Hot Or Cold therapy?
Should I apply hot or cold therapy? There is often confusion following an injury concerning whether to apply cold therapy or whether to warm the area. The answer depends on the type of injury you …
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Should I apply hot or cold therapy? There is often confusion following an injury concerning whether to apply cold therapy or whether to warm the area. The answer depends on the type of injury you …
The choice between massage lotion and massage wax depends on several factors. These include personal preference, the type of massage being performed, and the client’s needs. However, both products have their advantages and disadvantages. Here’s …
Choosing the best arch support insoles for shoes or boots depends on your foot type and what you need them for. Here we explain the wet foot test and how to determine whether you overpronate, …
There are certain standards of behaviour and attitude that should be expected from your sports massage therapist. We are not all perfect all the time but below are a few simple ideas that you should …
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy is a form of Electrotherapy which has shown to be beneficial in the treatment of tendon injuries such as Achilles Tendinopathy and Tennis Elbow, as well as Plantar Fasciitis. What is …
Ultrasound therapy is a form of electrotherapy treatment therapists use to treat soft tissue injuries. It involves passing high frequency sound waves into soft tissue. Here we explain how it works, the benefits and contraindications. …
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a method of providing pain relief. As the name suggests, it involves the application of a mild electrical current to the affected area. Lead wires connected to sticky pads …
Foot drop is a symptom rather than a condition or injury. It describes the inability to raise the foot upwards (dorsiflex the ankle) as if pulling the toes up towards the shin. A patient with …
Antibiotics are a form of medication which is used to treat bacterial infections and are only available via a prescription (in the UK). They are not effective in treating viruses such as influenza. Other conditions …
Bone scans are also known as Radio Isotopic bone scans. It is used to detect areas of bone with increased blood flow or increased bone turnover. These may be due to inflammation and infection, or …