10 Apr Post-exercise recovery
Posted at 04:30h in Physio tips
Sore following vigorous exercise or playing sport? It is recommended that you do some light activity like a walk or swim when you experience muscle soreness.
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30 Mar Physiotherapy vs Surgery
Posted at 04:11h in Health information & research
For many patients, deciding to have surgery following an injury can be incredibly difficult. The thought of surgery can be daunting, yet ensuring the best outcome for their injury is also important. Here we take the time to weigh up a few of the factors that might influence this decision.19 Mar A focus on… Frozen Shoulder
Posted at 13:52h in Health information & research
Frozen Shoulder s a condition that affects the shoulder joint with no apparent cause. It is characterised by severe pain and stiffness of the shoulder. It can be extremely debilitating. Physiotherapy also acts to reduce pain while restoring joint movement....
02 Mar The relationship between pain and your brain
Posted at 06:08h in Health information & research
For someone suffering from pain, to be told “It’s all in your head” can be a frustrating experience. What many people don’t understand is that pain is a complex process and the mind plays a role in the perception of pain for everyone.02 Mar High ankle sprains
Posted at 04:57h in Health information & research
WHAT IS A HIGH ANKLE SPRAIN? The ankle consists of three bones, the tibia, fibula and talus, all held together by thick fibrous ligaments. At the bottom of the leg they form a mortise or hinge joint with the foot. The bottom parts of the tibia and fibula join together and surround the talus in such a way that it is able to hinge forwards and back while providing stability and restricting the side-to-side movements.02 Feb Understanding Chronic Pain
Posted at 09:05h in Health information & research
Many people use the term Chronic to convey just how excruciating a pain is. However, what the term really means is simply that the pain has been there for longer than three months, even if it’s not very bad. The distinction is made after three months because most injuries to tissues, either muscle, bone or joint has had a chance to heal and resolve by this time.02 Feb Icing an injury
Posted at 08:22h in Physio tips
When icing an injury it is important to cool the injured area, not freeze it. Place some ice or frozen food in a wet towel and apply to the area for 10 minutes.19 Jan The truth about sitting
Posted at 06:24h in Health information & research
The verdict is out and it’s not good news. Sitting for long periods of time is terrible for your health.19 Jan Growing pains
Posted at 03:23h in Health information & research
ARE GROWING PAINS A REAL THING? The short answer is that yes, growing pains are real and usually harmless part of childhood. Though poorly understood, they are recognized as a common phenomenon occurring most often between the ages of 3 and 12. The pain is commonly felt in both legs, particularly at night with no clear cause of pain. As yet no one is able to explain why they happen but growing pains are thought to be a normal response of a growing body as it adapts to new heights, sizes, strengths and skills.11 Jan Five Healthy New Year’s Resolutions
Posted at 09:17h in Health information & research
Need some inspiration for a worthwhile New Year’s Resolution that you might actually keep? Here are a few recommended resolutions that will act as investments in both your short and long term health.