Golf: More Dangerous Than You Think?
Golf: More Dangerous Than You Think Who knew? Golf, often seen as a leisurely pastime, can actually be pretty tough on your body. In fact, studies show that golfers are more likely to get injured than rugby players! Why is that? Well, it turns out that the repetitive motions and powerful swings involved in golf […]
Tennis Elbow: A Painful Reality for Many
Tennis Elbow: A Painful Reality for Many Tennis elbow, officially known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition that affects many tennis players, but it’s not just limited to the court. Anyone who engages in repetitive wrist and forearm movements, such as golfers, carpenters, or even computer users, can be at risk. The Painful Reality […]
Tennis: More than just a sport
Tennis: More Than Just a Sport Tennis is a fantastic sport that offers numerous benefits for people of all ages and fitness levels. From improving cardiovascular health to enhancing mental acuity, tennis can have a positive impact on your overall well-being. The Key Physical Benefits of Tennis Cardiovascular Health: Playing tennis regularly can help improve […]
Can Physiotherapy help heel pain?
Can Physiotherapy Help Heel Pain? A physiotherapist’s approach to managing plantar fasciopathy. In our previous blog post, we explored the causes and biomechanics of plantar fasciopathy, a common condition that can lead to heel pain. Now, let’s delve into how physiotherapy can play a vital role in managing and treating this condition. Physiotherapy for Plantar […]
What is Plantar Fasciopathy? Understanding Heel Pain
What is Plantar Fasciopathy? Understanding Heel Pain Heel pain can be a real drag, especially when it limits your ability to walk, run, or simply stand for long periods. Plantar fasciopathy, previously known as plantar fasciitis, is a common culprit behind this discomfort. This blog post will shed light on plantar fasciopathy, including its risk […]
Physiotherapy’s Impact on Mental Health
Introduction As a physiotherapist, most of the time the patients we meet are people wanting to sort out a specific physical issue, whether it’s an ache, pain, or an injury. But what might surprise many is how closely our physical health ties into our mental well-being. So we thought we could explore not just the […]
New Year New You
Welcome to the New Year New You resource page! Below you will find a range of resources to download and peruse at your leisure. Click on each file to download. Is pain holding you back? First steps to living pain-free Move more, live more Ageing Strong and how Physio can help Massage for Musculoskeletal Pain […]
Physiotherapy Myths and What You Need to Know
Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in many people’s recovery process. Like many health-care fields, some myths and misconceptions can lead to delays or dissatisfacation with outcomes. In this article, we’ll address some common myths to help ensure you get the most out of your Physiotherapy experience. Myth 1: “Physiotherapy is only for injuries.” Many think […]
WHAT IS MY GROIN PAIN?
What Is Causing My Groin Pain? Common Causes Explained Groin pain is a common complaint in sport, particularly when football, netball and other running-based activities return to full training during pre-season. Sometimes it happens suddenly. An athlete accelerates, changes direction or kicks a ball and feels a sharp pain in the inner thigh. Other times, […]
Marathon Preparation
A marathon is a long distance running event with a distance of 42.195km. A marathon is usually run as a road race but can be completed on trail routes. Marathon preparation is necessary to avoid hiccups. Marathon’s are both a physically and mentally challenging event. They require good preparation to complete successfully. Preparation should involve […]