Chronic low back pain is one of the most common health problems worldwide. For many people, the pain lingers for years, affecting sleep, mood, work, and overall quality of life. Traditional treatments often focus on scans, medication, or passive therapies, but new research shows there may be a better way. A large clinical trial …
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Why Your Ankle May Keep Rolling: What the Latest Research Tells Us If you’ve ever rolled your ankle, you’ll know how painful and frustrating it can be. For some people, the ankle never feels quite the same again. Instead of fully recovering, it may continue to roll easily, leading to what’s called chronic ankle instability. This …
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Living with ongoing low back pain can be frustrating, especially when it stops you from doing the things you enjoy. The good news is that new research shows that taking care of your overall health (things like diet, exercise, sleep, and lifestyle) can make a real difference. A recent Australian study found that people who …
What Is Plantar Fasciopathy?The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel to your toes. Its job is to support your arch and help absorb forces when you walk or run. When this tissue becomes irritated or overloaded, it can lead to pain, especially …
Could Your Back Be Increasing Your Risk of Falling?If you’ve been told you have lumbar spinal stenosis — a common cause of lower back pain in older adults — it’s important you know that your back might be increasing your chances of falling.A recent study looked at people with spinal stenosis and found that those who …
Here’s Why Your Achilles Tendon Rehab Shouldn’t Be One-Size-Fits-All… Achilles tendon pain is usually felt at the back of your heel, where the tendon connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. If you’ve ever had Achilles tendon pain, you know how frustrating it can be. Whether you’re an athlete or just enjoy walking, that nagging …
Tendon pain in young athletes, particularly during high-growth years, is a common but often misunderstood issue. A new study led by physiotherapist Sam Blanchard has shown that customising exercises based on how each athlete’s muscles and tendons work together can make a big difference. In fact, this approach reduced knee pain by two-thirds in a …
When it comes to testing hip strength, how and where we test makes a big difference. A recent study by Dr. Stacey Hardin has shown that the position your body is in—and where the force is applied—can change your results quite a bit.Why Hip Testing Isn’t One-Size-Fits-AllHip strength testing is commonly used in both sports and rehab settings. But …
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