Training for a marathon isn't just about pushing your limits; it's about finding the delicate balance between endurance and injury prevention. That's where the expertise of a physiotherapist can make all the difference to your training and preparation.
ACL injury is one of the most common injuries in field sports. This injury requires long-term rehabilitation and commitment from the injured individual, which can take two forms; either conservative or non-conservative management.
There is no cure for arthritis, but physiotherapy has been proven to be very effective for managing the symptoms, improving joint function and mobility, strengthening the joints, and improving quality of life for individuals living with this condition.
Text neck refers to the strain and discomfort that result from prolonged periods spent looking down at electronic devices, leading to poor posture and potential long-term health consequences. In this blog post, we'll explore what text neck is, its effects on the body, and practical strategies to reduce its impact and promote better posture.
Have you ever experienced intense soreness or stiffness in your muscles about 24 to 48 hours after an intense workout? This phenomenon is often referred to as DOMS, or delayed onset muscle soreness, and is a result of tiny, microscopic tears in your muscle fibres as a result of high intensity exercise.
Frozen shoulder (FS), medically known as adhesive capsulitis, is a self-limiting condition characterised by an insidious, progressive onset of symptoms. The main symptoms typically being pain and significantly reduced range of motion. Although the onset of frozen shoulder is not fully understood, these symptoms are thought to occur due to a progressive inflammation and thickening of the shoulder joint capsule.
Physio Shane is here to help the tight muscles between your neck and shoulders. He's got some exercises to help you ease up that tension and feel better. Try them out and let us know how you get on!
