Are you familiar with the sound of a popping joint? Joint popping occurs due to tribonucleation – the creation of a small space between bones. People view popping joints as a serious sign of unhealthy joints, some to the point of avoiding strenuous activity.
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It’s getting warmer, your feet are getting hot. And those rubber thongs are looking really good right about now. But you’ve been told by your podiatrist that they’re not good for your feet. I’d like to explain to you how thongs compare to other footwear and why they shouldn’t be your first choice this season. […]
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One third of people that are aged 65 years and over will have at least one fall or more annually! Falls are a huge burden on the health care system and physiotherapist play a crucial role in preventing falls in the elderly.
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Pain is the most common reason why people seek medical help. Within the healthcare system, pain remains a challenge to treat and still to this day is one of the most misunderstood areas in the literature. What is it? Pain is an unpleasant emotional and sensory experience associated with potential tissue damage. It is one […]
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It is a common question we get asked during Spring and Summer, and something that affects the general population. Why do my feet and ankles swell during the warmer weather? Swelling of the feet and ankles – or Heat Oedema, is swelling which is related to high temperatures. Although it happens in different areas of […]
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1. Start sensibly. If you haven’t done any physical activity in 6 months your exercise capacity is going to have decreased. A good way to start getting back into it without over-doing it is to start at 50% of what your were doing previously then progressing from there. If you have never exercised before it […]
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