Understanding Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
The anterior cruciate ligament is an important ligament that helps stabilise the knee joint. Unfortunately, ACL injuries are common, particularly among athletes engaged in sports that involve sudden stops, changes in direction, or jumping. It usually occurs when the ACL, one of the major ligaments in the knee, tears or stretches beyond its normal capacity.
Understanding Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are very common and usually occur when you twist, roll or turn your ankle in an awkward position. Following these motions - ligament tears can be noted causing an increase in pain, decreased range of movement and swelling or bruising.
Our ligaments help stabilise our joints and can be found all around the body connecting bones to bones. Ligaments help our joints avoid excessive movements and therefore when a ligament is overstretched a tear can be noted.
Understanding Running Injuries
Running is a brilliant form of exercise to stay fit and healthy, but it's not without its risks. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the common running injuries, their causes, symptoms, and most importantly, how to treat them.
What Type Do I Have? (Nerve Pain Explained)
Nerve pain can be very uncomfortable and limiting at times. Clients who often notice nerve pain present in many different ways. For example, some clients may feel sharp shooting pains as others may feel dull aches, reduced sensations, muscle weakness or even pins and needles and numbness.
HEAT & ICE (What Do I Choose?)
Heat is often useful when used for longer periods of time compared to Ice/cold therapy. Minor issues such as aches, tension or stiffness can be relieved by heat treatment.
Cold treatment is recommended with acute injuries for example after a sprain following an accident/injury within the first 24-48 hours
Plantar Fasciitis - Overview & Physiotherapy
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot and heel pain in both males and females. This condition is caused when the thick band of tissue known as the plantar fascia becomes inflamed. The plantar fascia is situated at the bottom of the foot connecting the heel bone to the toes.
Plantar fasciitis is usually noted in long distance runners however other factors such as weight and uncomfortable footwear can also increase the risk of this condition.
Frozen Shoulder: Overview & Treatment - Improving Range of Movement, Pain & Function
Frozen shoulder (also be known as adhesive capsulitis) is a shoulder condition, which presents with stiffness, pain and loss of shoulder function.
Physiotherapy is one of the most common referral pathways for clients with frozen shoulder as exercise rehabilitation and gentle hands on treatment can be performed to relive pain and improve function. Exercises can include range of movement and stretching followed by gentle strengthening as symptoms allow.
Knee Replacement - Overview, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
The knee joint is frequently used for daily duties and activities, therefore maintaining a healthy knee joint is vital. Knee replacement is a type of surgery for individuals suffering from severe knee pain and have restriction in range of movement. Knee replacements are also know as knee arthroplasty and can be partial or total knee replacement. Knee replacements are a common surgical procedure aimed to reduce discomfort and increase knee movement allowing a better quality of life for the client by resurfacing the damaged areas of the knee joint. This type of surgery may be considered with individuals with arthritis or severe knee injury. Three common types of arthritis include: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Traumatic Arthritis.