Common Cricket Injuries & How We Treat Them
Cricket is a national sport that is popular amongst our culture. Whether you’re playing professionally for a club or just playing some backyard cricket at your annual family barbeque, it is a sport that brings our communities and families together. However, there are some common injuries such as strains, sprains, fractures or bruising that can […]
Why You Should Exercise as You Get Older
As we age, our bodies naturally start to change. We may lose muscle mass, gain weight and become less flexible. Exercise can help to slow down these changes and improve our overall health and well-being. Here are some of the benefits of exercise for older adults: If you are an older adult, it is important […]
5 Tips for Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition where the bones reduce in mineral density over time. It is one of the most debilitating conditions experienced by our aging population and predisposes our elderly to having fractures, especially when combined with poor balance and an increased risk of falls. Here are 5 tips to prevent and delay the onset […]
10 Tips for Neck Pain
Neck pain and tightness is a common phenomenon seen in our practice. It can occur to average desk-based worker, working long hours in front of the computer or in that one instant while you’re trying to move a heavy piece of furniture or item around the house. Here are 10 tips to relieve and prevent […]
Tennis Elbow: A Physiotherapy Perspective
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition that affects the tendons on the outside of the elbow. It is caused by overuse of the forearm muscles that extend the wrist and fingers. This overuse can lead to inflammation and pain in the tendons. The symptoms of tennis elbow typically include pain […]
How Physiotherapy Can Help With Dislocations
A dislocation occurs when the bones in a joint are out of place completely, where as a subluxation is where the bones are partially out of place. This can happen suddenly, such as in a fall or an accident, or it can happen gradually over time, due to overuse or injury. Dislocations can affect any […]
