The iliotibial band is a long, thick, fibrous structure that runs down the outer thigh. It starts around the hip and attaches into the outer knee. When there is an imbalance of the gluteal muscles and tight anterior hip muscles (in particular the tensor fascia latae) this...
Piriformis is a muscle that is found in the buttock and plays an important role in hip movement and stability. It is also a very important area as the sciatic nerve sits very close by and can be irritated by a tight piriformis. Physiotherapists commonly see issues...
Knee pain in runners is an incredibly common complaint in physiotherapy clinics and can be caused by a wide range of problems. Physiotherapists are trained to assess the whole lower limb to establish the cause of pain and work out how to manage or resolve your...
Many people work at computers and many people work long hours. Long hours sat at a desk can cause a whole range of problems from back ache, neck ache, headaches and tennis elbow. Many of these issues can have a relatively simple solution. First and foremost, the...
Recurrent headaches are often a cause of worry for many people. Most headaches are caused by issues that are quite simple to resolve such as dehydration or too much screen time, but they can also be coming from areas such as your neck or jaw. Cervicogenic headaches...
Pain can be a normal reaction to an injury or illness. When your body heals, your pain usually stops. For some people, pain continues after its cause is gone. When is lasts for 3-6 months or more, it is called chronic pain. Chronic pain affects more individuals...
Until 1952, when the modern school backpack was designed, most children strapped their books together with leather straps to carry them to school. Perhaps some of you who are reading this remember those days. Thankfully, these days we are spoiled for choice when it comes to...
Posture varies greatly from person to person and changes throughout the day and with different activities. People are designed to move, therefore, the worst posture is the one you are in for too long! In todays environment, we can spend hours at a computer or staring at...
Full time experienced Physiotherapist required to join our busy friendly team. Accommodation is available in detached 18th Century Cottage.You will be experienced in a wide range of MSK conditions. Specialist treatments of sports injuries will be useful but not essential. Physiotherapists with confident...
Repetitive strain injuries or work related upper-limb disorder is pain in the muscles, tendons and nerves in the upper limb. RSI is usually caused by repetitive movements such as typing or using a mouse, poor posture or prolonged periods of time working at high-intensity without rest. Having...
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