What is Tennis Elbow? Elbow Pain or pain in the elbow while gripping something is often caused by a condition known as lateral epicondylitis or tennis elbow. The pain is found on the outside of the elbow and occurs when the tendon of the muscle which attaches on the outside of the elbow is injured. These muscles are used to pull the wrist and fingers backwards and therefore, pain/difficultly performing this action may be a sign that you have this injury.…
Understanding K-Tape: What It Is and Why You Should Use It If you’ve watched sports events or seen athletes on social media, you’ve likely noticed colorful strips of tape applied to their bodies in intricate patterns. This tape, known as Kinesiology Tape or K-Tape, is more than just a trendy accessory. It’s a therapeutic tool used by physiotherapists and athletes worldwide to support muscles, reduce pain, and enhance physical performance. In this blog post, we’ll explore what K-Tape is, how…
What is Be Activated? Be Activated is a performance enhancing system, a healing system and a way to manage everyday stress. It looks at how well the prime movers of the body are functioning and what the body is using to compensate when the prime movers are not working as well as they should be. When the body is using other muscles to compensate for the prime movers, the body has less ability to work as effectively and is more…
Knee Pain When Bending: A Physiotherapist’s Guide Knee pain when bending can be a frustrating and debilitating issue that affects many individuals of all ages and activity levels. Whether it’s caused by an injury, overuse, or underlying conditions such as arthritis, finding relief and effectively managing this discomfort is crucial for maintaining mobility and quality of life. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the common causes of knee pain when bending, practical tips for managing it, and how physiotherapy…
What are the benefits of Yoga? What is Yoga? Yoga is a form of exercise which originated in India. The word yoga comes from Sanskrit and means ‘to join together.’ This joining together refers to the key focus of yoga: joining the mind, body and spirit. The joining of these factors is achieved through the three main practices of yoga: postures, breathing and meditation. Yoga has been found to be effective for improving your physical fitness through areas such as…
Tennis Elbow or Lateral Epicondylitis Does Physio Help Tennis Elbow? A case review of a client who was suffering from Tennis elbow – After having some time off, the patient had just returned to working as an electrician the workload had increased significantly. At first they began to get elbow pain when gripping tools (e.g. screwdriver). Over two more weeks, symptoms worsened to the point that elbow pain was now being felt during lighter activities such as brushing their teeth…
Heel pain in the mornings? This early morning heel pain may be caused from something known as plantar fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is the term used to describe when the strong band in your foot running from your heel to your mid-foot (the plantar fascia) becomes inflamed. This band supports the arch of your foot and also acts as a shock absorber. Who can get plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is common, with an estimate of 1 in every 10 people experiencing…
How does acupuncture work? Acupuncture is a treatment approach often adopted by physiotherapists to aid the management of pain and inflammation. Through needling, acupuncture is thought to stimulate the body’s own healing chemicals in order to aid recovery and enhance rehabilitation. Our bodies have a natural ability to self repair – the use of Acupuncture, Acupressure or Electro-Acupuncture enhances these natural self repair mechanisms to optimise recovery and improve recovery timeframes. Acupuncture also works alongside other physiotherapy modalities, such as…
Pilates or yoga: What is the difference? Both Pilates and yoga involve relaxing and low-impact workouts which produce physical changes that benefit our health (e.g. improved strength and flexibility). However, as the two forms of exercise continue to rise in popularity, so does the confusion between the different styles of workouts. Similarities between Pilates and Yoga: Low-impact workouts with an emphasis on bodyweight resistance Target the body as a whole rather than specific muscle groups Multiple variations and class options…
Low Back Pain Have you currently got low back pain or have you suffered from this before? You’re not alone! Low back pain is the leading cause of pain and disability globally, impacting 80-90% of the population. Has this back pain ever occurred out of the blue with no known cause for the injury? The following may help explain how… Our spine consists of 24 separate segments (vertebrae) stacked on top of each other. Between each vertebrae is an intervertebral…