Femoral Hernia
A Femoral hernia is the next most common type after Inguinal. They occur lower down into the top of the leg, are more common in
Inguinal hernia
An inguinal hernia occurs when part of the internal tissue which can be fat, muscle, or intestine bulge through a weakness in the overlying abdominal
First Aid For Ankle Injuries
All acute and chronic ankle injuries should be treated using the P.R.I.C.E. principles (protection, rest, ice, compression & elevation) as soon as possible after injury.
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Ankle Pain – When To See A Doctor
The majority of ankle injuries, especially the minor ones can be treated at home. However, if you have any of the following symptoms you should
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Osgood Schlatter Disease Taping
Taping for Osgood-Schlatter disease forms part of our full rehabilitation program and involves applying support around the patella tendon to provide pain relief and aid
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Patellar Tendon Taping & Bracing
Patellar tendon taping helps relieve symptoms of Patella Tendonitis, Osgood Schlatter disease, and Sinding-Larsen-Johansson Lesion. Taping is an alternative to using Patellar tendon straps, however,
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Training With Osgood Schlatter Disease
Do you suffer from Osgood-Schlatter disease? It doesn’t have to be the end of your sporting career, but you will need to change the way
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Ankle Pain
Acute ankle pain occurs suddenly and includes sprains, strains, and fractures. Chronic ankle injuries develop gradually over time, often through overuse. Acute ankle injuries (sprains,
Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s neuroma or Morton’s syndrome is a compressed nerve in your forefoot, causing pain between the third and fourth toes. Here we explain the symptoms,
Preventing Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenail (or onychocryptosis) occurs when your toenail grows into the sides of the nail. These can be extremely painful but usually avoidable. Here are
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First Aid For Knee Injures
First aid for knee injuries is about applying the PRICE principles (protection, rest, ice, compression & elevation). This should be applied to both acute (sudden
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Knee Pain – When To See A Doctor
The majority of knee injuries, especially minor ones can be treated at home. However, there are situations where you should seek professional medical advice. Medically
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PCL Sprain Taping
The aim of taping for a Posterior cruciate ligament injury or torn PCL is to support the knee. In particular, it should prevent the knee
LCL Sprain Taping
LCL sprain taping helps protect the lateral ligament following a lateral knee ligament sprain. It is used during treatment and rehabilitation phases, as well as
Iliotibial Band Syndrome Exercises
Both stretching and strengthening exercises are an important part of any ITB rehabilitation program. Exercises should be done regularly, at least twice a day, whilst
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