Sports Massage
Sports massage is an in important part of treating and preventing soft tissue sports injuries. Here we demonstrate simple sports massage techniques and explain the
Rotator Cuff Exercises
Rotator cuff exercises are essential for recovering from a shoulder injury and restoring full function. Whether you have a rotator cuff strain or tear, the
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Rotator Cuff Tear
A rotator cuff tear is a common cause of shoulder pain, particularly in athletes involved in throwing or overhead sports. Injuries range from mild strains
Dehydration & Sports Performance
Dehydration is excessive loss of water from the body. This can happen for numerous reasons but in sports, failure to take on sufficient fluids will
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Posterior Thigh Pain (Back)
Pain at the back of the thigh is known as posterior thigh pain. Causes include Hamstring strain, Cramp, Contusions and Hamstring tendonitis. Posterior thigh pain
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT is a blood clot in a vein. It is most common in the calf muscle area, particularly following surgery and
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Cramp in the Calf Muscles
A calf cramp is a sudden, involuntary contraction of the calf muscles. It can be extremely painful and may last from a few seconds to
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Contusion of the Lower Leg (Shin & Calf)
A calf contusion, sometimes called a dead leg, occurs when a direct blow to the calf muscle causes bleeding and damage within the muscle tissue.
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Anterior Ankle Pain (Front)
Pain at the front of the ankle is known as anterior ankle pain. Sudden onset (acute) injuries include ankle impingement and high ankle sprains. A
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Costochondritis (Tietze’s Syndrome)
Costochondritis or Tietze’s syndrome is a painful condition occurring at the joints between the ribs and the sternum (breastbone). Here we explain the symptoms, causes
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Scoliosis
Scoliosis is an S-shaped or C shaped curve in the spine. You can be born with it, or it can develop over time. It can
Bunion taping
A bunion is a painful swelling in the forefoot, specifically at the base of the big toe. Here we demonstrate a simple sports taping technique
Peroneus Brevis Injury Rehabilitation
Our peroneus brevis injury rehabilitation program is based on four stages. The first priority is to reduce pain and inflammation. Then when pain allows improve
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Anterior Compartment Syndrome
Anterior compartment syndrome (anterior shin splints) occurs when the big muscle on the outside front of the shin becomes too big for the sheath that
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Tibial Stress Fracture
A tibial stress fracture is a hairline fracture of the tibia bone. It is caused by overuse or repetitive stress. Symptoms Tibial stress fracture symptoms
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