In this video, Michael Tricarico from Hoppers Physiotherapy explains the causes of plantar fasciitis and how physiotherapy and exercises can help address the underlying issues. If you're experiencing foot pain, contact our clinic at (03) 9749 5110 or book an appointment online.
In this video, Michael Tricarico from Hoppers Physiotherapy demonstrates how to perform an external rotation exercise. If you are experiencing pain, contact our clinic at (03) 9749 5110 or book an appointment online
Slow or weak stream? Difficulty getting the flow started or a sensation of incomplete bladder emptying? Sleep disrupted due to frequent night toilet visits? Pain during or after weeing? These are all signs of bladder dysfunction, and for men, the culprit may well be the prostate. The small walnut sized gland produces fluids that protect and feed sperm cells. It sits below the bladder, around the urethra (the tube from your bladder) and near the rectum. Prostate health is something…
What is Tennis Elbow? Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a condition that is characterised by pain in the outer aspects of the elbow. The injury typically comes about from overusing the elbow and wrist in activities that requires repetitive gripping or straightening of the wrist. Contrary to popular belief tennis elbow is more of a degenerative injury rather than and inflammatory injury. This indicates that using anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen or cortisone injections may not be…
ROTATOR CUFF INJURIES The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles called supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis and teres minor that stabilise the shoulder joint for everyday movement. Unfortunately, because the shoulder joint has such a wide range of motion theses muscles are highly prone to injury. This can range from mild inflammation to a more aggressive tendinopathy or from a mild strain to a complete tear of the rotator cuff tendons. Causes of Rotator Cuff Injuries Repetitive movement: particularly for…
What is Paediatric Physiotherapy? Many people often wonder what Paediatric Physiotherapy is and what it involves. First and foremost, paediatric physiotherapy is physiotherapy for all children between 0 and 18 years. Additionally, here at Hoppers Physio/Western Paediatric Physiotherapy, our Paediatric Physiotherapists will also see children through transitional care into adult services and continue seeing adults with chronic and complex conditions. What kind of conditions do Paediatric Physiotherapists see? Torticollis and Plagiocephaly Developmental delay Motor coordination challenges Hypermobility Hypomobility Low muscle…
Are you often feeling like your ankles are going to give way? Is this especially common when you’re walking on uneven surfaces or changing directions suddenly? Have you experienced many ankle sprains in the past? Have you been experiencing this for many months or even years? You may be experiencing chronic ankle instability. What is Chronic Ankle Instability? Chronic ankle instability refers to a frequent recurrence of the ankle “giving way”, usually in the lateral or outer direction. This most…
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 of the wrist and elbow. They will also experience pain when loading their wrists, for example, when leaning on them or doing push-ups. How does…
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 body by sending sensory signals to the spine and brain. This lets us know when something is hot or cold, sharp or soft, or painful…
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 load outside of normal (i.e. Doing extra gym/new sport/hiking) What can physio do for you? There are many factors that can contribute to patellofemoral pain,…