Many people are confused about the definitions of nerve pain, and we don’t blame you. It can be confusing! This blog is meant to clear up some of that confusion. Below are some basic definitions: Radicular pain = pain caused by a problem at the nerve rootRadiculopathy = weakness, numbness (loss of function) caused by a problem […]
By Dr. Grishma Kamble, MSK Senior Physiotherapist, Hayward The management of lower limb injuries demands a precise understanding of biomechanics to address underlying dysfunctions effectively. In musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy, biomechanics serves as the foundation for diagnosing movement impairments, designing targeted interventions, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Biomechanics and Lower Limb Pathology. Biomechanics encompasses the analysis
Following a total knee replacement the first 6-8 weeks are key in helping your body to heal and get back to function. It can be a daunting experience being discharged from hospital with a booklet full of information and exercises as well as a new knee to get used to. Some of the exercises may
How Physiotherapy Can Help You Get Back on Track. “You don’t have to play tennis to be diagnosed with tennis elbow” What are the symptoms of Tennis Elbow?Tennis elbow, despite its name, doesn’t just affect Tennis players, it can happen to anyone who uses their arms for a pet tasks. From typing at a desk
…the do’s and don’t for your spring marathon:
This Blog is written by our Senior Physio, Tobias about the do’s and don’t of training for a marathon.
Most mechanical back pain tends to improve on its own within about six weeks if you follow the self-help strategies below. However, if you are concerned about your back pain and want us to check it and reassure you, we are here for you. If everything is good, we can give you advice to reduce the chance of reoccurrence, manual therapy, including mobilisation and massage, to help speed recovery and bespoke exercise programmes for any problems and imbalances that we find.
In the world of physiotherapy dry needling or medical acupuncture has been used to assist patients in their healing. Karl Bevan, has integrated this technique into his treatment approach, offering a unique blend of traditional and modern methods to assist patients in their healing journey.
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Separating the Wheat From the Chaff: 5 Evidence-Based Dietary Tips to Share With Your Patients Naveed Saleh, MD, MS August 09, 2018 Counseling patients on healthy dietary patterns is challenging. So much information abounds that it can be hard to separate the wheat from the chaff. According to Isabel Maples, MEd, RDN, a spokesperson for the Academy
