Shoulder Labral Tears: Do You Really Need Surgery?
Q1: What is a shoulder labral tear? A: The labrum is a ring of cartilage that stabilises the shoulder socket. A tear causes pain, clicking, and instability in the joint.…
Acute Groin Injuries: Diagnosis, Treatment and Rehabilitation
Groin injuries are one of the more common injuries we see in the clinic, particularly in people who play sport or stay active with running, football, or gym training. They…
Lisfranc injury: more than just a mid foot ankle sprain
Lisfranc Injury: Understanding and Rehabbing This Midfoot Problem When you think of serious foot injuries, ankle sprains or fractures usually come to mind. But one of the most important —…
Shoulder Pain Sufferers: Let’s Talk Rotator Cuff Tears
Let’s Talk Rotator Cuff Tears So, you’ve been dealing with some serious shoulder pain, huh? It’s a common tale, especially when it comes to those pesky rotator cuff tears. They’re…
The high ankle sprain, your guide to recovery
High ankle sprains or ankle syndesmosis injuries are a relatively common lower limb injury that is often observed in field sports such as AFL or football codes. However it…
Importance of strength training for tendons
Tendons play a critical role in transmitting forces from muscles to bones, enabling efficient movement and locomotion. The ability of tendons to adapt to mechanical load is essential for their…
Acute ankle sprains, what you need to know [2022].
If you have just sprained your ankle there are a few key steps to ensure you get the management absolutely right for the best result. We have a look at…
Are single leg exercises better for strength training in runners ?
Strength training for runners. There is a good argument that runners who add strength training to their programs will improve their running performance and reduce the risk of running related…
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy and how to treat it effectively
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy, another pain in the bum Proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT) is another true pain on the bum. It can also be a tricky customer to diagnose and a…
Getting the most from the rowing erg
The rowing ergometer is a great piece of equipment to improve your strength and fitness. There are a few pieces of cardio equipment that offer as good a whole body workout…
ACL tears and surgery, what should you do ?
Do I need surgery after an ACL rupture ? Is ACL surgery for you ? This is a bit of a hot potato topic at the moment with some very…
Balance is the Sixth Sense.
We are often told that balance is the key to life, as such balance exercises may be the key to successful injury rehabilitation. Balance, or proprioception, is often referred to…