How to Fix a Blister Fast
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Blisters are a real nuisance to runners and are caused by friction between your skin and your socks or shoes. Other common causes are poorly-fitting shoes and foot problems like bunions, heel spurs and hammer toes. Read more
READ MOREBrachialgia - What is it?
Monday, January 4, 2016
Brachialgia is the medical term to describe a certain type of arm pain caused by a compressed or pinched nerve in the neck. Read more
READ MOREColles' Fracture - Diagnosis and Prognosis for a Broken Wrist
Monday, January 4, 2016
Falling down onto an outstretched hand is a common injury and often causes a broken wrist which doctors call a Colles' fracture. The injury may be a simple fracture or a severe break with the bones pushed out of position. Physiotherapists assess and plan the re-habilitation of a broken wrist, hand and forearm. Read more
READ MOREFacet Joint Degeneration & Physiotherapy - Reducing the Need for NSAID Medication
Monday, January 4, 2016
Facet Joint Degeneration is a type of osteoarthritis that occurs in the spine. The facet joints are located on each side of the spinal column, between the discs and the vertebra. Read more
READ MOREWhiplash Treatment - Recovering Strength & Mobility through Physiotherapy
Monday, January 4, 2016
After a whiplash injury has happened the injured person needs to be immobilised as soon as possible to prevent further damage. Read more
READ MOREThoracic Outlet Syndrome - Physiotherapy Exercises for a Full Recovery
Monday, December 28, 2015
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is usually the result of a severe blow to the neck from a road, sporting or other accident. The trauma causes compression of the nerves or blood vessels in the area between the base of the neck and the armpit - the thoracic outlet. Read more
READ MOREAnterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture - Physiotherapy for Sports Injuries
Thursday, December 17, 2015
An anterior cruciate ligament rupture (ACL) happens when the AC Ligament inside your knee tears - partly or completely. It's a common sports injury for athletes who do demanding sports that force you to run and stop sharply, to kick a ball hard or to jump up and swivel your body round quickly. This includes sports like football, rugby, basketball, running and cycling amongst others. Read more
READ MOREVitamins and Minerals - What Are They?
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Most people now realize that a wide variety of vitamins and minerals like iron, potassium and copper are essential for a healthy body - but what are they exactly? Vitamins are chemical compounds and minerals are chemical elements that are present in natural, unprocessed foods. Read more
READ MOREWhat Intensity Should I Train At?
Thursday, December 17, 2015
I coach my guys to Six Levels of Intensity and here's a quick run-through to help you plan your training and get your fitness up to full potential. Read more
READ MOREWhat to Do When You Pull a Muscle
Thursday, December 17, 2015
A pulled muscle or muscle strain happens when a muscle is stretched too far and it tears. Read more
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