Cervicogenic Headaches
Cervicogenic headache is a secondary headache, which means that it is caused by another illness or physical issue. In the case of cervicogenic headache, the cause is a disorder of the cervical spine and its component bone, disc and/or soft tissue elements.
Scoliosis explained
Scoliosis is a common condition where the spine curves laterally loading up one to two aspects of the spine and causes muscles to shorten which can result in spasms. Julius explains about scoliosis, the cause, how to test for and the treatment involved with this type of condition.
Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome explained
A common condition we see at the clinic with people getting back into running or increasing training loads is Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome. This pain is a lateral knee pain caused from tightness through the ITB can cause all sorts of havoc for runners and cause muscle imbalances and joint dysfunctions throughout the body.
Patellofemoral Syndrome
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome is a common knee condition for those with muscle imbalances or malalignment of the knees. Julius has contributed a Myotherapy perspective on something we see every week.
ACL Injuries
Injury to the Anterior Cruciate Ligament is extremely common in sports which have a contact component or those that require quick changes in direction. If you're interested the ACL, how it is injured or what you can do to avoid injury, this is the post for you.
Ruptured Biceps Tendon
Bicep Tendon Ruptures are fairly common. This article describes who is more likely to experience a Bicep tendon rupture and how it might be managed.
Whiplash Explained
Whiplash is a common injury which can contribute to significant ongoing symptoms. Mark Gelo has created a great picture illustrating the issues with Whiplash from a Myotherapy perspective
Rotator Cuff Tears
Tears in the Rotator Cuff are a very common shoulder injury. Many of us have partial tears without evening knowing! Mark has created a great infographic to help illustrate what a cuff tear is and what to expect if you develop one.
Piriformis Syndrome
Piriformis Syndrome is a common condition that can give you similar symptoms to Sciatica. Kyle Michelle has written this handy condition profile to educate our patients about what it is and what can be done.
Attention Desk Workers!
Neck Pain, Headaches and Back Pain are all common injuries experienced by office workers. Read this post to learn about 'Upper Cross Syndrome' and what you can do to help manage it yourself.
Muscle Strains Explained
Muscle strains are a very common form of injury for those involved in exercise. This article helps to give you an idea of what to do following an injury. If you follow these steps, you will certainly make your physio happy when you come in for an assessment!
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition which can occur at any age and affect any joint in the body. Read this post if you'd like to learn more about this common condition.
Physiotherapy In Stroke
Stroke is Australia's second biggest killer, read on to learn about the facts of Stroke and what role Physiotherapy can play in rehabilitation.
What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Neck, shoulder, and arm pain are very common. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome is a compression of neuromuscular structures that supply the arm and may be involved in your symptoms.