The Huff or Forced Expiratory Technique (FET)
A huff sometimes called the forced expiration technique [FET] is a manoeuvre used to move secretions in addition to a cough. FET can be used as a stand-alone technique but should always be included in any airway clearance routine. If taught appropriately, the FET is probably the most effective airways clearance technique. Taught by a […]
Relaxed Breathing Technique
The most important muscle used for your breathing is the Diaphragm. The diaphragm is a strong flat, muscle which is attached to the lower edges of the ribs. It separates the chest from the gut. It is shaped like the dome of an umbrella when relaxed. As you breathe IN it contracts and moves downwards drawing air into your […]
Edinburgh Shockwave
Edinburgh Shockwave is a division of Physis Physiotherapy providing specialist shockwave therapy services. Based at our south of Edinburgh clinic it provides Focused Shockwave therapy for a range of specialist conditions. These include a number of urological conditions such as Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Peyronies Disease and Prostatitis. The service includes a free initial telephone consultation […]
What is Breathing Pattern Disorder (BPD)?
Breathing Pattern Disorder (BPD) is also sometimes known as chronic hyperventilation. It is a condition where the sufferer is breathing too quickly, which can cause a chemical imbalance due to a lowering of carbon dioxide. This loss of carbon dioxide causes frightening symptoms which can trigger anxiety and worry leading to a continuation of […]
Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Heel Pain
Plantar heel pain or Plantar Fasciitis- best treatment options Plantar heel pain is also commonly known as plantar fasciitis or plantar fasciopathy. Although this condition often settles with time and conservative management such as stretching exercises, load modification, alteration in shoes, night splints and orthotics, a significant number of patients fail to fully resolve and […]
Shockwave Therapy for Achilles Tendinopathy/Tendonitis
Achilles Tendinopathy (Tendonitis) – Best treatment options The best treatment approach for chronic Achilles tendinopathy remains load modification and exercise rehabilitation. But it can be a difficult condition to settle and can cause significant pain and disability for sufferers. So if basic conservative management has failed or is taking longer than anticipated, what are the […]
Shockwave Therapy
SHOCKWAVE THERAPY What is Shockwave Therapy? Shockwave therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT), is a clinically proven and highly effective treatment for chronic soft tissue injuries and certain bone conditions, as recommended in the NICE guidelines. An extracorporeal shockwave is defined as a non-invasive, non-electrical high energy sound wave that passes through the body via a hand-held probe. […]