Lower Back Pain vs SIJ Pain: What’s the Difference, and How Can Physio Help?
Lower back pain is something almost everyone experiences at some point. But it might not necessarily come from your lumbar spine (your lower back spine)—sometimes, it can come from the joints just below, like the sacroiliac joint (SIJ), a small joint at the bottom of your back, where your pelvis meets the base of your […]
Headache Management: The Role of Physiotherapy in Reducing Pain
Headaches can really get in the way of your day. They can make it hard to work, concentrate, or enjoy time with family and friends. Sometimes, headaches can be linked to your neck or shoulders. This is where a physio can help. What Can Cause Headaches? Many things can lead to headaches, including: Who Is […]
Shoulder Impingement: What It Is And When To See A Physio
Do you feel a sharp pain in your shoulder when you lift your arm? Does it hurt to reach behind your back or sleep on your side? If so, you might be dealing with shoulder impingement—a common cause of shoulder pain. Shoulder impingement refers to the compression of muscles and tendons in the shoulder. Sometimes, […]
What Is Patellar Tendinopathy?
Patellar tendinopathy, often called “jumper’s knee,” is a common condition that causes pain in the front of the knee, just below the kneecap. It mostly affects athletes whose sport requires frequent jumping or running- hence the name “jumper’s knee.” At the front of your knee, there’s a thick, strong band called the patellar tendon. This […]
Management of Calf Strains
Establishing a Diagnosis:There are several other conditions and injuries in the calf area that can masquerade themselves ascalf strains. A detailed assessment of mechanism of injury, symptoms and a physical assessment willhelp determine whether an injury is truly a calf strain or not. Rehabilitation can begin once anaccurate diagnosis has been made. Rehab Phase 1: […]
Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are among one of the most common injuries to the lower extremity of the body. Theyare common in all populations, ranging from the general population to the sporting athlete Basic anatomy of a sprained ankleA sprain is defined as injury to the ligament. The most common ankle sprains involve the lateralligaments of the […]
