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202 articles on pain, injury, movement and staying active.
Physiotherapy Won’t Work For Me!
Physiotherapy Won’t Work For Me! We often hear from patients that they have put off seeking treatment following an injury because they have previously tried physiotherapy and found that it didn’t work. Understandably, this can lead to a reluctance to invest time and money into future treatments. While there are never any guarantees in healthcare, […]
Read articleCan Poor Balance Lead To Ankle Sprains?
Can Poor Balance Lead To Ankle Sprains? Ankle sprains are one of the most common sporting injuries and most people have experienced one at least once in their lifetime. While they are common, this doesn’t lessen their negative impacts. Surprisingly, having poor balance might be increasing your risk of ankle sprains. Here we discuss a […]
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Custom Fit Foot Orthotic vs Off The Shelf Insoles?
Custom Fit Foot Orthotic vs Off The Shelf Insoles? Custom orthotics are specially-made devices designed to support and comfort YOUR feet. Prescription orthotics are crafted for you and no one else. They match the contours of your feet precisely and are designed for the way you move. Prescription custom fit orthotics are only manufactured […]
Read article Four Surprising Causes Of Neck Pain
Four Surprising Causes Of Neck Pain If you are experiencing regular neck pain that just won’t go away, it’s possible that parts of your daily routine are contributing without you realising. Here are a few common everyday activities that might be making your neck pain worse. 1. Your sleeping position It’s easy to underestimate the […]
Read articleSome Surprising Facts About Posture
Some Surprising Facts About Posture Your posture is one of the first things other people notice about you and can affect so much more in your life than just spinal health. Healthy posture has been linked to better respiratory health and has even been shown to affect your confidence. In this article, we explore a […]
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Why You May Need Custom Fit Orthotics
Why You May Need Custom Fit Orthotics
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Runners Knee
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Read article Shoulder Labral Tears (SLAP Tears)
What is a SLAP tear? What is it? A ring of flexible, fibrous connective tissue, known as the glenohumeral labrum, surrounds the shoulder joint. This labrum increases the stability of the shoulder while allowing for the required flexibility of one of the bodies’ most sophisticated joints. One well-known muscle of the arm, the biceps, has […]
Read articleFour Surprising Reasons Why Your Pain Is Not Improving
Four Surprising Reasons Why Your Pain Is Not Improving Most tissues in the body have healed completely in six to 12 weeks following an injury, however, many people have severe pain that lasts much longer than this. We know that the intensity of the pain you feel is not always associated with a similar amount […]
Read article5 Reasons To See A Physiotherapist After An Injury
5 Reasons To See A Physiotherapist After An Injury There is no doubt that the human body can be very resilient. Short of regenerating new limbs, our bodies are capable of recovering from large amounts of damage, including broken bones. With this in mind, many people are happy to let nature take it’s course following […]
Read articleDo You Really Need To Stretch?
Do You Really Need To Stretch? Stretching has long played an important role in the world of sport and fitness, with many athletes stretching religiously before and after exercise in hopes of preventing injuries. Lately, this practice has been called into question with many people wondering if stretching really makes a difference to athletic performance. […]
Read articleBack Pain And Sleep
Why Back Pain Affects Your Sleep! Sometimes we think that back pain can get in the way of sleep as it becomes painful getting in or out of bed, added to that then there is the time it takes to find a comfortable position. How long does it stay comfortable for? That varies for everyone, […]
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