ACL Injuries
The ACL is considered the primary stabiliser of the knee joint contributing to about 85% of knee stability (Grey et al, 2017). It has the role of limiting anterior translation of the tibia on the femur, optimising rotational stability of the knee joint and preventing...
Rotator Cuff Tears
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...
Meniscal Tears
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...
Plantar Fasciopathy
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...