The term “runner’s knee” is an umbrella term used to describe pain around the front of the knee or under the kneecap. This is known amongst health professionals as “patellofemoral pain syndrome”. The...
Osgood Schlatter's Disease
Posted By Dean Coruz,
14/09/2020 09:00 AM
Have you been told that your child has Osgood Schlatter’s disease? If you have been to your GP who has told you that your child’s pain in the front of their knee is due to Osgood Schlatter’s, then...
Prevention & Management of Ankle Sprains
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07/09/2020 13:00 PM
Prevention and management of ankle sprains Ankle sprains are a very common injury in many sports. Here are some facts about ankle sprains: Currently, non-surgical management with rehab is the most...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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03/08/2020 09:00 AM
Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel of the wrist. There is a ligament that runs across the inside of the wrist at the base of...
Glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD) in the throwing athlete
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27/07/2020 09:00 AM
GIRD is a common condition in overhead or throwing athletes, particularly baseball pitchers. This condition is caused by excessive overload of the shoulder in end of range external rotation and...
Scoliosis
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20/07/2020 09:00 AM
What is a scoliosis and what can I do about it? Have you ever noticed a curvature in your spine? Do you feel like your shoulders or hips are uneven when you look in the mirror? Have you ever been...
Reformer Pilates
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13/07/2020 09:00 AM
Reformer Pilates is a style of Pilates training that uses the Pilates reformer shown in the picture below. The reformer looks like a small bed and has springs, a sliding carriage, ropes and pulleys....
Tennis Elbow
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06/07/2020 09:00 AM
How do I know if I have tennis elbow? Lateral epicondylitis, otherwise known as “tennis elbow” is one of the most common injuries of the elbow. It is caused by overuse or repetitive strain involving...
Varicose Veins: Common Myths, Tips & Treatments
Posted By Matt O'Brien,
29/06/2020 09:00 AM
What causes Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are enlarged dark-coloured veins that occur when blood backs up and causes damage to the veins. Often found in legs, varicose veins can cause aching,...
Does your child have heel pain?
Posted By Matt O'Brien,
22/06/2020 09:00 AM
Do you see them rubbing their heels after exercise? One of the most common causes of heel pain in children is Severs Disease. It is most prevalent from ages 8 to 14. Boys are slightly more common to...
