Golf Injuries and How to Prevent Them: A Physiotherapist’s Guide to Playing More and Hurting Less
Golf is a sport you can keep playing for most of your life. Competitive golfers chasing a lower handicap, people who enjoy a social nine holes, and those who just like a few hours outdoors with friends can all get something out of it. Most golfers put a lot of thought into clubs, balls, swing […]
Hip Replacement Rehabilitation: How Quickly Can You Return to Normal?
A hip replacement can reduce pain and help you get back to the activities you enjoy. However, the operation is only part of the process. Hip replacement rehabilitation plays a major role in how well and how quickly you recover, and pre and post-op physiotherapy can help you prepare for surgery and regain strength and […]
Pre-Op Physiotherapy: Why It Helps and What to Do Before Surgery
If you have an operation coming up, most of your attention may be on the surgery itself. However, the weeks before your operation can also make a real difference to how you recover afterwards. Pre-op physiotherapy, sometimes called “prehab”, is about preparing your body before surgery. It usually focuses on strength, movement, fitness and knowing […]
Can I Run With an Injury? Running Injury Risks and Decision Checklist
If pain appears before or during a run, it can be difficult to know whether to stop, slow down or keep going. You may worry about losing fitness or missing a race, but running through the wrong symptoms can turn a manageable problem into a longer setback. The answer to “can I run with an […]
Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment: Rehab Milestones and When to Consider Shockwave Therapy
Achilles tendinopathy can make walking, running and even the first few steps in the morning uncomfortable. It often develops gradually, but once symptoms appear, they can take time to settle. The good news is that most people improve with the right Achilles tendinopathy treatment. Rehabilitation usually focuses on managing the load placed through the tendon, […]
Knee Pain When Running: Common Causes and What to Do Next
Knee pain when running is common, but it is not something you should simply ignore or “push through”. Sometimes it is a short-term response to doing too much too soon. Other times, it can be a sign that your knee, hip, ankle, foot, or training load needs a closer look. The good news is that […]
Return to Running Plan: How to Build Back Safely After Injury
Getting back to running after an injury can feel frustrating. One week, you are itching to get out again. Next, you are worried that one wrong run could set you back. The good news? You do not need to guess. A structured return-to-running plan helps you rebuild gradually, monitor symptoms, and reduce the risk of […]
Plantar Fasciopathy: causes, self-checks, and when to seek help
If you are dealing with sharp heel pain when you first get out of bed, there is a good chance plantar fasciopathy could be the cause. It is one of the most common reasons for pain under the heel and can affect runners, people who stand for long hours, and those who have recently increased […]
Shockwave Therapy for Calcific Tendinopathy of the Shoulder
Learn how Shockwave Therapy Treats Calcific Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, how it Works, Evidence, Session Plans, and more.
Shockwave Therapy: What is it and when does it work?
If you’re considering Shockwave Therapy in Jersey, this guide explains what it is, what it’s best for, what to expect, and when it’s most likely to work.