Tennis elbow! But I don’t play tennis?
What is Tennis elbow? Tennis elbow is a condition caused by a reaction in the tendons in the elbow. These tendons attach to the extensor carpi radialis brevis to the outer bony prominence (lateral epicondyle) of the elbow. Certain repetitive movements of the wrist can cause this condition. Tennis elbow can occur in anyone who strains the […]
Plantar Heel Pain?
Plantar Heel Pain Management Plantar fasciitis (heel pain) is the most common foot problem seen by the physiotherapists at Physis. Firstly there is significant debate as to whether it should be called this but we are doing our blog for patients not physios! It causes significant pain at the heel or sole of the foot […]
Patellofemoral pain – the most common knee pain for cyclists and runners.
Patellofemoral pain – the most common knee problem for cyclists and runners. What is patellofemoral pain? Patellofemoral pain is felt around the front of the knee. It is very common with over 80% of pro-cyclists likely to suffer from it every season. Runners regularly suffer from it. The pain is often sharp and knife like when […]
Calf pain in runners.
Calf pain in runners Calf pain in runners is a fairly common problem with many factors. As physiotherapists we see many running injuries. At Physis Physiotherapy we see calf problems with varying causation factors but all of them lead to a frustrated runner not running the way they want to. Sometimes it is simpler to […]
What is physiotherapy? From an Edinburgh Physiotherapist.
As a Edinburgh physiotherapist, the question ‘What is physiotherapy?’ is an interesting and ever changing one. Well if you get the definition from our professional governing body, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists then ‘Â Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. They maintain health for […]
Osgood Schlatters disease physiotherapy management
Osgood Schlatters disease – physiotherapy management Osgood Schlatters disease sounds awful, what is it? Osgood Schlatters disease is what we call an ‘apophysitis’ or ‘enthesopathy’. It occurs in an area of the tendon (the patellar tendon) where it inserts into the tibial bone (at the tibial tuberosity) of the knee. As usual a condition named after […]
What to look for when choosing a physiotherapist?
What to look for when choosing a Physiotherapist? Choosing which Physiotherapist to go and see can be a minefield! What registration must they have? What qualifications should they have? How do you know they are the right person for your condition? Registration Firstly, the term âPhysiotherapistâ is a legally protected title and should only be […]
Back Pain Physiotherapy
Back Pain Physiotherapy- does physio matter? Back pain physiotherapy has changed a great deal in the last 20 years. We used to look at back pain purely ‘pathoanatomically’ (what injury is there – patho and which bit is injured – anatomical), but now we realise that pain is more complicated than that. Firstly, you can […]
What is a sports physiotherapist?
What is a sports physiotherapist? A sports physiotherapist is simply a specialised physiotherapist. Sports physiotherapy is a specific branch of musculoskeletal physiotherapy which deals with injuries and conditions related to sports people. There is no specific course to be a sports physiotherapist but they generally have a range of skills which make them slightly different […]
Ankle Injury Tips – Physis Physiotherapy Edinburgh
Ankle injury- best 5 tips from a physiotherapist Ice the ankle injury for the first 3 days to reduce pain and limit swelling. Elevate the ankle regularly for 10-15 minutes at a time. Walk with supportive footwear within the limits of pain and increase the levels as you feel able. Move the ankle every few […]