Introduction to Post-Surgery Physiotherapy Have you ever wondered about the journey to recovery after surgery? The process involves more than just medications and rest. One key component, often overlooked, is post-surgery physiotherapy. But what exactly is this? What is Post-Surgery Physiotherapy? Post-surgery physiotherapy is a specialized form of physiotherapy designed to aid in recovery after […]
Heel spurs, bony protrusions on the underside of the heel bone, are a common cause of chronic heel pain. Affecting millions of people worldwide, they can significantly impact daily activities and overall quality of life. Heel spurs often occur alongside plantar fasciitis, an inflammation of the plantar fascia, which further exacerbates the pain. Traditional treatments […]
Golfers Elbow, medically known as medial epicondylitis, is a common condition that affects the tendons connecting the forearm muscles to the medial epicondyle, a bony bump on the inside of the elbow. It’s characterized by pain and inflammation in the elbow region, often causing difficulty in performing daily activities. Common symptoms of Golfers Elbow include: […]
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 […]