Hip Muscles
The hip muscles include pelvic and groin muscles. They are important for stabilising the body and for moving the legs. Here we explain the hip
Neck & Back Muscles
The main muscles of the back and spine are the rectus abdominus, internal and external obliques, quadratus lumborum, multifidus, sternocleidomastoid, and erector spinae. Although not strictly
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Shoulder Muscles
Shoulder muscles consist of muscles of the shoulder joint, as well as shoulder girdle muscles. The shoulder girdle muscles make the scapula (shoulder blade) move.
Shoulder Girdle Muscles
The Shoulder girdle muscles move the clavicle (collar bone) and the scapula (shoulder blade). These generally move together as a unit. The muscles of the
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Anterior Knee Pain (Front)
Anterior knee pain is pain at the front of the knee. Common causes include patellofemoral pain, Patella tendonitis, Osgood Schlatter disease, bursitis and tendon ruptures.
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Lower Leg Fractures
Lower leg fractures are acute, sudden–onset fractures and are normally caused by a direct impact, twisting, or trauma. Stress fractures develop more gradually over time
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Heel Pain
Common causes of heel pain include Plantar fasciitis, Bruised heel and Achilles bursitis. Here we outline the causes of pain at the back of the
Six Hot Tub Benefits
Hot tubs or Jacuzzis have physical and mental benefits which can improve overall health. They are accessible in most spas, gyms, and hotels but are
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10 Tips To Prevent Shin Splints
Here are our top 10 tips to prevent shin splints! Medial tibial stress syndrome, more widely known as shin splints, is the most common cause
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Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury (Torn PCL)
A torn PCL is a rupture (sprain) of the posterior cruciate ligament in the knee joint. One cause is an impact to the front of
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Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is either acute (sudden onset) or chronic (gradual onset), caused by overuse. Long-term shoulder pain is often related to overuse. Select the type
First Aid For Shoulder Injuries
All acute and chronic shoulder injuries should be treated using the P.R.I.C.E. therapy principles of protection, rest, ice, compression, and elevation. This should be applied at
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Preventing Cricket Injuries
Cricketers are becoming fitter and are able to put their bodies under more strain in the course of the game. Preventing Cricket injuries is increasingly
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Ear Pain & Ear Injuries
An overview of sports injuries affecting the ear or causing ear pain. Cauliflower Ear Cauliflower ear is also known as hematoma Auris. It is a
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