In this post, Sam is back with Serenity Flow Yoga founder and instructor Shizuka, this time to discuss yoga-related knee pain. To check out the clips, head on over to our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSvXTgPkUtE/?img_index=1&igsh=b2N3bzYzcWZ3N2dy Have some yoga related pain that you need advice on, come in and see one of our experience and caring physios: https://tokyofitness.cliniko.com/bookings?appointment_type_id=6209 #yoga #tokyo #injury #pain #physiotherap

In part one we covered high‑risk sites around the hip, pelvis and shin. Here are foot and heel bone stress injuries that are commonly missed. Common foot and hindfoot sites Metatarsal shaft — the long bones of the forefoot (especially the 2nd and 3rd metatarsals) are frequent stress sites and can be misdiagnosed as metatarsalgia or Morton’s neuroma. Metatarsal base — the base of the 5th metatarsal (Jones region) is high risk and needs specific management. High risk. Navicular

In this second of our 2 part series, Sam is back with Serenity Flow Yoga founder and instructor Shizuka to continue the discussion around yoga-related shoulder pain, particularly with movements such as the handstand and downward dog. To check out the clips, head over to our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSDwVkjk_Ku/?igsh=MXU3ZTV5bHhuaDA2eg== #yoga #tokyo #injury #pain #physiotherapist #physiotherapy #physicaltherapist #physicaltherapy

On this episode I discuss "shippu" or topical pain relief patches, which are particularly popular here in Japan. What are they, and do they actually work? https://open.spotify.com/episode/30w6gmITXNWFHIv0tkDd0f?si=3BL5U6xXSimWB1lRlttG7Q #tokyo #pain #backpain #physiotherapy

In this first of a 2 part series, Sam is back with Serenity Flow Yoga founder and instructor Shizuka to discuss yoga-related shoulder pain, particularly with movements such as the handstand and downward dog. To see the clips, check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPzkgF5kwqI/?igsh=YWZ2bGVuOWlrbDU5 #yoga #tokyo #injury #pain #physiotherapist #physiotherapy #physicaltherapist #physicaltherapy

This topic is a sensitive and serious one. The "salaryman" culture in Japan has a negative reputation, and for good reason. The fact that there is a specific term in the Japanese language for death by overwork is evidence that this is a serious problem. Listen to learn more. https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Buto04VDUXnZgdoGw4Gaf?si=_V9FYHViSZyo8jFIxEATcg #tokyo #health #fitness #pain #rehabilitation

Pain in the back of the heel in many sports and physical activities is often a sign of Achilles Tendinopathy. However, kicking sports such as football and soccer and particularly in soccer due to the angle at which the ball is kicked, the pain is more likely to be related to a condition called posterior   impingement , where structures at the back of the foot are being repetitively compressed during the kicking motion, which involves what we refer to as plantarflexion. To see

Topical pain-relieving patches — or “shippu”  — are everywhere in Japan. If you’ve ever tweaked your back, strained your shoulder, or felt sore after a long day, chances are someone has handed you one of these cooling or warming patches. They’re available over the counter at any pharmacy, or you might get a stronger version prescribed by your doctor. They’re popular with everyone from office workers to athletes. But do they actually work — or are they just expensive stickers

(Check out the clip on our instagram page) https://www.instagram.com/p/DNjQrbuTaF5/?igsh=MTV3MHhpdmNlaHZwcg== The Recent Debut of Hyrox in Japan was a massive event, and this new sport has taken the world by storm. The advent of Hyrox Competition has meant that many people have increased their running mileage. In addition to getting the miles under the belt, strength training can be hugely beneficial as an adjust to improve running performance and decrease injury risk. One of

Do you struggle with wrist pain in positions such as plank and downward dog? In this series of clips, Shizuka from Serenity Flow Yoga and Sam expand on from the previous post and go through some other useful strategies for dealing with this common problem. https://www.instagram.com/p/DNABLsYzElp/?igsh=aTYybnc0ZGhwaWVv #yoga #wrist #pain #injury #physiotherapist #physicaltherapist #physiotherapy #physicaltherapist #physio #tokyo

