If you suffer from knee pain and/or stiffness then you can try these stretches that I often give to patients with that complaint. These stretches can often be enough to mobilise the knee, reduce pressure on the joint and give you relief from pain.
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 moreTop 3 Stretches For Sciatica
If you are someone who suffers from sciatica then try these stretches. In addition to good posture, these Physio stretches can really help to reduce pressure on the sciatic nerve and give you some pain relief.
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 morePain In The Shoulder Blade
Given that there are no less than 17 muscles that attach to the shoulder blade and that it is a key link between the upper limb and the trunk of the body, it is no surprise that pain often arises from this area. Although it is possible to injure this area from trauma such as in a car accident, it is far more common that pain in the shoulder blade region comes on with no specific incident to blame.
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 more3 Stretches For Lower Back Pain
If you are one of the many people suffering from lower back pain then here are the most common stretches that I give to patients with the same problem. Along with good posture, these stretches will help to ease the pressure on the lower back to give you relief from pain.
Read morePersistent Headaches
Headaches are one of the most debilitating types of pain, causing physical and emotional stress as it can be very difficult to concentrate whilst in the grip of one. There are many different factors that can lead to headaches and one of the most common causes are issues related to the neck which can refer pain and tension into the head.
Read more3 Physio Exercises for Disc Pain In Your Back
If you are someone who suffers from disc issues in your back then you can try these stretches that I often give to patients with the same symptoms. These stretches, along with good posture, can often be enough to reduce pressure on the discs and give you relief from pain.
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 moreThe Best 3 Exercises For Neck Pain And Injury
Check out our top 3 stretches for neck pain and injury that can be done at home. We describe each stretch and let you know how often to stretch and for how long.
Read moreMy 5 Tips For Getting (And Staying) Fit In The New Year
It’s well known that it’s the busiest time of year for gyms and health clubs as New Years resolutions kick in, but it’s equally well known that the numbers dwindle again by the end of the month as people fall off the exercise wagon. Sometimes this is due to injury, sometimes to loss of motivation so here are my 5 tips for improving and maintaining your fitness into the new year.
Read moreHip Pain That Won't Go Away
Pain around the hip and groin area is one of the more common chronic or long-term conditions that we see in the clinic. This area is very complex and the source of pain can be from any number of structures including the hip, pelvis, or lower back. Chronic pain in this area can be seen in all ages of people such as footballers with chronic groin strains or pensioners with arthritis in the hip.
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 moreHow To Deal With A Hamstring Injury
A hamstring injury typically causes a sudden, sharp pain in the back of the thigh that may stop you mid-stride. After such an injury you may have difficulty extending the knee without pain. Like most sprains and strains, hamstring injuries are usually caused by excessive stretching (tearing) of muscle fibres or other soft tissues beyond their limits. To understand the injury and to find out the best way to treat and prevent hamstring problems, read our full blog.
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.
Read moreKeeping Active In Retirement
The world health organisation (WHO) indicates that older adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity every week. Physical activity and exercise are key contributors to lifelong independence and wellbeing in the older population. Many adults aged 65 and over spend, on average, 10 hours or more each day sitting or lying down, making them the most sedentary age group.
Read moreRunners Knee
Of the various aches and niggles that are common in runners, runners knee is one of the most common and can also be one of the most debilitating. Runners knee is the layman term for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, a condition that causes pain in the front of the knee due to irritation of the underside of the kneecap.
Read moreBursitis - A Common Cause Of Hip, Knee And Shoulder Pain
Bursitis is perhaps the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed condition affecting the body. A bursa is a fluid filled sac that your body uses to decrease friction. They are typically found near the point that tendons attach to bone, such as at the elbow, kneecap, and hip, so that the tendon slides harmlessly over the bursa and does not get damaged by the hard surface of the bone.
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