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The Difference Between A Sprain And A Strain

Sprains and Strains are common injuries that can happen to almost any body part. Some of the more common areas they can occur are the ankles, wrists, and knees.Sprain and Strain both mean the same thing…which is a pull or tear to the body part. However, a Sprain is when this pulling/tearing occurs in a ligament or joint …

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Did you know that weight training is beneficial for everyone?

Weight training is a type of strength or resistance training that improves an individual’s strength and endurance. Many people think this sort of exercise is only done in the gym but it can also be done at home.Why do I need to do weights training if I’m not a bodybuilder, you may ask? Well, weight …

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The Link Between Sleep and Muscle/Joint Pains

Although many of us can struggle with sleep from time to time, were you aware that poor sleep is positively associated with an increased likeliness of muscle pain?The modern way of life with consistent stress related to work, finance, social issues, and an “increasing use of smartphones” may be contributing to increased health problems via sleep-related problems.Sleep-related problems include …

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Why Do Physios Prescribe Exercises?

There are 2 types of treatment when you come to see a physiotherapist!The first is Passive Intervention which is the treatment performed by the physio. Dry needling, taping, scenar, and manual therapy – mobilisation and tractions are all great examples of this type of intervention. These usually aim to reduce pain and improve flexibility.The second is Active Intervention which …

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Advice If You Are Training For A Marathon

Running is currently on brand! And marathons are a great way to showcase your training and stay on track. So as a physiotherapy clinic, we are bringing you some advice on how to prepare and train for a marathon!1. Training plan with Optimal LoadingThe average timeline to prepare for a marathon is 3 months, however, …

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How Runners Can Prevent Injuries With Hip & Core Exercises

One of the things all runners want to do is to reduce injuries and reduce time away from running.A recent study compared three programs to reduce lower limb injuries in runners. The three programs were;1. hip and core strength group2. ankle and foot strength group3. static stretching groupResults found that doing 20 to 35 minutes of …

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Avoiding Text Neck During A Time Full Of Technology

‘Text Neck’ is a term used to describe the pain that is a result of constantly looking down at our handheld technological devices. Excessively straining our necks in the incorrect position can often result in headaches, reduced range of motion, muscle strain, postural changes, and neck or back pain. We may think this doesn’t apply …

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