Category Archives: Client Education
Children’s Footwear
Many adult foot problems can have their origins in childhood, so attention to footwear in children can minimise the risk of these problems in adults. It is essential that children have their feet assessed on a regular basis & to … Continue reading
Work & School Bags
Poor choice or inappropriate use of a work or school bag, can lead to back, neck, headache & shoulder pain. In children especially, this can put them at risk of permanent spinal damage. When choosing a good school or work … Continue reading
Tips for Driving in the Holidays
With trips to the snow or beach a popular holiday choice, it is likely that many of you will be stuck in your car or even on planes travelling long distances. Unfortunately, this is not good news for your lower … Continue reading
Corns and Callus
Our feet play an important role in getting us around. When we walk or stand, our feet carry the burden of our body weight, as well as bearing the various pressures of movement & the constraints of footwear. Sometimes, pressure … Continue reading
Exercise & your Mental Health
Do you have a history of depression or anxiety? Are the winter blues getting you down? Believe it or not, dusting off your runners and getting active – even in this cold weather – can have huge benefits on your … Continue reading
Acute Wry Necks
Wry necks can be very debilitating & untreated can even restrict you to bed for a day or two. An acute wry neck is the sudden onset of severe neck pain accompanies by spasm of neck muscles which can cause … Continue reading
Clear X-Ray doesn’t equal no problem!!
X-Rays are commonly used to assist in the diagnosis of musculoskeletal pain. They are the fastest, cheapest and most accessible imaging tool available, & can be useful in checking for fractures, osteoarthritis & severe osteoporosis, & for advanced forms of … Continue reading
Acute Knee Injuries
Whether you play sport socially, professionally or not at all, a knee injury can put you out of action. An acute knee injury usually results from a sudden trauma. This may be anything from an awkward fall or collision to … Continue reading
Have you noticed your balance isn’t quite what it used to be?
Here is a quick way to assess your balance at home. Making sure you have a bench or stable surface next to you, try standing on one leg with your knee slightly bent – no holding on! How wobbly were … Continue reading
Acute Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are a very common injury in most weight-bearing sports & in other recreational activities. They also have a high rate of recurrence. Lateral ligament injuries are the most common injuries occurring in the ankle, largely due to the … Continue reading
