This blog is a comprehensive resource guide dedicated to discussion around common injuries and their management. Written by members of our experienced team at Sydney Physio Clinic. Topics are selected with our client base in mind. Intended to cover a range of relevant issues attending physio Sydney CBD practices.
Loading tendons through exercise is essential to align the collagen in the correct direction in the healing process. This allows adaptation of the tendons to increasing force and subsequently improves strength and elasticity of the tendons.
The sacroiliac joints are the connections between the pelvis with the sacrum at the base of the spine. They provide stability, act as a shock absorber for the spine and assist with load transfer between the spine and the lower extremities. Studies have shown that the sacroiliac joints can be a significant cause of biomechanical low back pain with an incidence as high as 27%. During pregnancy, due to the release of the hormone relaxin, the ligaments around the sacroiliac joints become looser to allow widening of the pelvis to facilitate delivery. Because of this, as well as increased lumbar lordosis, SI joint pain is common during pregnancy.
The CanDo Flex Bar is a versatile exercise tool that facilitates eccentric exercise of the forearm. It is a natural rubber bar designed for exercises that target the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow. It is lightweight and portable and is available in different resistance levels (red, green, blue) to accommodate various fitness levels and rehabilitation needs. Research shows that eccentric exercises are best for rehabilitation of tendinopathies of the elbow namely tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow.
Knee injuries commonly occur during sports, daily activities, or due to the natural wear and tear of life. When it comes to supporting the knee during recovery, an adjustable hinged knee brace can be a game-changer as it offers controlled support that can be adjusted as needed.
Have you ever been in the middle of a ‘long’ run and suddenly your legs become wobbly and feel as though they may buckle underneath you? Or maybe you have seen footage of athletes such as David Wyeth in the 2017 London Marathon struggling to make it over the line as his legs seemingly gave up and began to collapse beneath him. Another well-known example of this is when Great Britain triathlete Alastair Brownlee helped his brother Jonny over the finish line in the World Series Finale in Mexico in 2016 when he appeared to have lost control of his legs. Footage of this race shows his legs looking ‘rubbery’ and unstable in a typical example of jelly legs.
During periods of prolonged exercise, muscles may become dehydrated. And you may have a disturbance in the balance of minerals in your body leading to muscle cramps.
Low back pain has the highest prevalence of all musculoskeletal conditions and is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Most people experience low back pain at least once in their life and it can occur at any age. The good news is that out of all conditions, research shows that low back pain is the one which people experience the most benefit with rehabilitation.
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.