What Is A Disc Bulge?
WHAT IS A DISC BULGE? So… WHAT IS IT? A disc bulge is a common spinal condition that occurs when the outer layer of the intervertebral disc, known as the annulus fibrosus, weakens and starts to protrude outward. This is often the result of stress-strain reversals, which occur when repetitive bending forward and back up […]
Low Back Pain: A Movement Disease?
Low Back Pain: A Movement Disease? Unseen Struggles – The Impact of Movement Dysfunction on Low Back Pain: There are no ‘fun-runs’ or coloured ribbons for low back pain, nor are there fundraisers or charities – yet, approximately 80% of people will experience a debilitating episode of Low Back Pain during their lifetime. Low back […]
Sciatica
This blog post explains what sciatica actually is, what causes it and how to treat it
Achilles Tendinopathy
Achilles Tendinopathy Achilles tendinopathy is a condition that affects the Achilles tendon, which is the tendon connecting the calf muscle to the heel bone. The Achilles tendon is the strongest and biggest tendon in our body and has the ability to resist large tensile forces. It originates from a distal joining of the gastrocnemius and […]
Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy (previously called hamstring tendinitis) is a condition that affects the tendons that attach the hamstring muscles to the pelvis.
What is Tendinopathy?
Achilles Tendinopathy Tendinopathy is a condition that affects tendons, the fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone. Tendons are designed to withstand repetitive stress and movement, but over time, they can become damaged, leading to pain, inflammation, and weakness. Tendinopathy (used to be referred to as Tendinitis) is an umbrella term used to describe clinical […]
McGill Method
MCGILL meTHOD Low back disorders are prevalent in all societies and affects millions of people worldwide. While it can be caused by various factors, finding an effective and personalised treatment approach is crucial for long-lasting relief and long-term benefit. One such approach that has gained popularity over the years is the McGill Method. Developed by […]
Dry needling, can it help me?
Dry Needling is the use of sterilised fine filament needles, which are inserted into the tissue, trigger point or specific neuromuscular tissue. This is done with the goal of ‘releasing’ the muscle tissue and stimulates a specific and localised healing response in the area. There are numerous injuries, conditions and symptoms which can be treated […]
Low-Carb, Moderate-Carb Diet and Type II Diabetes
Welcome to Worth-a-Word Wednesdays, where I review and summarise a study or article that I think provides some useful and interesting information. This week – Low carb vs moderate carb diet and type 2 diabetes. Article Title: Twelve-month outcomes of a randomised trial of a moderate-carbohydrate versus very low-carbohydrate diet in overweight adults with type […]
Bicarb and Human Health
Welcome to Worth-a-Word Wednesdays, where I review and summarise a study or article that I think provides some useful and interesting information. This week – Bicarb and health. Association between sodium bicarbonate consumption and human health: A systematic review. This systematic review was published by Fakhri, Y., et al. (2016) in the International Journal of […]