Strength Training is Essential as We Age
Helping to Manage Age-related Conditions and Degenerative Changes As we age, it’s normal to experience changes in strength, mobility, and balance. However, age-related change can be delayed, and one of the most effective ways to counteract it is through strength training. In this article, we examine why resistance exercise is essential for older adults, particularly in managing […]
Rotator Cuff Shoulder Pain
Understanding Rotator Cuff-Related Shoulder Pain Are you experiencing shoulder pain? Has anyone told you that it is a ROTER CUFF issue? The actual name is ROTATOR CUFF! Shoulder pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, and rotator cuff-related shoulder pain is a frequent cause of discomfort and limited function. The rotator cuff is […]
Do We Have a Hidden Star at Health on Grange Physiotherapy?
Wayne Dessaur, our principal Physiotherapist, has recently returned from a trip to the UK. You may not know this but Wayne was a professional Cricketer back in England prior to becoming a Physiotherapist. He was an opening right-handed batsman and played first-class cricket for the following: 1990 – 1994 – Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club 1994 […]
Achilles Tendinopathy: Everything You Need to Know
In this post, we’ll cover all the key points about Achilles tendinopathy, including its pathology, diagnosis, assessment, and management. Let’s dive in! What Is Achilles Tendinopathy? Achilles tendinopathy occurs when the collagen fibres in the Achilles tendon become disorganised. Imagine the tendon like a bundle of uncooked spaghetti, with each strand representing a collagen fibre […]
Evidence-Based Approach to Chronic Lower Back Pain: It’s More Than Just Your Spine
Chronic disabling low back pain is a significant issue, affecting both individuals and society, leading to substantial economic losses. Despite extensive research and significant investments, no definitive solution for chronic low back pain has been found, and the burden of this condition continues to grow. Many studies have predominantly focused on physical factors, such as […]
Finding Relief for Cervicobrachial Pain
Your Path to Recovery at Health on Grange Physiotherapy Do you feel a nagging pain in your neck that sometimes extends into your arm? Maybe it’s accompanied by a tingling sensation, numbness, or even a loss of strength. If these symptoms sound familiar, you may be one of the many individuals experiencing cervicobrachial pain, commonly […]
My back and legs are really painful!
“I need to sit down after walking for a while because of my leg pain” “I also have numbness, heaviness, weakness in my legs” “I have cramping in my calves at night” “If I walk with a shopping cart or walking frame, I feel much better” If this sounds like your story, you may have […]
Shoulder Instability: I cannot trust my shoulder
“I cannot trust my shoulder” “My shoulder feels unstable” “My shoulder was popped out and back by itself” “I can dislocate my shoulder by myself” “My shoulder clicks all the time” “My shoulder feels weak” “My shoulder is wobbly” “My shoulder fatigues really quickly” Have you experienced the symptoms above? Does it sound like your […]
Sports Injuries and Sports Physiotherapy
The body feels the repercussions from Sports at any level, you don’t have to be an elite athlete to need Sports Physiotherapy. Athletes and individuals who play sports regularly are more prone to develop sports injuries. Some of the common sports injuries are tennis elbow, ankle sprain, strain, fractures, herniated disc, knee injuries, Achilles tendonitis, […]
Cervical Headaches & Migraines
The diagnosis of cervical headache is frequently under-diagnosed. Many symptoms are similar to other classifications of headache such as tension headache, migraine, hormonal headache and even cluster headache. There may be clear dietary, environmental or hormonal triggers for the onset of the patient’s headache. However, it is common that these triggers are only active when […]