Torn Cartilage Meniscus
Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 14th Dec. 2021 A torn meniscus is a tear of one of the semi-circular cartilage discs in the knee
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Upper Arm Pain
Upper arm pain causes include fractures to the humerus bone, nerve injuries, contusions, and muscle strains. Here we explain the symptoms and causes of sports
Triceps Strain
A tricep strain is a tear to the triceps brachii muscle at the back of the upper arm which contracts to straighten the elbow. It
Axillary Nerve Injury
Axillary nerve injury is also referred to as axillary nerve compression and quadrilateral space syndrome. It is not a particularly common injury and usually occurs
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Humerus Fracture
A humerus fracture is a break in the upper arm bone. They occur anywhere in the bone, from the neck of the humerus near the
Spinal Compression Fracture
A spinal compression fracture is a break in one of the vertebrae bones, caused by compression in the spine. They occur most frequently in the
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Rugby Injuries
Rugby injuries are common due to the physicality and contact nature of the sport. In most cases, the only protection a rugby player wears is
Netball Injuries
Netball injuries can be sudden onset acute injuries, for example, finger sprains and hand injuries. Or they may develop over time through overuse, especially to
Ultrasound Therapy
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.
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What is Interferential Therapy?
Interferential therapy is an advanced form of electrotherapy that uses two alternating medium-frequency currents. These currents are applied at the same time, and where they
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TENS (Electrical Nerve Stimulation)
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
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Midtarsal Joint Sprain
A midtarsal joint sprain is an injury to one or more of the ligaments holding the tarsal bones in the middle of the foot together.
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Overtraining Syndrome
Overtraining syndrome occurs when you are just doing too much. It is often caused by excessive high-intensity training with insufficient rest periods. This results in
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Scaphoid Fracture
A scaphoid fracture is a break in one of the small wrist bones, usually caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand. It is one
Jogger’s Nipple
Jogger’s nipple is in effect a friction burn. It is caused by constant rubbing or chafing of a T-shirt over the nipple. Jogger’s nipple symptoms