Muscle cramp: Just tight muscles, right?
It wouldn't be uncommon or unreasonable for people who feel muscle tightness, particularly at the back of the leg to perform stretches to...
Having a "healthy balance"
It's largely about proprioception! Proprioception- what’s that? Each time you get into the car to drive, your body is able to...
Soleus: The "weaker" of the calf muscles?
You'd be forgiven for thinking that the calf muscles, at the back of your leg below the knee, are comprised of 2 bell shaped muscles...
Breaststroke: Could it be bad for you?
You've been told by a medical professional that you need to exercise more. You always liked swimming. You cant stand the thought of...
Shoulders: "Complex" to treat? They don't need to be!
Why complicate an already complicated area of the body? The shoulder or Shoulder Complex to give it it's proper name, by definition is...
Tendinopathy: "Treat the doughnut, not the hole!"
So what does this actually mean? Our knowledge of treating tendinopathies has improved significantly over the past few years, largely...
I've got insoles but now my legs ache, why?
It's not uncommon for someone who has a reduced arch in their foot to have been given some form of orthotic (insole) to correct this, but...
Make your New Year's resolution work: Ask a physio to help!
It's that time of year again, where we all pledge "New Year, New Start" and a host of resolutions are made. Yet, I am sure it is...
The Truth About Anti-Inflammatories
You may be surprised to learn the percentage of people who consume Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) before a running event...
Online training apps, why you shouldn't use them!
If you're lacking the imagination and motivation to exercise regularly, then you may be forgiven for picking up your phone and...
