As we age, maintaining independence, mobility, and overall health becomes increasingly important. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 4 older adults falls each year, and these falls can have serious consequences, including injury, disability, and even death. The good news is that through a combination of strength, balance, and proprioception exercises, as well as other strategies, falls are largely preventable.
Creatine is essential for rapid energy production in the muscle cells. It is a compound created by three amino acids and is naturally found in muscle cells and the brain. Half of your body’s supply of creatine comes from your diet, especially from red meat, seafood, and animal milk. The other half is naturally produced by the liver, pancreas, and kidneys.
A hip replacement, also known as a hip arthroplasty. Is a procedure where damaged bone, comprising the joint is removed and replaced with prosthetic components. In a total hip replacement, the head of the femur is replaced with a prosthetic head attached to a shaft. And the joint surface of the acetabulum is covered with a synthetic liner. It is a surgery with very high success rates with 95% of patients experiencing significant pain relief after surgery when combined with effective total hip replacement physio. It is estimated that 58% of total hip replacements last 25 years.
Neck pain is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, and Sydney is no exception. Nowadays, with an increasingly fast-paced lifestyle, long working hours, and reliance on technology contributing to extended periods of poor posture, neck pain has become an increasing concern. The incidence of neck pain disease is estimated at about 71% and is affecting increasingly younger people.
Sciatica is the term used to describe pain that follows the path of the Sciatic nerve. Shockwave therapy for sciatica is one treatment approach for helping manage this pain. Pain is often increased by bending forwards and twisting. It is a common misconception that all radicular pain in the lower limbs is classified as Sciatica. The Sciatic nerve is formed by nerve roots from L4 through to S2 which originate in the lower back, and it is the largest nerve in the body; in some people it can be up to 2cm in diameter.
Chronic pain, also known as persistent pain, refers to pain that lasts for more than 3 months and is felt on most days of the week. It can be either widespread or confined to a specific area of the body. And may occur intermittently or be present constantly.
When pain becomes chronic, it can be considered more as a “disease” rather than a helpful survival mechanism. This is in contrast to acute (short-term) pain.
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) is a condition caused by insufficient caloric intake relative to energy expenditure. It occurs when the body does not receive enough fuel to meet its energy demands. Often affecting athletes who overtrain without adequate nutrition. This imbalance disrupts physiological functions and can lead to various health complications in both men and women.
Spectrum disorders encompass a range of conditions with a wide range of symptoms and varying levels of severity. Hypermobility spectrum disorders are connective tissue disorders that result in joints being excessively flexible. Hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD) was previously referred to as hypermobility syndrome.
Sever’s disease is a condition where the growth plate at the back of the heel bone becomes inflamed in growing children. Also known as Calcaneal Apophysitis, Sever’s is a temporary disorder that occurs in children, primarily when they are experiencing a growth spurt.
A slant board is a simple yet highly effective tool that has rapidly risen in popularity for its ability to assist with strengthening, stretching and stability during exercise and rehabilitation.