WHIPLASH INJURY
A whiplash injury is most commonly thought of as an injury sustained during a car accident. However, it can occur during any incident where there is a sudden change in speed on the body. Your head is heavy, weighing approximately 5kg. Your muscles and soft tissues surrounding your neck do a very good job of […]
What makes joint stiff (Why they hurt and how to treat them)
Potential causes of stiff joints and what to do about them Many people experience stiff joints as they age. Others may experience joint stiffness due to medical conditions and lifestyle choices. As you age, your cartilage –– the spongy material that protects the ends of your bones — begins to dry out and stiffen. Your […]
Treating Sciatica with Physiotherapy & Dry Needling
Sciatic nerve pain can be extremely difficult to deal with and a long-term chronic condition. It can affect people’s ability to exercise, work and generally take enjoyment from everyday life. What Is Sciatica Pain? When you feel a burning or stinging pain radiating from your lower back to your hips and legs, it may be […]
Stronger Bones Are Within Your Reach
Have the strong bones you want- and need for a lifetime of active living. Building healthy bones is extremely important. As long as you’re able to do the activities you want, you probably don’t give your bones a second thought. But did you know that after age 30 you start losing bone density? In fact, […]
Improved Hand Mobility
Wrist pain can be frustrating and inconvenient. It can also make work or basic day-to-day activities, such as using a computer or cooking a meal, more difficult. Your hands perform a variety of tasks every day, from gripping a steering wheel to typing on a keyboard. These repetitive motions can create weakness and stiffness in […]
Golfer’s Elbow
Medial epicondylalgia, better known as golfer’s elbow, is an overuse injury of the tendons around the inside of your elbow. It tends to occur as a reaction to an increased demand on the tendons beyond their capability. Those with golfer’s elbow will typically report pain and stiffness, which may reduce in the short term with […]
Achilles Tendinopathy
An Achilles tendinopathy is an overuse injury. It tends to occur as a reaction to an increased demand on the tendon, beyond it’s capabilities. Those with an Achilles tendinopathy will typically report pain and stiffness, which may reduce in the short term with brief gentle movement. The Achilles tendon lies at the back of your […]
Why does Acupuncture work
In my profession over the years, I have treated countless patients and experienced pain relief with the combination of physiotherapy, acupuncture/dry needling and homecare programme. Western medicine provides diagnosis through lab test and it focuses on eliminating symptoms Holistic therapy (acupuncture, dry needling, meditation) focuses on the body’s overall response to treatment and recognizes the […]
How to Beat Morning Pain From Rheumatoid Arthritis
Morning pain is common with rheumatoid arthritis. Your joints may also feel stiff and pop or creak as you get out of bed. You might have trouble getting things done. It could take an hour or more for the pain and stiffness to ease up. But it doesn’t have to stop you. With a few […]
Preventing Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes
With so many young athletes playing sports, it’s no wonder injuries are common. Half of all sports medicine injuries in children and teens are from overuse. What is an Overuse Injury? An overuse injury is damage to a bone, muscle, ligament, or tendon caused by repetitive stress without allowing time for the body to heal. […]
