]
How to manage acute soft tissue injuries (sprains and strains)?
Acute soft tissue injuries (sprains and strains) Soft tissue injuries to muscles, ligaments, tendons etc are a common problem seen by physiotherapists. Its management has changed over many years but the term RICE (Rest Ice Compression and Elevation) is one of the few things most active people seem to remember when it comes to soft […]