Author: adminva

21 May

Posted at 04:28h in Lifestyle

Knee osteoarthritis is a condition where the cartilage (the cushion between the joints which functions as a shock-absorber) wears away, resulting in the joints rubbing against one another. Physiotherapy Exercises include: STEP-UPS Step 1: Stand in front of a flight of steps / or modified rehabilitation step Step 2:...

20 May

Posted at 03:44h in Lifestyle

Iliotibial Band Syndrome is a common knee condition where pain is present on the outer part of the knee, caused by the iliotibial band (long band connective tissue) rubbing against the femoral epicondyle (thigh bone). This results in local tissue and iliotibial band inflammation and...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:27h in Uncategorized

The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that surround and stabilize the shoulder joint, to keep the head of the humerus (upper arm) within the shallow socket of the shoulder. Rotator cuff injuries range from mild to severe and falls under...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:24h in Uncategorized

The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that surround and stabilize the shoulder joint, to keep the head of the humerus (upper arm) within the shallow socket of the shoulder. Rotator cuff injuries range from mild to severe and falls under...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:22h in Uncategorized

Shoulder Bursitis is a condition where the bursa is inflamed. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that functions to reduce friction between tendon-tendon and tendon- bone within the space of your shoulder. More specifically, the bursa provides a slippery, gliding and smooth interface between the...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:20h in Uncategorized

Biceps Tendinopathy (an umbrella term for Biceps tendonitis, biceps tendinosis), is an irritation or inflammation of the biceps tendon (long head) which connects the biceps muscle to the shoulder bone.  Physiotherapy exercises  FLEXION AND EXTENSION Step 1: Sit upright on a chair with your knees bent and feet...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:18h in Uncategorized

Biceps Tendinopathy (an umbrella term for Biceps tendonitis, biceps tendinosis), is an irritation or inflammation of the biceps tendon (long head) which connects the biceps muscle to the shoulder bone. Causes: Normal wear and tear over time Repetitive shoulder movements Risk Factors: Age: 30 + Smoking Obesity ...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:17h in Uncategorized

Neck pain is common in our modern age and can interfere with your daily living. Common causes include poor posture, extended computer usage, and a sedentary lifestyle. Physiotherapy Exercises include: CHIN TUCK   Step 1: Sit upright on a chair with your knees bent and feet flat on the...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:15h in Uncategorized

The plantar fascia is a thick fibrous of connective tissue that attaches from the heel bone (calcaneus) and extends along the bottom of the foot to the toes. Plantarfasciitis is a disorder of the thick fibrous of the connective tissue, which supports the arch of the...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:11h in Uncategorized

Carpel Tunnel Syndrome is a painful hand disorder caused by the compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpel tunnel of the wrist. The carpel tunnel is a narrow passageway in the wrist that protects the vital structures including the tendons, blood...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:10h in Uncategorized

Frozen Shoulder (known as adhesive capsulitis) is a condition where there is severe pain, stiffness and loss of movement in your shoulder joint. The symptoms of this condition gradually worsen over time then resolves within a duration of 1- 3 years. Adhesive Capsulitis causes the capsule...

31 Aug

Posted at 21:05h in Uncategorized

Shoulder Tendinopathy includes a wide range of tendon injuries in the shoulder. For example, if the rotator cuff tendons in the shoulder are injured, it is referred to as ‘Rotator cuff Tendinopathy’. Rotator cuff Tendinopathies include the following: Supraspinatus Tendinopathy Subscapularis Tendinopathy Infraspinatus Tendinopathy Bicipital...