Diabetes and Physiotherapy
Let’s think about diabetes and what it does to the body first so we can understand how it can be treated and the part physiotherapy should play in that treatment.
All About ACL Ruptures
ACL simply stands for Anterior (the front) Cruciate (like a cross) Ligament (a strong, fibrous band of tissue that connects bones, in this case the femur and tibia.) The cruciate ligaments run diagonally across the knee, providing stability and limiting the lateral and rotational movement in the joint. They’re crucial (“crucial cruciates” – that’s fun to say!) to activities like running, jumping, and changing direction.
All About Calf Strains
If the muscles of the calf are overstretched or torn, we refer to the injury as a calf strain. The most common location for this to happen is on the inside of the gastrocnemius muscle, especially around the point where the tendons of the calf connect to the muscle.
March ’23 News: What you need to know..
In this month’s newsletter, we give you a rundown on vertigo, our NDSS funded BEAT IT Diabetes program and the importance of stretching those hip flexors.
Feb ’23 News: Striking a Healthy Balance
Swapping out the sedentary, finding the right bike fit, and maintaining healthy happy feet! February News February marks the end of the holiday period and a serious return to routine for many. For most, the chance to have a bit of downtime during the festive period means we’re returning to routine with clarity, determination, and […]
January ’23 Newsletter
Living your best life in 2023! Sticking with resolutions, reducing osteoarthritis pain and office desking done right.
December ’22 Newsletter
Make the most of the holiday period with tips to stay healthy during the festive season and plenty of classes on offer at St Leonards Physio to keep you active.
Physio for the Elderly
You’ve probably visited the physiotherapist after injuries and been referred before or after surgeries for rehabilitation. But as we age, perhaps we should consider going to the physiotherapist as more of a routine health check. You go to the dentist even when there’s nothing wrong. Why? Because you know that prevention is better than cure. […]
November ’22 Newsletter
Keep your body active over Summer! Book your appointment to get any aches or niggles seen too, so you can continue to make the most of the sunshine.
JOINT REPLACEMENT: HOW PHYSIO CAN HELP
Joint replacement is a surgery to replace damaged joints with manufactured parts, most commonly performed on the knee or hip when other treatments have failed. Physiotherapy has an important role to play when it comes to preparation and recovery from joint replacement surgery. Read on to find out more. Why are joints replaced? Joints are […]