Pain in the wrist with yoga movements? In this video post Shizuka from Serenity Flow Yoga and I go through some movement modifications and mobilisations with movement to help address this common problem. https://www.instagram.com/p/DLB9KjfTvg6/?img_index=2&igsh=MWFiM3hoeXZ2MnNuZA== #yoga #physiotherapist #tokyo #physio #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #wrist #pain

If you're in Tokyo, or many other places in the northern hemisphere, you're probably cold! And if you have parts of your body that hurt sometimes, you might be finding that they're hurting more!! We often get asked in the clinic if increased pain with cold weather is a real thing, and it is! Although there is no definitive mechanism as to why this occurs, we have several plausible hypotheses #pain #winter #cold #tokyo #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #physio

So you've been unlucky enough to injury yourself and have surgery. Hopefully you've undergone a full rehabilitation program and have regained your functional capacity. However, if your surgery has involved internal fixation (metal screws/plates) then a discussion may be had about whether or not these should remain in the body. In my 20 years of working with post-surgical patients in Japan, this has been one interesting point of contrast between the western and Japanese approa

Both with acute and persistent pain conditions, nighttime pain can be an annoyance and also interrupt the healing process. In some cases some simple pillow hacks can help us get into a more comfortable position and get a better night's sleep. Try these out and let us know if they help! Disclaimer: Night pain can also be indicative of a more sinister underlying pathology. Give these hacks a go but if you are still experiencing pain, check in with your doctor or physio for a th

All the wrong things you thought about ICE and INJURES! Sam exposes ICE TREATMENT myths in this clip and explains the facts! #ice     #myths    #health   #筋トレ   #fitness   #pain   #injury #tokyo #physio #physiotherapy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMA8RJAKJ8A

Ever gone to see a medical practitioner and frustratingly had your symptoms go away when you get there? Feel like you’re making it up? Find out why this happens!!! #physiotherapy #medicine #doctor #physio #healthpractitioner #pain #disease #pathology #examination #therapeuticaliance #tokyo #roppongi #gym #clinic #practice #osteopathy #chiropractic #backpain #neckpain #kneepain #shoulderpain #anklepain #wristpain #sciatica

On this episode of the injury edition, Sam discusses the diagnosis and management of plantar fasciitis (or at least that’s what everyone calls it…) Click on the link below or search “Tokyo Living Podcast” on itunes, spotify, youtube or your favourite podcatcher! https://tokyo-living.simplecast.com/episodes/tlp-injury-edition-plantar-fasciitis https://youtu.be/wDYI0NIxn5I #tokyoliving #tokyo #tokyolife #lifestyle #health #fitness #wellness #podcast #injury #pain #rehabilitatio

Pain during the night can be a problem with a number of different conditions. As sleep is one of our most important recovery modalities,...

TLP Injury Edition – Running Footwear On this episode of the injury edition, Sam discusses the topic of running footwear. Click on the link below or search “Tokyo Living Podcast” on itunes, spotify, youtube or your favourite podcatcher! https://tokyo-living.simplecast.com/episodes/tlp-injury-edition-running-footwear-uq9ctya0 #tokyoliving #tokyo #tokyolife #lifestyle #health #fitness #wellness #podcast #injury #pain #rehabilitation #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #load #rehab

TLP Injury Edition – Are Opioids Evil? On this episode of the injury edition, Sam discusses a recent paper regarding opioids and back pack that has gained a great deal of media attention over the past few weeks. Click on the link below or search “Tokyo Living” on itunes, spotify, youtube or your favourite podcatcher! TLP Injury Edition - Are Opioids Evil? https://tokyo-living.simplecast.com/episodes/tlp-injury-edition-are-opioids-evil #opioids #analgesics #Codeine #morphine #