Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, or more commonly known as Shin Splints, is a common condition marked by pain in the shins when walking or running. Chartered Physiotherapist Conor O’Brien is here to tell us more about shin splints and share some tips on how to treat and prevent them. Read on to find out more!
A Guide To Muscle Sprains & Strains
The Vital Role of Sleep in Muscle Recovery
5 Best Hamstring Stretches
The Benefits of Pilates
Best Practice Guidelines For Plantar Heel Pain
Plantar heel pain (also commonly referred to as Plantar Fasciitis or Fasciopathy) is an umbrella term characterised by pain which is generally located on the underside of the foot and/or heel. It affects about 4 - 7% of the general population over their lifetime and up to 20% of an athletic or highly active population.
How To Progress Your Fitness From Home
Why Do Physios Prescribe Exercises?
As physiotherapists, the “physio” in our name can be considered to refer to physiology. This is the study of the function of the human body. According to definition we “promote, maintain, or restore health through physical examination, diagnosis, prognosis, patient education, physical intervention, rehabilitation, disease prevention, and health promotion”.
What Can I Expect From Physiotherapy Treatment?
Sometimes it is difficult to understand whether you need to attend a physiotherapist or your GP when suffering with pain. You may be asking yourself “what can I expect from physiotherapy?”, “can physiotherapy help me?” or “do I need to attend physiotherapy?”. A physiotherapist will be able to treat most conditions that come through their door.
How Do I Know If I Have A Pulled Muscle?
Muscle tears (also known as ‘pulled’ muscles, or muscle strains) are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries that we see on a daily basis. Generally, a muscle tear occurs when the load placed on a muscle exceeds the capacity of that muscle to withstand the load. So how do you know if you have torn a muscle, or if it is something else causing your pain?
When Should I Worry About Pins & Needles?
Paraesthesia, or “pins and needles” as it is more colloquially known, refers to a feeling of discomfort associated with itching, tingling or “skin crawling”. Generally pins and needles is a benign and transient experience. However, there are situations where the experience of pins and needles may be indicative of a more sinister pathology and will require further medical investigation.
What Can I Do To Help My Joint Pain?
Massage Guns - Are They Worth The Hype?
Why A Healthy Pelvic Floor Is So Important For Everyone
Getting Relief From Sciatica Pain
How Is Frozen Shoulder Treated?
Frozen shoulder (FS), medically known as adhesive capsulitis, is a self-limiting condition characterised by an insidious, progressive onset of symptoms. The main symptoms typically being pain and significantly reduced range of motion. Although the onset of frozen shoulder is not fully understood, these symptoms are thought to occur due to a progressive inflammation and thickening of the shoulder joint capsule.
Is Crossing Your Legs Bad For Your Health Or Posture?
Top 3 Preventable Injuries We See In Clinics
Some injuries are completely unavoidable. For example, if you fracture your leg due to a really bad tackle in a sports match, there’s not a whole lot that can be done to prevent that! However, many injuries can be avoided. In this blog we will discuss the top 3 preventable injuries we see in our clinics and give you some simple tips on how to minimise your risk of suffering from them.