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Key Point Pregnancy is safe and healthy to do in low-risk and uncomplicated pregnancies, if you have a high risk-pregnancy it is important to get clearance from your Obstetrician prior to starting a new exercise program.   30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise on most days is what we aim for.     Why should… Continue reading Exercise in Pregnancy

Do knee braces cause muscle wasting? It’s often stated that knee braces can cause muscle wasting, if used for too long. However, there has been very little research into this. A study by Callaghan et al. (2016) assessed 108 patients using braces for osteoarthritis of the patella-femoral joint (knee cap). They found that the maximum… Continue reading Knee Braces

How many bones are there in the knee?   There are four major bones in the knee, including:   the femur the tibia the fibula the patella   But did you know about the fabella!  The fabella is a tiny bone that sits in the back of the knee in about 10-30% of humans.  It’s… Continue reading Things you didn’t know about knees!

What does a Morton’s Neuroma feel like?   Does it feel like there is a ball squashed up between your toes when there isn’t? A pebble under the ball of your foot? Tingling or numbness in the toes?  All these signs and symptoms may be linked to irritation of a nerve in your foot, officially… Continue reading Pain in the foot? Could it be a Morton’s Neuroma?

What is the pelvic floor? A deep layer of muscle which attaches from the pubic bone to the tailbone and forms a sling/hammock that provides support for the bladder and bowel. Imagine the pelvic floor as a muscular elastic trampoline that moves up and down in a dome like shape as we contract and relax… Continue reading The Pelvic Floor

A good pillow is just as important as a comfortable bed for getting a good night’s sleep …. How do I choose a pillow? Choosing the right pillow is as individual as you. Things to consider when choosing a pillow are your size, shape and the position you sleep in. From here you want to find a pillow… Continue reading How do I choose a pillow?

What does PRICE stand for? The acronym PRICE (Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) has long been central to the acute management of soft-tissue injuries despite any significant high-quality evidence to support the different components or collaborative approach. Recent literatures have advocated the use of loading in the management of musculoskeletal disorders. Bleakley et al (2012)… Continue reading PRICE needs updating, should we call the POLICE?

What is Runner’s Knee and how do I treat it?   The most common type of knee problem is pain that occurs around the front of the knee or knee cap, also called the patella. This pain is often referred to as Runner’s Knee, which we call a “bucket” diagnosis because it includes several different… Continue reading Runner’s Knee

Recently we have been hearing about shoulder injuries worldwide, and it has got us thinking about the role of the shoulder in cricket. With less than three months to go before the ICC 2019 Cricket World Cup, many players are experiencing upper limb niggles and are undergoing rehabilitation exercises to get tournament ready. In regards… Continue reading Shoulder Pain in Cricket

Why is it important to use clinical exercise prescription for the rehabilitation and prevention of shoulder injuries? Exercise prescription is paramount to ensure successful rehabilitation and prevention of all shoulder injuries. Attending clinical rehabilitation exercise classes (incorporating clinical Pilates equipment with Pilates, functional strength and conditioning principles), is an excellent way to improve stabilisation of… Continue reading Shoulder rehabilitation using clinical rehabilitation small group classes.

What are muscle slings? The human body is truly an amazing machine! Muscles slings are the connection between muscles and when the muscles then activate together they can enhance the stability of your body. When we injure our self, we can often create a dysfunction not just in the local area of injury but over… Continue reading The sling systems of the body and functional movements

Why should I stay motivated to exercise this winter? The summer months are coming to an end, and soon winter will be on its way. This means it’s time to start goal setting to ensure maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle in the upcoming months. Even when it’s cold and dark, exercising is really important… Continue reading How do I keep fit and healthy this winter?

What is my core? A group of muscles which help to strengthen and stabilise the core. There are three muscles that make up your deep core, these are the Transverse Abdominis, the pelvic floor and Multifidus. The transverse abdominis (TrA) is the deepest layer of your core and plays an extremely important role in postural… Continue reading Engaging Transverse Abdominals

It is very important for runners to have a strong core for a variety of reasons. As we know, our core is the foundation of our body, which supports the movement of our arms and legs provided it is functioning efficiently to do so. If our core is unable to provide the stability for our… Continue reading Why is it important for runners to have good core strength?

What is Gout? Short answer: very painful joints! (Most commonly the big toe but also joints such as the ankle, elbow, wrist, shoulder and knees).   Gout is the very acute build up of uric acid in the joint which causes inflammation and arthritic pain. Uric acid is often broken down by the kidney and… Continue reading What is Gout and is it causing my joint pain?