Our feet and ankles are pivotal in keeping the rest of the body stable and mobile, as they absorb the impact of walking, running and jumping, and ensure that we can stand without putting unnecessary pressure on other muscles or joints. The feet contain almost a quarter of the body’s bones, as well as hundreds […]
An ankle sprain occurs when the strong ligaments that support the ankle stretch beyond their limits and tear. Ankle sprains are common injuries that occur among people of all ages. They range from mild to severe, depending upon how much damage there is to the ligaments. One of the most common knee injuries is an […]
Unilateral means “one sided”; an exercise performed on one side of the body, or with one limb. Bilateral means “both sides”; an exercise performed with both sides of the body or with both limbs. For example, a piston would be considered a unilateral exercise, where a squat would be considered a bilateral exercise. Unilateral exercises […]
What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve is squeezed where it passes through the wrist. This often happens because the tendons in the wrist have become swollen and they press on the nerve. The median nerve controls some of the muscles that move the thumb […]
Knee pain is one of the most prevalent joint problems and is a common injury treated by physiotherapists. It can arise in any of the bony structures of the knee joint (femur, patella, tibia, or fibula), or the cartilage (meniscus), ligaments, and tendons of the knee. It is a common symptom that can affect people of all ages. […]
A metatarsal bone fracture is a complete or incomplete break in one of the five metatarsal bones in each foot. These long thin bones are located between the toes and the ankle (between the tarsal bones in the hindfoot and the phalanges in the forefoot). 5 to 6% of all fractures treated in primary care […]
The knee is the most commonly replaced joint in the body. The decision to have knee replacement surgery is one that you should make in consultation with your orthopedic surgeon and your physiotherapist. Usually, total knee replacement surgery is performed when people have: Knee joint damage due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, other bone diseases, or fracture that has not […]
What is a piriformis strain? A piriformis strain is a tear in one or more of the muscles fibers that make up the piriformis muscle. Physiotherapy can successfully treat the symptoms of a piriformis strain How does a piriformis strain happen? The piriformis is a deep muscle in the hip area that connects from the sacrum to the femur. […]
Scoliosis is a condition that affects the normal shape of the spine, altering a person’s overall trunk alignment and posture. Scoliosis causes the spine to move to the side and turn. This condition can occur at any time during the lifespan, but is more commonly detected during adolescence. Scoliosis affects 2% to 3% of the […]
What is the first thing people notice about you? Your Posture! Besides making you look good, your posture also affects you health. If you or your family are not feeling the best, posture could be the reason behind it. Get your posture checked at FIT Physiotherapy. The Daily Posture Problems Our daily lives present a […]