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A common fear for people when discussing pain is the idea that their symptoms are 'all in their head' or that they won't be believed by friends, family, therapists or workmates. This fear can be worse when there appears to be no obvious or visible cause for their pain...
Osteoporosis is a widespread condition characterized by low bone mass or density. It is primarily a metabolic disorder related to age and general health with a variety of risk factors and causes. The most common and well known consequence of osteoporosis is weakened...
There is more to distance running than you may think. In this article, we offer some words of wisdom from our physiotherapists to help you get the most out of your training and avoid injuries. Choose your shoes carefully: Repeated stress from running long distances...
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition affecting the joint capsule of the shoulder. It is characterized by inflammation of the capsule, leading to pain and stiffness with shoulder movements. Frozen shoulder is categorized as either primary...
What is it? A broken collarbone, or clavicle, is one of the most commonly broken bones in the body. The clavicle connects the front of the ribcage to the shoulder and is the only bony connection the arm has to the rest of the body. Many muscles attach to the clavicle,...
Anterior ankle impingement is a condition where repetitive forces compress and damage the tissues at the front of the ankle, causing pain and inflammation. It is a common injury that can affect people of all ages, however is usually seen in athletes of sports...
What is it? Shoulder instability is a term used to describe a weakness in the structures of the shoulder that keep the joint stable, which can lead to dislocation. As one of the most mobile joints in the body, the shoulder maintains stability through a balance of...
Why are workplace injuries so common? The nature of work is that we are often required to complete the same task for hours. We can also find ourselves faced with time constraints and deadlines that lead to poor postures and taking shortcuts, simply to get the job...
While pain and stiffness often go together, joint stiffness can occur on its own. Joint stiffness can limit your ability to perform usual tasks, such as turning your head to check behind you while driving. Stiffness can also be a warning sign that a part of the body...
What is it? Your knee moves freely backwards and forwards; however, the thought of it moving from side to side probably makes you cringe. This is because the knee joint has sturdy ligaments either side of it that prevent sideways movement and we instinctively know...