Have you ever done a workout at the gym to wake up the next day and struggle sit down on a chair? You were probably experiencing a phenomenon called Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, or DOMS for short. DOMS refers to the muscle pain, stiffness, tenderness and reduced range of motion that typically occurs after performing an unfamiliar or strenuous physical activity. It usually manifests one to two days after exercise and can persist for several days. DOMS is different to acute muscle soreness, which is the immediate pain or discomfort experienced during or right after exercise. Acute soreness is ..read more

A rib fracture refers to a break or crack in one of the ribs, which are the curved bones that form the rib cage. The function of the rib cage is to protect vital organs such as the heart and lungs. Rib fractures can occur due to trauma or injury to the chest area, or without a mechanism in people with brittle bones. Rib fractures are categorized as either a simple fracture, where there is a clean break in the rib without displacement of bone fragments; a displaced fracture, where bone fragments are out of alignment; or multiple fractures, where several ribs are fractured at the same time. The ..read more

There are a multitude of positions that a bicep curl can be performed, and each position will alter the muscle bias and target slightly different areas of the bicep and surrounding muscle. This blog will outline how each grip position will change the muscle bias in the arm. Supinated Grip – this is the most common grip for bicep curls where your palms face up. This type of grip will primarily target the biceps brachii muscle, which is the superficial muscle visible on your upper arm. Pronated Grip – also known as a reverse grip. In this position, your palms face downward. While this grip will ..read more

I’ve seen a large amount of new or returning runners present to clinic this year, and with this an increased injury risk can come. One of the more common issues can be plantar fascia pain (PFP) / plantar fasciitis. In this blog I’ll give you a couple of quick tips to help manage your pain. If you want to know a little bit more about the condition before this read this great blog beforehand! Strength Training PFP often comes from an overload of tissue, an element of this can include insufficient muscle strength. Increasing the strength of basic muscles, in conjunction with other treatment met ..read more

We often hear about leg length discrepancies affect back and leg pain, but how does this affect peoples running? In this blog I’ll run through some thoughts about leg length discrepancies and how it pertains to running. Typically, in clinic leg length is measured by measuring between two bony landmarks in your hips measuring down towards a bony landmark in your ankles. However, this is often rife with mistakes and not the best clinic measure. It can be affected by the way the patient is lying on the bed, is often done lying down which can be different to a standing position or poor technique u ..read more

A key focus that I hear from older adults is not only to be fit and healthy, but to feel strong. A lot of times this can be a very daunting thing, well I’m here to tell you to fear not! A lot of exercises that can be done in gyms are very easily transferred to the safety of your own home. In this blog I’ll let you know what to focus on and some ideas about how to best exercise at home. First and foremost just a note about safety: Whether you are new to exercise or have been doing exercise for a long time, extra attention should be paid to making sure you are safe when you are exercising. Have ..read more

Gamekeepers thumb is a condition that affects the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb. The ulnar collateral ligament is a strong band of tissue found on the inside of the thumb on the side closest to the index finger. It arises from the metacarpal (the bone which attaches the thumb and the hand) and the proximal phalanx (the bone in the lower part of the thumb). The ulnar collateral ligament is responsible for stopping excessive movement of the thumb away from the hand. This ligament keeps your thumb stable, especially when you pinch and grasp things. What is the difference between Gamekeep ..read more

While having a fall as you grow older is often viewed as needing to “be more careful next time”, the reality is that the natural ageing process brings with it a wide range of changes to the body that make older adults more likely to have a fall. In Hong Kong, a 2018 survey showed that a fall was the most common type of unintentional injury, accounting for 39.4% of all injury episodes that occurred over a 12-month period. Other countries have similar statistics, with falls accounting for 40% of all of Australia’s injury-related deaths as well as 42% of their hospitalised injuries, with one in t ..read more

Here are some reasons why you might consider seeing a trained Women’s Health Physiotherapist (also known as Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist). Painful Sex: What is it? Painful sex, also known as dyspareunia, can be a distressing condition that affects individuals of any gender. Physiotherapists specialising in pelvic health, play a vital role in addressing and alleviating this discomfort. How we can help: Through a comprehensive assessment, we will identify underlying factors such as muscle tension, scar tissue, or nerve sensitivity that may contribute to pain during intercourse. By employing a ..read more

What is hypermobility? Hypermobility is present in up to 15% of the population in one form or another. Hypermobility means your joints can move beyond the normal range of motion. Being extra flexible is an advantage in activities such as swimming, dancing, or gymnastics. Most flexible people don’t experience pain or symptoms due to their flexibility. However, others can experience symptoms, and this is when being hypermobile can become problematic. Being hypermobile can come with other symptoms including: – Pain and “stiffness” in the joints – Joints that sub lux/dislocate easily – Fatigue – R ..read more