What is extracorporeal shockwave therapy? Shock wave therapy uses pressure waves to treat various musculoskeletal conditions. It is a non-invasive method to treat chronic soft tissue conditions such as Heel and Arch pain. High-energy acoustic waves (shock waves) deliver a mechanical force to the body’s tissues.
Runner’s knee is a general term for knee pain felt around the knee-cap. Physiotherapists often refer to runner’s knee as “Patellofemoral Joint Syndrome” or “Patellofemoral pain”. The patellofemoral joint is composed of the kneecap (patella) and the thigh bone (femur).
Knee pain is a common complaint we see at Better Health. The tendons, ligaments, cartilage and bones of the knee are subjected to forces when running, jumping, twisting and kicking and also can be injured during a fall or direct blow. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus are common structures in the knee that […]
The birth of a new baby is wonderful, and the beginning of many happy times. However there are many challenges that a new mother faces, including the well-known challenges of breastfeeding and sleepless nights. A less widely discussed, but equally challenging issue, is that of incontinence.
Just like any muscles in your body, your pelvic floor muscles can go into spasm. And just like any muscle in spasm, with the right intervention and in the right hands, treatment can be simple, fast and with permanent results. Millions of women suffer silently from pelvic floor disorders, but they don’t mention their symptoms […]
Rotator Cuff Injury The shoulder joint is a relatively unstable joint that is moved and controlled by a small group of four muscles, known as the rotator cuff. These muscles (the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis and teres minor) help move, control and stabilise the shoulder. A rotator cuff injury can include any type of irritation or […]
Knee pain or knee injuries are extremely common. Pain may be caused by local structures within or around the knee, or, may be referred from other sources (such as the lower back or hip joint). It is important to make an accurate diagnosis as to the cause of knee pain or knee injury so […]
Your bursa is a fluid filled sac that helps to reduce friction in your shoulder spaces. Bursitis shoulder is a common cause of shoulder pain that is usually caused from impingement of your bursa between your rotator cuff tendons and bone.
How Much Training is Too Much? We all know exercise is good for us, but how much should we do? According to Australia’s Physical Activity Guidelines, we should be active most (preferably all) days of the week. In total it is recommended that we accumulate 2.5-5 hours of moderate intensity physical exercise each week. Furthermore […]
What is core stability or core strength? The “core” as it is commonly referred to is a group of muscles that provide support, stability and control movement of your spine and pelvis. A common misconception is that your core is simply strong abdominal muscles, but there are many more muscles that are important in giving […]