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Overcoming shin splints
The term "shin splints" refers to pain along the inner side of the shinbone or tibia. It is an injury that is seen frequently in runners, however, anyone who is active can be subjected to this painful condition. The term...
Read moreFrozen shoulder home program tips
Frozen shoulder or adhesive capsulitis is a painful condition that can take months or even years to resolve. Therefore, after you are discharged from physiotherapy, you will be given a home exercise program to follow. You should be careful to...
Read moreWeight-related knee problems
A popular rule of thumb is that every kilo of weight loss is equivalent to four fewer kilos of pressure on a knee afflicted with joint osteoarthritis. For obese people, in particular, this can make a world of difference for...
Read moreStrengthening exercises
Athletes regularly perform exercises to maintain or improve strength. However, they are not the only ones who can benefit from strengthening exercises. If you are recovering from surgery or prolonged illness, from muscle strain, ligament sprain or another type of...
Read moreJoint mobilisation
Joint mobilisation is a “hands-on” physiotherapy technique commonly used in a clinical setting to improve the range of movement of a joint to lessen stiffness and pain. The technique involves small movements performed by the physiotherapist in an oscillating manner...
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