Jaw pain – Temporomandibular joint dysfunction and physiotherapy
Many people have jaw pain, also called TMJ pain, and/or clicking but they often don't know where to turn for help in alleviating it. Many physiotherapists do not have adequate training in dealing with jaw pain and a multidisciplinary approach is needed to deal with possible structural problems in the teeth or jaw (orthodontist and [...]
Hip replacement rehabilitation
Hip replacements help people with painful, degenerated hip joints to regain the ability to walk and regain independence. The surgery is only the first part of the process and what happens in their rehabilitation is just as important. One thing that impedes recovery is the restriction of certain hip movements to help prevent a dislocation [...]
Standing desks and spinal pain
Standing desks are becoming more popular in workplaces but are they a good idea for everyone? The quick answer is it depends on the individual's preferences, their work tasks and environment. Some clients who have back pain may benefit from standing for part of the day but a full assessment by a physiotherapist is needed [...]
Golf swing mechanics
An interesting, relatively simple article about correct golf swing mechanics. Too much movement in the lower back rather than the hips and thorax and you can get problems with lower back pain and need to see a physiotherapist. Getting lessons from a golf coach is always useful in conjunction with back or shoulder pain with golf. [...]
Heel pain and physiotherapy
People who stand for long periods during the working day are more likely to get heel pain and plantar fasciopathy (fasciitis). Other causes can be wearing heels, sudden changes in activity levels and unsupportive shoes while running or walking. Common treatments for heel pain are physiotherapy exercises and/or steroid injection. Physiotherapy can help plantar fasciopathy [...]
Poor posture and its affect on sporting ability
http://breakingmuscle.com/strength-conditioning/how-to-unlock-your-athletic-potential-through-good-posture An excellent article summarising how poor posture can affect your sporting performance through common problems such as muscle imbalances, weakness and tightness. Muscles shorten because they are weak, because you hold them in a shortened position for long periods of time or because they are having excessive constant loads placed on them that they [...]