Why Do My Knees Hurt Going Down The Stairs? Have you ever noticed that walking on flat ground feels fine, but the moment you start walking downstairs, your knee begins to ache? You’re not alone. Knee pain when going down stairs is one of the most common complaints we see at Back to Health Physiotherapy. …
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are most commonly musculoskeletal conditions. However, have you ever noticed that people who have undergone an ACL reconstruction typically experience a second ACL surgery later on? We are going to tell you a possible reason why…Individuals with ACL injuries or those who have had surgery on their ACL have been …
Have you ever heard someone say,“Stop running or you’ll wear your knees out!” We hear this idea from our clients all the time.The thing is current scientific evidence consistently shows there is no association between walking, running and common recreational sports and the progression of knee osteoarthritis.So we don’t believe running will “wear out” your knees.Other risk factors like …
Knee injuries are common in young athletes, but did you know the effects can last much longer than expected?A recent study followed teenagers with sport-related knee injuries over a 2 year period. They found that even after rehab, the injured leg often stays weaker than the uninjured one, for up to 24 months.The study also …
Knee osteoarthritis can be frustrating and painful! The stiffness, the pain, the way it slows you down—it’s no joke. But what if we told you that losing a bit of weight could make a real difference?A recent study from the Osteoarthritis Healthy Weight for Life (OAHWFL) program looked at 9,000+ patients with knee Osteoarthritis and …
Can Weight Loss Help Your Knee Pain? Here’s What Research Says… Read More »
Don’t Miss Out! We are calling all interested individuals to sign up for our next GLA:D program, which will begin in early January 2025. There are only a few spots left so don’t hesitate! What is GLA:D?GLA:D is a 6-week intensive course for Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee.There are 14 sessions, which include 12 exercise classes …
GLA:D is an education and exercise program developed in Denmark by a team of researchers. It is currently the best treatment option for individuals with hip and knee osteoarthritis.How does GLA:D work?GLA:D uses neuromuscular exercise to improve joint stability, movement quality, and everyday function. Neuromuscular training is a form of exercise that enhances the unconscious …
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Have you been hearing or feeling a grinding noise with a small vibration when you move your knee? You may be experiencing ‘Knee Crepitus’, which is the formal way of saying creaky knee.A common misconception is that crepitus is associated with degeneration of the knee due to the creaking and therefore, many people stop exercising …
Approximately 22 million Australians live with osteoarthritis (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2018) Almost every day we treat clients who have osteoarthritis in a joint of their body. Osteoarthritis is the “wear and tear” arthritis that can build up in the body.The good news is that there is a lot we can do to help …
Why me? What do I do? Osteoarthritis bugging you? Read More »
What are your running shoes telling you and your body? Did you know most running shoe manufacturers recommend your shoes be replaced after 800km of use? This is usually long before the external sole or upper of the shoe looks worn and we start to think it’s time to get some new …
