Functional Movement
Trigger Finger and Stiff, Sore Hands: What’s Going On?
Key Takeaways Trigger finger develops when a flexor tendon struggles to glide through a thickened pulley at the base of the finger, causing catching, locking or a painful snap. Stiff, sore hands have several possible explanations, including finger osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, de Quervain’s tenosynovitis and Dupuytren’s contracture. Splinting, adjusted hand loads, hand therapy and…
See MoreBest Orthopaedic Surgeon in Sydney: How to Choose the Right One for You
Key Takeaways No clinic can lawfully advertise the ‘best orthopaedic surgeon in Sydney’, so rankings and top-10 lists are marketing, not measurement. Specialist registration on the AHPRA register, surgical fellowship and a clear subspecialty focus are the checks that carry real weight. A written estimate covering surgeon, anaesthetist, hospital and implant fees prevents most cost…
See MoreCan Women Have Hip Resurfacing? Understanding Who Is Suitable
Key Takeaways Women can be suitable for hip resurfacing, but eligibility depends more on component size, bone quality, diagnosis and implant type than sex alone. Smaller anatomy, osteoporosis, dysplasia, osteonecrosis, kidney disease or metal sensitivity may make total hip replacement the more predictable option. Metal-on-metal resurfacing requires careful selection and ongoing surveillance, including metal-ion testing…
See MoreRealistic Expectations for Joint Replacement Surgery and What a Good Outcome Looks Like
Key Takeaways Good outcomes are usually measured by meaningful pain relief and a return to the activities you value, not by a joint that feels untouched. Australian registry data records high satisfaction after hip and knee replacement, though around 10% report dissatisfaction after knee replacement, often because of unmet expectations. Recovery runs in months, and…
See MoreBreaking the Cycle of Recurring Injuries [Part 2]
Injuries are no fun. The pain is genuinely draining. But the same injury or pain coming back again and again after you thought you had dealt with it? That takes the cake… In part 1 or this article we discussed the first 3 steps to break the cycle of recurrent injuries. Awareness and applying a…
See MorePlantar Fasciitis – Functional not Structural
In our series about breaking the cycle of recurring injuries, I outlined the difference between Structural and Functional issues. Thankfully, although plantar fasciitis can be incredibly painful, it is an injury that falls into the functional category which means it can be addressed if you improve the way you move. What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar…
See MoreWhy you are Always Stiff, Tired and Sore
If you have been following along, you will know that mobility is incredibly important for optimal health and performance. However, you will also know that it is poorly understood. Today I want to talk about why mobility is a function of our daily lives and the activities we do, along with why we must train…
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