by Kat | May 17, 2022 | Blog
The Rotator Cuff (RC) is comprised of 4 muscles and their tendons: Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Subscapularis and Teres Minor. The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the entire body making it easily susceptible to injury. Therefore, it requires a high degree of...
by Kat | Feb 23, 2022 | Blog
The medial and lateral menisci are two C-shaped fibrocartilaginous structures located on the top of the tibia. They act as a shock absorber, stabiliser and are an attachment site for tendons, muscles and ligaments. Meniscal tears can be: Acute: A result of...
by Kat | Feb 22, 2022 | Blog
Plantar fasciopathy (PF) is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes (plantar fascia). Signs and Symptoms Pain with first steps in...
by Kat | Jan 13, 2022 | Blog
Anatomy The calf muscles comprise of the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles. The gastrocnemius is one of the main plantar flexors of the ankle. It is comprised of two muscle bellies, with the medial head having a mechanical advantage. It is therefore able to generate...
by Kat | Nov 30, 2021 | Blog
The glenohumeral or shoulder joint is the most commonly dislocated joint in the body accounting for 50% of all major joint dislocations and unfortunately, shoulder dislocations make up the majority of traumatic sporting injuries. But why does it dislocate so easily...
by Kat | Nov 1, 2021 | Blog
Are you experiencing Pain in the inside of your elbow? Does it hurt when you grip, squeeze, try to open jars or do manual work? You might have what’s commonly known as Golffer’s elbow, even if you’ve never played golf before in your life! What is Golfer’s Elbow?...
