Dequervain’s Tenosynovitis
What is it and what are the symptoms? Dequervain’s tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects the wrist area. It is an overuse injury that occurs from repetitive use of the hands, thumb and wrist which causes inflammation to the thumb tendons resulting in the following symptoms: Who gets it? Dequervain’s tenosynovitis is caused by […]
Simple Do’s and Don’ts for Gluteal Tendinopathy
Gluteal tendinopathy is a painful and sometimes extremely debilitating condition. Understanding what you should do and what you shouldn’t do are equally as important for managing the condition. DO’s: 1.Maintain an active lifestyle within the constraints of your painStaying active is one of the most important things you can do to promote recovery. The last […]
Manual and Exercise Therapy: Which is Better?
Manual therapy and exercise therapy are two of the most common treatments used in physiotherapy. Manual therapy involves the use of hands-on techniques to improve joint mobility, reduce pain and increase range of motion. Exercise therapy involves the use of specific exercises to improve strength, endurance and flexibility. So, which is better? Manual therapy or […]
Trigger Point Therapy: What It Is and How It Works
Trigger point therapy is a type of massage therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points in muscles that are tender and tight. These points are called trigger points and they can cause pain and referred pain (pain that is felt in a different area of the body). Trigger points are thought to be caused […]
How to Select a Mattress to Prevent Back and Neck Pain
Your mattress is one of the most important investments you can make for your health. A good mattress can help to improve your sleep quality, which can lead to a number of health benefits, including reduced pain, improved mood and increased energy levels. If you are suffering from back or neck pain, choosing the right […]
Physiotherapy for TAC Injuries
The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) is a government agency in Victoria, Australia that provides compensation to people who have been injured in transport accidents. One of the services that the TAC provides is physiotherapy. Physiotherapy can be a valuable treatment option for people who have sustained a TAC injury. It can help to reduce pain […]
Groin Strains: Treatment and Recovery
A groin strain is an injury to one of the muscles in the groin area. The groin muscles are responsible for pulling the legs together and rotating the thigh. Groin strains can occur in athletes who play sports that involve a lot of running, jumping and kicking, such as soccer, football and basketball. They can […]
Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS)
Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is a common condition that affects the knee. It is caused by inflammation of the iliotibial band, a thick band of tissue that runs along the outside of the thigh from the hip to the knee. ITBS is often seen in runners, cyclists and other athletes who participate in activities that […]
How Physiotherapy Can Help After Surgery
Surgery can be a major undertaking, both physically and emotionally. It can take time to recover from surgery, and it is important to do so safely and effectively. Physiotherapy can play a valuable role in helping you recover from surgery. What is physiotherapy? Physiotherapy is a health care profession that helps people improve their movement […]
Physiotherapy for Chronic Back Pain
Chronic back pain is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, overuse and age-related changes in the spine. While there is no cure for chronic back pain, physiotherapy can help to manage the symptoms and improve function. Physiotherapy for chronic back pain […]
