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Ankle sprain
By Hoppers Physio Physio

Lateral Ankle Sprain

Ankle sprain - is one of the most common injuries that occur in sports. They are most prevalent in fast-change-of-direction sports such as footy, basketball and netball. These injuries most commonly occur when changing direction, landing from jumps, or even landing on an opponent's foot.   What are the ankle ligaments?  Ligaments are strong bands of connective tissue that connect bone to bone. Ligaments help support the ankle and provide stability during everyday tasks such as walking and running. The…

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Carpal Tunnel
By Hoppers Physio Physio

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is one of the most common causes of wrist pain. It can affect anyone at any age, with a slightly higher frequency seen in females and those over the age of 30. The risk of developing is increased for those with previous wrist injuries, inflammatory conditions or those who work or perform activities involving repeated movements at the wrist joint. These include typing, gripping tools, computer work or repetitive lifting. What are…

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Lymphoedema Management
By Hoppers Physio Physio

Lymphoedema Massage and Garments

What is Lymphoedema? Lymphoedema is a chronic condition. It causes swelling from excessive amounts of fluid in the body. While it usually affects the arms or legs, it may also involve the trunk, breast, head and neck, or genital area. The lymphatic system comprises a network of lymph nodes and vessels that transport fluid (lymph) from the tissues into the bloodstream.  When this system is impaired, it cannot efficiently drain this fluid, causing swelling. Components of Complex Physical Therapy (CPT)…

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Medial Ankle Impingement Syndrome
By Hoppers Physio Physio

Boney Stress Injuries

What can cause Boney Stress? Boney stress can be caused by a sudden increase in physical load such as beginning a new running program, sport or activity resulting in an overload/overuse injury. One type of overuse condition that is seen in physiotherapy clinics is bone overuse injuries. Two common types are:  Stress reaction: With a repeated overload of strenuous weight-bearing activities, along with inadequate recovery. This could lead to the bone having an inability to withstand the current demands being…

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By hoppers_admin Physio, Vertigo

What is Vestibular Rehabilitation?

Have you or someone you know experienced the feeling of dizziness before? It can be very unsettling.  Our experienced Hoppers Crossing Physiotherapists understand the uncertainty around this feeling of dizziness. We explain vestibular rehabilitation and what it involves in this article.  Firstly, the treatment of symptoms of dizziness, vertigo, motion sensitivity, balance and postural control issues that occur due to vestibular dysfunction could be a result of many things. Keep reading as we explain three common causes of dizziness or…

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Strength training
By Hoppers Physio Exercises, Physio

What is Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)?

What is Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)? Hip pain is widespread across all age groups throughout life, whether an elite athlete or someone in the general population. Many conditions may cause hip pain, such as femoroacetabular impingement (also known as FAI for short).  What is it? This is a condition where the ball and socket part of the hip joint cannot move around through range. This is due to the way the head of your femur (thigh bone) moves around the socket…

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achilles tendon
By hoppers_admin Physio

Achilles Tendon Rupture

An injury that isn’t common, but any social sport enthusiast should be aware of is an Achilles Tendon rupture. The Achilles tendon is a segment of connective tissue that helps join your calf muscle to the back of your heel bone. A rupture of this tendon typically happens in sport when taking off to sprint or jump forward, or can occur there is a direct hit to the tendon.  Here are some signs and symptoms of things you should look out for…

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Medial Ankle Impingement Syndrome
By hoppers_admin Physio

Medial Ankle Impingement Syndrome

Medial impingement syndrome develops due to the formation of a bony spur on the talar bone; and is characterized by a limited range of motion and pain when performing specific movements. The spur causes compression when the ankle is dorsi-flexed (backward bending of your foot).   The syndrome typically develops due to longstanding instability of the medial ankle, stress fractures of the foot, or repeated injury such as ankle sprains. Ankle impingement is commonly seen in running and jumping sports such as…

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By hoppers_admin Physio, Sporting

Tennis Elbow

Have you ever come home from a long day of working on the tools or at your desk and noticed that the outer part of your elbow is quite sore? If this is something you experience regularly, you may be experiencing a condition known as tennis elbow. But how can I have tennis elbow if I don't play tennis? The name derives from the condition's prevalence among people who play tennis, but it can affect anyone. It's usually caused by…

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By hoppers_admin News, Physio

Considerations with imaging

When someone has sustained an injury or is experiencing pain, it is pretty typical for a doctor or other health professional to refer this person for diagnostic imaging scans, such as X-ray, ultrasound, or MRI. Copies of imaging scans or reports are often given to patients. When received, these reports can be long and detailed, full of medical jargon and findings described as “a little smudgy.” What is the purpose of X-rays, ultrasounds, or MRIs? How can you get the…

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