What is Sciatica, and how can I treat sciatica? Sciatica is a term used to describe the symptoms of leg pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness. It is often felt in the low back and back of the leg. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body and originates from the spinal segments in […]
“Private Health insurance” means you pay money to a Private Health Insurance fund on a regular basis, and then they provide ‘rebates’ on specific services, so you only have to pay part of the total cost of the service. See list below of examples of Private Health Insurance Funds. In your Private Health Insurance, you […]
How to safely get back to running after groin pain. Groin pain is very common. If ignored or managed incorrectly it can lead to ongoing pain and increased time away from running or sport Groin pain may arise for many reasons and a combination of: Tight or strained...
Tendon pain can affect anyone, from the young, high level athlete to the elderly and can present throughout the body but is commonly found in the Achilles tendon - back of your heelPatella tendon - just below your knee capHamstring - most commonly just below its...
Why do my feet hurt more in summer? This could be your answer – A multitude of foot problems can appear in the warmer months
Welcome spring without injuring yourself. Gardening is a fantastic way of keeping active and caring for your body, mind and soul.
Many injuries we see in the clinic are partly due to people not moving enough on a regular basis. Perhaps they are sitting for long hours.
Staying Active With Arthritis What Does Arthritis Mean? It’s a name for a group of conditions affecting any joint in the body. These conditions cause damage to the joints, and symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling, redness or warmth in the joint. Arthritis can include: Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Gout Ankylosing spondylitis How will exercise help my […]
It seems cortisone injections are becoming more common, and more and more people are experiencing the benefits that you can get from one of these injections. Firstly, what is a cortisone injection? Cortisone is a corticosteroid injection, given directly into the joint or soft tissue that is causing pain. This medication is a powerful anti-inflammatory, […]