What is Tendinopathy and How is it Treated?
Tendinopathy is an umbrella term used to describe a range of chronic tendon injuries such as tendinitis, tendinosis and tenosynovitis. In recent years, tendon injuries have started to be called tendinopathy.
Iliopsoas strain (Hip Flexor) Causes and Symptoms
The two main muscles in this group are iliopsoas and rectus femoris. The hip flexor muscles are connected from the pelvis, lower back and groin area to the femur bone.
Common Physical Problems from Sitting at a Desk
Recently is has become a well-known idea that sitting for long periods at work can have a negative effect on our health and well-being. With many jobs in the work place based at a desk this is becoming more prevalent.
Are first time mothers getting older?
the trend toward older parenthood is looking like it’s set to continue due to the myriad of societal pressures we are under. There are more risks involved with pregnancy and birth as maternal age rises.
Activities to Avoid After Hip Replacement Surgery
Rehabilitation post hip replacement surgery begins straight after the surgery, with hospital physiotherapists encouraging you to do some bed exercises to help get you back on your feet as soon as possible.
Hip Flexor Strain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
The hip flexor muscles are connected from the pelvis, lower back and groin area to the femur bone. Their job is to move the femur bone upwards toward your chest, flexing the hip joint.
Pilates and Hip Pain - How it helps
Joint pain and Pilates go hand in hand because one of the biggest benefits of this exercise is the ability for it to strengthen muscles and increase joint mobility.
Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Following a Hip Replacement
Rehabilitation following hip replacement involves getting the movement back in the hip, strengthening the muscles around the hip joint and re-educating walking pattern.