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Medial Ankle Impingement Syndrome
By Hoppers Physio Exercises, Injury, Physio, Shin splints

Runners guide to shin splints and stress fractures

Just started training for your first marathon or joined a run club and now you're experiencing shin pain while running? Welcome to the club. Shin splints are one of the most common and frustrating running injuries. However, not all shin pain is the same. That “I'll run it off” discomfort could actually be the early signs of a tibial stress fracture that needs immediate care. At Hoppers Physiotherapy, we regularly see runners and athletes who wish they'd spotted the difference…

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By Hoppers Physio Exercises, Hip pain, Injury, Osteoarthritis, Therapy

Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI)

Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a structural condition of the hip that can cause pain and discomfort. In a normal hip joint, the ball-shaped head of the thigh bone (femur) glides smoothly within the socket of the pelvis (acetabulum). With FAI, there is an irregularity in either the shape of the ball or the socket aspect of the joint, resulting in friction and discomfort during specific movements. 3 types of femoroacetabular impingement There are three main types of femoroacetabular impingement: Cam…

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By Hoppers Physio Lymphoedema, Physio

Early Detection of Lymphoedema 

Early detection of lymphoedema after cancer surgery is one of the most important factors in preventing long-term complications and improving quality of life. Despite this, it is often under-recognised or only identified once visible swelling occurs, by which stage it can become harder to manage effectively. What is lymphoedema? Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that occurs when the lymphatic system is unable to adequately drain lymph fluid, leading to a build-up of fluid in the tissues. It commonly develops following…

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achilles tendon Syndesmosis
By Hoppers Physio Ankle pain, Injury, Physio, pilates, Sporting, Therapy

Syndesmosis

When most people think of an ankle sprain, they picture a fairly minor injury that will settle with a bit of rest and time. But a syndesmosis injury — often called a high ankle sprain — is quite different. It is a more significant problem that can affect stability, recovery, and return to activity, which is why it deserves proper attention from the outset. What is Syndesmosis? The syndesmosis is a group of strong ligaments that hold the two lower…

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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
By Hoppers Physio shockwave, Therapy

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)

Persistent pain from tendon or soft tissue injuries can be frustrating, especially when symptoms don’t improve with rest or standard treatment. At Hoppers Physio, we offer Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) as an evidence-based option to help stimulate healing in stubborn or chronic injuries and support your recovery. What is Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)? ESWT is a non-invasive treatment that delivers high-pressure acoustic waves directly to injured tissue. These waves target structures at a precise depth of 3–6 cm, allowing treatment…

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lumbar disc pain hoppers physio
By Hoppers Physio Physio, Uncategorized

Lumbar Disc Pathology

The lumbar disc acts as a shock absorber in our lower back and as a result, is subject to trauma. 80% of us at some point in our life will suffer from low back pain. When the lumbar disc is implicated, it often bulges and pushes on nerves which elicits pain and disability. Disc injury can be categorised according to its severity by the following terminology: Bulge - A mild distortion of the disc without disruption Protrusion - A moderate…

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By Hoppers Physio Informative Videos, Physio, Sporting, Therapy, ViMove

ViMove Technology

In this video, Michael Tricarico from Hoppers Physiotherapy discusses ViMove Technology and how it can help assess whether an athlete can return to the sport safely. The ViMove sensors can also be used for real-time feedback and training in order to assist in rehabilitation and measurement efforts. If you experienced an injury and would like treatment to get back to the activities that you enjoy, please contact our clinic on (03) 9749 5110 or book an appointment online  https://youtu.be/lW81emyS9P8

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