Common Summer Sports Injuries and Sports Physiotherapists
The Physical Demands of Summer Sport Summer brings a different rhythm to sport. The days are longer, competitions are in full swing, and athletes often spend more time training, playing and practising outdoors. However, that brings a familiar set of sporting injuries. Summer sports place specific demands on the body. Repeated jumping, high-speed movements, rotation, […]
Rare Winter Sports Injuries and Sports Physiotherapists
What was thought to be a common injury could hide something deeper. An ankle sprain, hamstring strain or sore knee is something many athletes have either experienced themselves or seen happen to a teammate. But occasionally, an injury can be less obvious. Some winter sports injuries are relatively uncommon but can still significantly affect your […]
Common Winter Sports Injuries and Sports Physiotherapists
Causes and How to get Back to Your Sport Winter is a great time to get involved in sport. The cooler weather makes high-intensity exercise more comfortable, local competitions are in full swing, and fields and courts are busy with athletes preparing for the season ahead. But winter sport can also bring a collection of […]
Sports Physiotherapists: Treating an Ankle Injury from Soccer
Prevention, recovery and returning to the game Soccer is one of the most physically demanding sports, requiring constant sprinting, cutting, jumping, tackling and rapid changes of direction. Because of these movements, an ankle injury from soccer is one of the most common injuries seen in players of all ages and skill levels by sports physiotherapists. […]
Staying Healthy as a New Dad
Looking after yourself while looking after your family Becoming a dad is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. It is also one of the biggest adjustments your body and mind will ever go through. Between sleepless nights, feeding schedules, nappy changes, work commitments, and supporting your partner, finding time for your own health […]
Confusion about Rehabilitation and Pain
Rehabilitation is often misunderstood. Many people believe that rest alone will fix their pain, or that avoiding movement is the safest option. In reality, Doing less is often the reason symptoms persist longer than they should. Pain can make movement feel threatening, so naturally people reduce activity. But the body doesn’t improve through avoidance, it […]
Treating balance with training and Vestibular Physiotherapy
More than just “not falling over” Balance is often misunderstood as simply the ability to stay upright. In reality, it is a complex and dynamic process that allows the body to maintain stability while both stationary and in motion. In rehabilitation, balance plays a critical role, not just in recovery from injury, but in restoring […]
Bursa on the Shoulder
What is Shoulder Bursitis? Why is it sometimes called Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy? Shoulder bursitis refers to irritation of the subacromial bursa, a small fluid-filled structure that helps reduce friction between the rotator cuff tendons and the bone above the shoulder. As you can see the picture below, the bursa sits very close to the rotator […]
Core Muscle Strength and Back Pain
How do Core Muscles Assist in Reducing Back Pain? What core muscles do we have? The core is made up of a group of muscles around the trunk that work together to support the spine, pelvis, and body during movement. These muscles are often divided into two groups: deep stabilizing muscles and larger superficial muscles. […]
Myths about Chronic Pain Conditions and Acute Pain
Understanding why rest isn’t always the best medicine Chronic pain conditions and acute pain can be confusing; sometimes, it appears without warning, lingers for weeks, and refuses to follow logic. Many people assume that chronic pain or acute pain always means injury or that complete rest is the safest solution. But modern pain science tells […]