De Quervain’s is a form of tendinitis which causes tenderness and pain in the wrist on the side of the thumb as well as in the forearm and base of the thumb. The pain typically increases when the thumb is extended and when you grasp something. The affliction is often caused when the tendons become […]
One of the most annoying and painful physical ailments is a “crick” in the neck. When you suffer from this common problem it’s typically hard to move your neck from side to side because of the pain and stiffness involved. What causes neck pain? In most cases the problem arises when the joint capsule, which […]
If a bone is broken (fracture), and moves out of position, you may need to undergo open reduction internal fixation surgery. Physiotherapy after ORIF surgery is important for the injury to heal properly and efficiently. Open Reduction is the surgical realignment of broken bones. Internal fixation refers to the fixation of screws and / or […]
Therapeutic ultrasound has been around since the 1940’s and is just one of many effective and common techniques used in modern-day physiotherapy. This process provides deep-heating effects to different soft-tissue parts of the body such as tendons, ligaments, and muscles. The process increases blood circulation to these tissues, which in turn helps the body’s healing […]
Muscular dystrophy can cause the muscles of the body to progressively weaken over time and this results in reduced mobility. However, those who suffer from this inherited disease can get some relief from physical deterioration by undergoing physiotherapy. Our specialist physiotherapists Fit Physiotherapy fully understand how muscular dystrophy can affect a person’s life as well […]
When you’re in pain, physical activity is usually one of the furthest things from your mind. However, physiotherapy can actually put you on the road to recovery quite quickly and can also help out when it comes to pain management. You may be tempted to lay in a warm bed with medication and an electric […]
Most people have heard of core muscles, but many of them aren’t exactly sure what they are. Some people instantly think of the abdominals or stomach and they’re certainly on the right track. However, there’s a lot more to the core muscles than just the abs. In fact, the core muscles are made up of […]
Manual therapy involves specific hands-on techniques to treat various problems throughout the body. Physiotherapists are healthcare practitioners who have both the training and the skill to evaluate and work with you to reduce pain and to help you manage a variety of health issues. They can use manual therapies such as massage, resistance training and […]
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