Strengthen to Lengthen, Does It Work?

Strengthen to Lengthen, Does It Work?

Improving flexibility by stretching is a core tenant of most exercise programs. We have all heard the adage to stretch and warm-up before exercise to help prevent injuries and there is no doubt that stretching can just feel amazing! It can be surprising to learn that...

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Focus on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Focus on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Focus on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome   What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? The carpal tunnel is a small space base of the hand. This tunnel is covered by a thick ligament and creates a small tunnel where various nerves, arteries and tendons pass through from the forearm into...

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Five Reasons To See A Physiotherapist After An Injury

Five Reasons To See A Physiotherapist After An Injury

There is no doubt that the human body can be very resilient. Short of regenerating new limbs, our bodies are capable of recovering from large amounts of damage, including broken bones. With this in mind, many people are happy to let nature take it’s course following...

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What Is Chronic Ankle Instability?

What Is Chronic Ankle Instability?

Chronic ankle instability, as the name implies, is a chronic condition of instability affecting the ankle and it’s surrounding structures. It usually develops after a severe ankle sprain. However, some people are born with less stable ankles; these individuals are...

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Tips For Optimal Stretching Results

Tips For Optimal Stretching Results

How do you stretch properly? While there are many benefits to be gained from effective stretching, employing an improper technique can actually result in injury. Here are some tips and guidelines for you to follow when stretching: •Warm up first with an activity such...

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Focus on Metatarsalgia

Focus on Metatarsalgia

What is Metatarsalgia? Metatarsalgia is a medical term used to describe pain that occurs in the ball of the foot. This occurs due to rubbing of the long bones of the foot, called metatarsals, causing inflammation. Build-up of inflammation in the ball of the foot...

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Should You Have a Joint Replacement?

Should You Have a Joint Replacement?

One of the most impressive healthcare developments in history is the humble joint replacement. Many people are able to take a joint that is extremely painful and dysfunctional and give it a whole new lease on life.   The improvements in this surgery over the last...

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Olecranon Bursitis

Olecranon Bursitis

What is it?   Bursae are small sacs of fluid found throughout the body. These bursae produce synovial fluid and act to reduce friction between muscles, tendons, ligaments and bones as they move over each other. Bursae are located at strategic points, typically...

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Focus On Improving Your Posture

Focus On Improving Your Posture

For most of us, screen time and sitting go hand in hand and both are only increasing as our lives move online. While short periods in any posture aren't harmful, a lack of movement combined with long periods spent in hunched positions can lead to spinal pain,...

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Tips For Successful New Year’s Resolutions

Tips For Successful New Year’s Resolutions

The start of the new year is an exciting time where many of us feel inspired to set goals with the aim to improve our health, finances and overall wellbeing. Many of us have tried to set goals before. and found that even with the best intentions, the new found...

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