Posts Tagged ‘Pain’
What is a Baker’s Cyst? How its diagnosed and treated.
A Baker’s cyst, also called a popliteal cyst, is a fluid-filled sac that forms behind the knee and is usually felt as a lump, swelling or tightness at the back of the knee. It develops when an underlying knee problem, such as osteoarthritis or a meniscus tear, makes the joint produce extra fluid, which collects…
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“Unlocking the Mystery of Meniscal Tears: Diagnosis and Treatment for a Common Knee Injury” What are meniscal tears? The menisci are C-shaped pieces of cartilage in your knee that act as shock absorbers and help to stabilise the joint. A meniscal tear is a common injury that occurs when one or both of these pieces…
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 MoreBreaking the Cycle of Recurring Injuries [Part 1]
Do you have a pain or injury that just keeps coming back? That’s been on and off for so long that you now just think of it as part of your life? Initially perhaps you thought that you might be able to shake it off quickly and get back to your normal routine, a quick…
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How To Reduce Knee Pain When Running Running is a great way to get a full-body cardio workout in, and you can do it almost anywhere, without expensive gear or a gym membership. What can you do when niggling knee pain starts to occur during a run? If you’re struggling with knee pain after running…
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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