What is it? Triangular Fibrocartilaginous Complex (TFCC) is a term used to describe a weight-bearing structure between the three hand bones—lunate, triquetrum, and head of ulna. Its role is to stabilise and support the wrist. People with TFCC injury often present with pain on the ulnar aspect of the wrist, with possible clicking on movements […]
You may have seen in the news that the Australian Institute of Sport, in collaboration with the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians, Sports Medicine Australia, and the Australian Physiotherapy Association, has released new concussion guidelines for youth and community sports. What is a concussion? Concussions can occur with any sport or physical activity […]
What is Clinical Pilates/Exercise? Clinical Pilates is a form of exercise and strengthening that uses Pilates equipment to address your rehab/injury/exercise goals. Qualified physiotherapists and other allied health professionals who have completed additional training in Pilates delivery alongside their qualifications run our Clinical Pilates sessions. What can Clinical Pilates/Exercise Help With? Clinical Pilates is not […]
Congratulations on starting your journey into motherhood! One often overlooked aspect after pregnancy is the 6-week postpartum checkup with a Women’s Health physiotherapist. Your baby has important doctor visits around this time, and it’s important, no matter your birth type (C-section or vaginal), to have a 6-week postpartum check-in! The importance of a 6-week postpartum […]
Are you experiencing numbness in your hands or feet? Or are you experiencing other strange sensations such as electricity, burning or pins and needles? There are many explanations for these symptoms, many of which involve irritation to the nerves that run through our body. Our nerves have an important role in relaying information throughout the […]
Patellofemoral Joint Pain Are you currently experiencing pain at the front of your knee? You may be experiencing patellofemoral joint pain. This is pain originating from where the kneecap meets the thigh bone. Signs and Symptoms This pain is typically experienced with: Squatting Lunges Going up/down Stairs Kneeling, Running Prolonged Sitting Increased activity […]
Slipped Upper Femoral Epiphysis (SUFE) Slipped Upper Femoral Epiphysis, otherwise known as SUFE, is a condition that requires immediate medical attention. It is a condition involving the hip joint whereby the growth plate in the femur (the big leg bone) slips out of position. We are unsure as to why this happens or what the […]
What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that limits the movement of the shoulder and can be painful. Frozen shoulder happens when the shoulder joint capsule comprised of connective tissues gets thickened and tightened. It is quite unclear why frozen shoulder happens to some people. However, there seems […]
What is Sciatica? Sciatica is a condition that involves compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, hence its name. This leads to sharp, aching or burning pains in the lower back that can travel down the back of the thigh and even past the knee following the path of the sciatic nerve. You may also […]
Osteoarthritis currently affects approximately 3.6 million Australians. Equally, approximately 2 million people live with some form of knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Furthermore, It is more common in females, people who are overweight and people suffering from a previous injury. It is a condition that leads to painful joints and surrounding tissues, difficulty moving and has […]