https://youtu.be/_SMCoEjyoDg Our clinical director and head physiotherapist, Sam, demonstrates what is involved in a first physical therapy session!  We hope this demonstration will help you to get the full picture of what to expect from a physiotherapy treatment and ease your mind ! #PhysiotherapySession #FirstSession #PhysicalTherapy #ClinicalDirector #PhysioDemonstration #TreatmentSession #PhysiotherapyProcess #TherapySession #PhysicalRehab #RecoveryProcess #MedicalRehab #

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Introduction Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it may be associated with aging, it can strike at any age, causing pain and limiting mobility. For those living with arthritis, finding effective treatment options is a priority. One such option that holds promise is physical therapy. In this article, we'll explore the question: Can Physical Therapy Help Your Arthritis? Understanding Arthritis Before we dive into the role of physical

MANUAL THERAPY: WHAT IS IT ACTUALLY DOING? This post explores some of the mechanism behind the affects of manual therapy #fysiofriday #physiotherapy #rehabilitation #kneepain #illiotibialband #ITB #ITBS #ITBFS #physio #physicaltherapy #backpain #neckpain #sciatica #headaches #manualtherapy

We have done several posts recently on ankle sprains. This one discusses the potential for ankle injuries to cause pain in other parts of the body.  Foster, Kaitlyn S., Tina A. Greenlee, John J. Fraser, Jodi L. Young, and Daniel I. Rhon. “The Influence of Therapeutic Exercise after Ankle Sprain on the Incidence of Subsequent Knee, Hip, and Lumbar Spine Injury.” Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise  (2022). #AnkleSprains #InjuryDiscussion #PainManagement #BodyPain #Ankl

Introduction: A sprained ankle is a common injury that can happen to anyone, whether you're an athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply going about your daily activities. One of the first questions that likely comes to mind after a sprain is, "How long do I need to rest my sprained ankle?" In this blog post, we'll explore the intricacies of ankle sprains, the importance of rest in the recovery process, and guidelines for returning to normal activities. Understanding Ankle Sprain

What you do before your operation is also vitally important! #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #chiropractic #osteopath #surgery #operation #rehabilitation #prehabilitation #education #acl #kneereconstruction #rotatorcuffrepair #backsurgery #kneesurgery #shouldersurgery

RED-S stands for relative energy deficiency in sport, and refers to “impaired physiological functioning caused by relative energy deficiency, and includes but is not limited to impairments of metabolic rate, menstrual function, bone health, immunity, protein synthesis, and cardiovascular health.” (Mountjoy et al., 2014). RED-S is more common in females, but is certainly not exclusively seen in this population. It tends to affect endurance athletes, physique athletes, weight c

The ITB (illiotibial band) is a long, thick band of connective tissue that runs from muscles in the hip and pelvis and attaches to a number of bony landmarks around the outside of the knee The ITB has an important stabilising role at the pelvis and hip, and contributes to maintaining side-to-side control when standing on one leg Both ends of the ITB can become overloaded and start to cause pain, however this is more common at the knee end of the structure. Common causes of pa

Idalis is a 46 year-old female university teacher who presented to us a year ago with a 4-year history of persistent lower back pain and neurological symptoms in the legs. The symptoms came on during a period of high stress, initially in the form of isolated back pain, which over the last year before seeing us progressed to a pins and needles sensation in the legs and numbness in the foot, which she reported feeling much worse when wearing more restrictive clothing (yoga tigh

On this episode Sam and Oisin discuss return to exercise post-covid. https://youtu.be/eM0Y6_r7iBM #physiotherapy #physio #rehabilitation #physicaltherapy #recovery

Should you consider a steroid injection for shoulder pain? Lin, Ching-Yueh, Shih-Chung Huang, Shiow-Jyu Tzou, Chun-Hao Yin, Jin-Shuen Chen, Yao-Shen Chen, and Shin-Tsu Chang. “A Positive Correlation between Steroid Injections and Cuff Tendon Tears: A Cohort Study Using a Clinical Database.” International journal of environmental research and public health 19, no. 8 (2022): 4520. #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #osteopathy #rehabilitation #injurymanagement #pain #strengthand

Introduction Are you struggling with knee pain, making it difficult to perform your daily activities or participate in your favorite sports? Whether you're recovering from a knee injury or managing a chronic condition, physical therapy can be your ally in regaining strength, flexibility, and overall knee health. In this article, we'll explore how physical therapy can help your knee, offering valuable insights and top tips to accelerate your recovery. How Physical Therapy Can

Do I need surgery for my shoulder pain? Physiotherapy can help to prevent surgery in non-traumatic rotator cuff injuries! #fysiofriday #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #osteopathy #rehabilitation #injurymanagement #pain #strengthandconditioning #shoulderpain #rotatorcuff #rotatorcuffrelatedshoulderpain #shoulderimpingement

Rheumatological conditions are problems based around systemic inflammation, rather than being associated with a specific injury or overuse. Because they may behave similarly to regular orthopedic conditions, they may be misdiagnosed. Examples: -Ankylosing spondylitis -Psoriatic arthropathy -Enteropathic spondylitis -Juvenille idiopathic arthrtitis -Crystal arthropathy -Septic arthritis -Lupus -Sjogrens -Scleroderma -Myositis -Mixed/undifferentiated -Hypermobility -Vasculitis

Musculoskeletal injury is a complicated, multi-faceted process, and the specific cause(s) of injury will be unique to the individual. However, in an effort to decrease the occurrence of injury, there is a general hierarchy of importance in terms of measures that can be taken. Health professionals often observe people over-emphasising some of the less important facets of injury prevention, in the process ignoring the “big rocks” Of primary importance is management of training

Clinical guidelines are devised by experts in specific fields, to provide consensus and improve consistency within management protocols. The ankle lateral ligament sprain is one of the most common injuries seen in orthopedic practice, and as such, treatment guidelines need to be frequently updated based on the latest research findings. The 2013 clinical practice guidelines for ankle lateral ligament sprains were updated recently by the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

I have written and spoken extensively about the cross-education effect in the past. For a brief synopsis check out Ask 360 episode 11, released on October 1st 2021. The cross-education effect essentially refers to the notion that training one side of the body will result in positive adaptations to the opposite side. The mechanisms responsible for this are thought to be neurally mediated. Several studies now have demonstrated the ability to gain strength and maintain muscle bu

Introduction Plantar Fasciitis is a common foot condition that affects millions of people, causing pain and discomfort in the heel area. If you're one of those individuals seeking relief, you may be wondering how physical therapy may work as an effective treatment option. In this article, we will explore the benefits of physical therapy for heel pain management. What Is Plantar Fasciitis? Before delving into the details of physical therapy, it's crucial to understand what Pla

https://youtu.be/Qt2vzotUW9k Our clinical director and head physiotherapist, Sam, demonstrates how to improve shoulder mobility in shoulder flexion! #ShoulderMobility #Physiotherapy #FlexibilityExercise #ShoulderFlexion #PhysiotherapistSam #MobilityImprovement #ClinicalDirector #PhysiotherapyTips #FlexionExercise #ShoulderHealth #PhysicalTherapy #FlexibilityTraining #MobilityDrills #ShoulderFlexibility #PhysioDemonstration #FlexibilityWorkout #ShoulderCare #PhysioSupport #Mob