Knee pain – Meniscal Tear
What is it? A meniscal tear refers to damage to one of the two C-shaped pieces of cartilage which separate the bones in the knee joint. These cartilages act as shock absorbers within the knee to assist in cushioning forces that transmit through the joint. How does it happen? The menisci in the knee are […]
Achilles tendon pain
Information about pathologies/injuries of the achilles tendon, including partial tears, ruptures, tendinitis and tendinopathies, and their management.
Back pain – Early warning signs
Early warning signs of low back strain. How to recognise it and early self-management strategies.
Back pain self management
Back pain – Injury prevention and self management Some helpful hints for injury prevention Maintain good spinal mobility – do regular lumbar spine stretches Pay attention to your spinal posture, especially sitting posture. Check your driving position, work ergonomics and how you relax on couch or bed to watch TV or use devices. There are […]