Orthopaedic surgery, such as joint replacements and reconstructions, may seem daunting. However, recovering from these surgeries is not as scary as it seems with a variety of post-operative treatments from your physio!

Vertigo, the feeling that you are moving even though you aren’t, often paired with dizziness or nausea, is an unpleasant yet common experience caused by a variety of conditions. It may surprise you to learn that in some cases your physiotherapist is actually able to treat vertigo.

Frequently working with your arms in an above-shoulder position like a hairdresser, a teacher writing on a chalkboard, or a construction worker hammering nails overhead, is one possible cause of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. The condition affects a small opening between the neck and shoulder blades and can lead to symptoms like pins and needles, numbness or weakness in the arms, and pain.

Lateral Epicondylitis, or ‘Tennis Elbow,’ as it’s more commonly known, is pain in the outer section of the elbow, that develops from a sudden increase or overuse of the joint. The condition is common in manual labourers and players of racket sports such as – you guessed it – tennis!

These days it’d be difficult to find anyone who doesn’t know smoking is bad for our health. However, what many people probably don’t realise, is that smoking can slow down or even prevent healing after an injury!

Ankylosing Spondylitis, a type of inflammatory arthritis, causes inflammation and pain in the spinal column as well as other joints in the body. This condition can cause back and neck pain, but is helped greatly by physical activity and a little input from your physio.

Unfortunately, as we age our bodies can struggle to keep up and this can lead to pain and discomfort. Arthritis is more than just joint pain, and there are many types, but these can be managed by your physio. Learn all about the different kinds of arthritis and how they can be treated.

Osteitis Pubis is a condition common in runners and kickers and can be very painful. Never fear, with an exercise program from your physio, they can have you back to playing sports in 3 to 6 months!

The last newsletter of the year, you may not have heard from us in a while, but we’re finishing off the year with a bang! So have a read of our news and advice and don’t forget to read the recipe at the end!

Ankle fractures are surprisingly common injuries, both in athletes and the general population. Being able to quickly identify the signs and symptoms of a fracture is extremely important in ensuring quick and effective medical management.