A Comprehensive Guide To Triceps Tendinitis
Triceps tendinitis, also known as Posterior Tennis Elbow, is a common overuse injury that affects the triceps tendon, giving individuals elbow pain with pushing or while stabilising through that arm. It often occurs in athletes who participate in repetitive arm movements, such as weightlifting, tennis, or throwing sports, as well as general populations who repetitively push and pull or use heavy machinery. Symptoms Of…
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI): Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Management
In the digital age we currently live in, more and more of the population are working on computers, or working longer hours to survive the financial stress of the current property market. While technology has continued to evolve and has improved our lives in multiple ways, it has also brought about a new set of health challenges. One major challenge is Repetitive Strain Injury…
The Role Of Physiotherapy And Chiropractic Care For Back Pain
Back pain is a very common injury which affects the majority of the population, as a result of immobility in other regions of the body, or direct load on the area. Back pain can be caused by increased or repetitive work-loads, type of work, lifting technique, or poor self-management. Two largely recognised methods to deal with back pain are physiotherapy and chiropractic care. Both…
Dry Needling: An Effective Modality For Pain Relief & Recovery
When addressing different modalities to help with pain or dysfunction, physiotherapists and chiropractors regularly resort to using a dry needling modality as a very effective way to alleviate pain and promote recovery. Despite sounding intimidating to some people, this form of treatment is a safe and effective method when applied correctly. What Exactly Is Dry Needling? Dry needling involves the insertion of very thin…
Effective Interventions For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition of the hand, whereby an individual will experience numbness, tingling, and/or weakness down the palm side of the hand and into the fingers. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes compressed as it exits through the carpal bones of the wrist. This compression can result from…
Understanding Frozen Shoulder: Causes, Symptoms, and Physiotherapy & Chiropractic Solutions
Frozen shoulder, otherwise known as Adhesive Capsulitis, is a debilitating condition that can severely limit mobility and cause significant discomfort. Both conditions are characterised by stiffness, pain, and restricted movement in the affected joints, making daily activities challenging. However, here at Spinal and Sports Care, with the right understanding and approach, we can assist you with managing and alleviating the symptoms of this condition…
The Role of Pregnancy Pilates in Prenatal & Postnatal Physiotherapy: Supporting Expectant Mothers Safely
Pregnancy is a remarkable journey marked by profound physical and emotional changes. As expectant mothers navigate this transformative period, maintaining a healthy lifestyle becomes increasingly important—for both maternal well-being and the optimal development of the growing baby. In recent years, Pregnancy Pilates has gained recognition as a valuable form of exercise, offering tailored benefits that align with the unique needs of expectant mothers. Although, it…
Effective Strategies For Managing Scoliosis Pain
Scoliosis is characterised by an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine. While it affects the majority of the population to a minor degree, 2-3% of the population receive this diagnosis when their “Cobb angle” exceeds 10 degrees. As the angle increases, so does the severity of the scoliosis, leading to various challenges including pain and dysfunction that can significantly affect the quality of life. …
Lower Back Pain: Understanding & Treating Lumbar Arthritis
Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Whilst arthritis is typically understood as occurring in the joints of the knees and hands it also commonly targets the spine, leading to arthritis of the lower back, also known as Lumbar Arthritis. This condition can cause significant discomfort and can impact an individual’s quality of life. In this article we will help…
Ankle Sprains Unveiled: The Difference Between Inversion & Eversion
Ankle sprains are very common injuries which occur when the supporting ligaments of the ankle and foot are overstretched or torn. They are classified based on the direction of force that causes the injury, termed as inversion (rolling inward) and eversion (rolling outward) sprains. What Are Inversion Ankle Sprains? Inversion or lateral ankle sprains occur when the foot rolls inward, causing the outer ligaments…