Stress fracture in foot
Our Physio team answer your questions: “I recently began jogging every morning and have just been diagnosed with a stress fracture in my foot. How did it develop and how long should I stay off it?”
Foam Rolling – What is it? Why do it? How is it different from stretching? And how do I get started?
Foam rolling is a form of self-massage that aims to address muscle hypertonicity, tension, and trigger points. Read more for WHAT it is, WHY we do it, HOW to use it + the DO’s & DONT’s!
Beyond the Impact: A Physiotherapists guide to concussion care and management
Concussions are a common, but often misunderstood injury, requiring careful management for optimal recovery. Physiotherapists play a crucial role in this process, aiding the identification, early management, rehabilitation, and safe return to sport for individuals that have sustained a concussion.
Plantar Fasciitis: Pain under the foot
“I have been experiencing pain in my heel when I first wake up in the morning. The pain lasts for the first few steps in the morning and by the time I make it to the kitchen it’s gone. I also noticed that when I start moving after a period of prolonged sitting the pain comes back. What is happening, and why does my heel hurt after not doing anything?”
What is Trochanteric Bursitis?
Question: I have recently been experiencing pain in the side of my hip since starting to exercise more again. I can’t lie on either side at night and it hurts when I try to run or stand for too long, or if I try to hold my 2-year-old son on my hip. It even hurts after resting when I get up from sitting at my desk for long periods of time. My Doctor says I have ‘Trochanteric Bursitis’ - how do I fix it?