Comprehensive Guide to Ankle Rehabilitation: Top 5 Evidence-Based Exercises for Post-Ankle Sprain or Fracture Ankle injuries, such as sprains or fractures, can significantly impact mobility and quality of life. Proper rehabilitation is crucial for restoring function and preventing long-term complications. An essential component of ankle rehabilitation is improving ankle mobility, which involves restoring the range of motion, strength, and stability of the ankle joint. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the top five evidence-based exercises for enhancing ankle mobility after an ankle ..read more

The Importance of Strength Training for Runners As runners, we’re often consumed by the pursuit of increasing mileage and speed. However, there’s an often-overlooked aspect that can make a substantial difference in our performance and longevity: heavy strength training. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the evidence supporting the significance of strength training for runners, explore key exercises tailored for optimal results, and provide a structured approach to integrating strength training into your running regimen. Weight Training Can Have Huge Benefits Strength training isn’t ..read more

Spotlight on Office Ergonomics: Setting Up Your Desk and Workstation | CCOHS Tips In today’s modern world, where many of us spend the majority of our day seated at a desk, it’s crucial to prioritize the design and arrangement of our workspaces. The concept of ergonomics, which focuses on optimizing human well-being and performance in the working environment, plays a pivotal role in achieving this goal. By understanding and implementing key ergonomic principles, individuals can create workstations that foster comfort, productivity, and long-term health. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve ..read more

The Science of Spinal Manipulation: Exploring Chiropractic Techniques Embarking on the journey of pain management, particularly in the realms of lower back and neck pain, often leads individuals to consider chiropractic care. At the core of this approach lies the chiropractic adjustment, a therapeutic technique where controlled force is applied to specific joints, primarily in the spine.  In this extensive exploration, we will delve into the intricacies occurring within the body during a chiropractic adjustment, emphasizing its role in reducing pain, addressing stiffness, and enhancing ov ..read more

Essential Wellness Tips for a Healthy Year Ahead In the hustle and bustle of modern life, achieving and maintaining overall wellness in 2024 has become a paramount goal for many individuals. Wellness is not merely the absence of illness but a dynamic process that encompasses the integration of the mind, body, and spirit.  In this blog post, we’ll delve into the four main pillars of human experience that play a crucial role in fostering holistic wellness: physical exercise, mental health, sleep health, and dietary health. Physical Exercise Engaging in regular physical exercise is a corners ..read more

Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options for TMD Pain Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders, or Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), present intricate challenges that significantly impact the quality of life for those affected.  In this expansive blog post, we will delve deep into the multifaceted nature of TMJ disorders, exploring the various factors contributing to these conditions. With a primary focus on physiotherapy interventions, we aim to elucidate how this comprehensive approach can provide relief for individuals dealing with the complexities of TMJ disorders.  Throughout thi ..read more

Stepping into Comfort: The Role of Arch Support in Plantar Fasciitis Management Plantar fasciitis, a common and often debilitating foot condition, affects millions of individuals worldwide. Characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot to your heel bone, plantar fasciitis can lead to intense heel pain and discomfort.  While there are various treatment options available, this blog will delve into the evidence supporting the use of orthotics and insoles, especially those providing arch support, in both the care and preve ..read more

Unlocking Healing Potential: The Benefits of Chiropractic Care and Adjustments for Injury Recovery In the realm of alternative healthcare, chiropractic care has gained considerable attention for its effectiveness in injury recovery. This approach primarily centred around chiropractic adjustments, involves precise manipulations by chiropractors to address issues within the musculoskeletal system. This blog post explores the scientific basis behind the benefits of chiropractic care, chiropractic adjustments, and their role in alleviating pain associated with various injuries. Understanding Chiro ..read more

5 Reasons to Try Physiotherapy for Pelvic Floor Muscles Have you heard of the term Pelvic Health? It’s a growing area of medical interest, particularly within the branch of Rehabilitation Medicine. At our clinic, we are passionate about this area of medical knowledge. We believe that it has the potential to help our patients stay healthy, active, and happy at times and in ways that have been ignored all too often by the medical community.  Acknowledging that we have some incredible Pelvic Health Physiotherapists at South Island Physiotherapy and that this area of medical knowledge is ..read more

The Role and Science of Massage for Headaches Headaches are a common complaint for our staff at South Island Physiotherapy. They arise from various conditions of the head and neck that can disrupt our daily lives and productivity.  Whether they are tension headaches, migraines, or sinus headaches, the pain and discomfort they bring can be debilitating. While there are various approaches to managing headaches, one holistic and evidence-based solution we provide at South Island Physiotherapy that has gained recognition is massage therapy.  In this blog post, we will explore how massage ..read more