Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries we see in the clinic. They often occur as a result of a sporting-related incident. But, ankle sprains also can often arise from the most mundane of daily movements. If an ankle sprain goes untreated it is more likely to occur again in the future! Chronic […]
Starting a summer sport? How can physio help??
As the summer sun beckons us outdoors, many of us are eager to explore new sports and physical activities. It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned athlete or someone looking to stay active. Starting a new sport during the summer can be a great way to enhance your physical well-being. Let’s talk about getting you […]
What to do if you hurt yourself? Give yourself peace and love! (ie, not RICE!)
One of the most commonly known acronyms in health and fitness has to be “RICE” (Rest, Ice, Compress & Elevate). Most people know it and have used at some point. The problem is, when RICE was first suggested back in the 70s it wasn’t even based on research (see our previous blog post). Even the […]
Winter Running
We’re right in the middle of the year and that means the days are at their shortest and the mornings and evenings are a bit frosty! The cold weather and lack of light can be off putting, but running at this time of the year can be done safely and has great benefits for your […]
Winter Sport Season – Injury Prevention
Early this century, scientists sought to find a way to prevent injuries in Danish European Handball players. This led to several programmes being developed to prevent injuries in different sports codes. They all have a great amount of evidence behind them, and are easily integrated into a typical warm up for training and games. The KNEE programme for Netball Power […]
Back to School with AA Physio
Parents of school kids have so many vouchers to use these days! New school uniforms, backpacks and lunch boxes with Back to School vouchers. Choosing backpacks can be a tricky endeavour. Happily, there is evidence to show that no particular backpack is best for kids’ spines. Choosing a backpack need only be a style decision! […]