High Ankle Sprain (Syndesmosis)
A high ankle sprain is a specific type of ankle sprain that occurs between the Shin bone (Tibia) and the Splint bone (Fibula). Although a normal ankle sprain usually occurring [...]
Top 10 Injuries seen by a Sports Therapist
10 Most Popular Injuries Assessed & Treated by our Sports Therapist in the Last 8 Weeks 1. Tennis/Golfer's elbow (lateral/medial epicondylitis) 2. Achilles Tendonitis 3. MCL strain 4. Groin strain 5. [...]
Trigger Points
What are Trigger Points? Trigger points are known to be palpable ‘knots’ or ‘taut bands of tissue’ within a muscle that may develop from overuse or injury. They may be [...]
Patello-Femoral Joint Syndrome & Anterior Knee Pain
Anterior knee pain is a common condition affecting the area between the knee-cap (patella) and thigh bone (femur) causing a condition known as ‘Patello-Femoral Joint Syndrome’. The condition may also [...]
Muscle Contusions & Dead Legs
Dead-legs are common in contact sports where there is sudden direct trauma to the muscle. A dead-leg is a muscle contusion whereby there is a direct disruption and inflammation of [...]
Pes Anserine Bursitis
The ‘Pes-Anserine Bursa’ lies between the upper medial aspect of the tibial bone and the insertion of three tendons close to the medial collateral ligament insertion on the inside of [...]
Peroneal Strain & Tendonitis
The ‘Peroneal Muscles’ are located on the outer aspect of the lower leg and originate from the upper part of the fibula bone. The associated tendons connect the lower part [...]
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome is a painful foot condition that occurs following entrapment of the ‘Posterior Tibial Nerve’ leading to neuropathy symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome [...]
Intermittant Claudication
Many people suffer from intermittent leg pain and cramping with activities such as walking, climbing stairs or standing for prolonged periods. There are many different causes and contributing factors that [...]
Wrist Sprain
Wrist sprains are a common injury that may take place with accidents during various activities in everyday life. A wrist sprain is defined as a soft tissue injury following a [...]
Leg Length Difference & Secondary Effects
Some people have a leg length difference (LLD) that they are normally unaware of unless informed of by a skilled professional. Remarkably, a LLD is quite common amongst the general [...]
Golfer’s Elbow Medial Epicondylitis
‘Golfer’s Elbow’ (Medial Epicondylitis) is similar to its counterpart - ‘Tennis Elbow’, but the main difference is the location of the pain and the activities that cause and provoke the [...]
Ankle Sprain
Ankle sprains are everyday occurrences that commonly take place in sports or other leisure and recreational activities. The ankle joint is supported by medial and lateral ligaments (inner & outer [...]
Tennis Elbow Lateral Epicondylitis
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a condition that affects the wrist extensor tendons on the outside of the elbow normally associated with either overuse (repetitive strain injury) or direct trauma. [...]
ACL Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main intra-articular ligaments within the knee joint that provides stability and support to the knee. It is attached to the base [...]
Fat Pad Inflammation – Hoffa’s Syndrome
Within the knee joint and behind the patella tendon lies a fat pad. It is located just below the patella (knee-cap) and can often become pinched and irritated leading to [...]
Foot Tendon Injuries
The foot extensor tendons are located on the top of the foot and the flexor tendons are located underneath the foot. Both sets of tendons are commonly associated with [...]
Compartment Syndrome
Compartment syndrome is a condition that involves increased pressure within a muscle compartment of the lower leg. Thick layers of tissue (fascia) separate groups of muscles in the legs. Within [...]
Sinus Tarsi Syndrome
Sinus Tarsi Syndrome is a condition in which pain and inflammation is present on the outside of the ankle between the talus and calcaneal bone. These symptoms normally involve fluid [...]
Shin Splints Tibialis Posterior Syndrome
The tibialis posterior muscle & tendon complex runs down the inside of the lower leg and attaches to the medial side of the foot. The tibialis posterior muscle & tendon [...]
Plantar Fasciitis
The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that stretches from the heel bone (calcaneus) to the bottom of the toes which contributes to the supporting arch of the [...]
Osteitis Pubis
Osteitis Pubis is a non-infectious inflammation of the pubis symphysis; the front lower region of the pelvis. The problem may occur as an inflammatory process in individuals when the pelvis [...]
Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s neuroma is a nerve related injury affecting the foot and it is a condition affecting one of the plantar nerves that travels between the metatarsal bones in the foot. [...]