The festive season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, it often brings with it a plethora of temptations that can challenge our commitment …
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Patellofemoral pain
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries suffered in the adult population. While the severity varies …
Talar Dome Injury
The talar dome is the top of the talus bone in the foot, which articulates with the ankle. Talar dome injury generally occurs due to significant or …
Osgood Schlatter’s
Osgood Schlatter’s is an overuse knee injury which occurs during the early teenage years. This condition commonly occurs during the adolescent growth …
Iliotibial Band (ITB) Syndrome
The iliotibial band or ITB is a thick band of connective tissue that runs down the side of your leg and attaches into the side of your knee. ITB syndrome or ITB …
Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD)
The Temporomandibular joint or TMJ is the joint between the mandible (jaw bone) and the skull. Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) refers to a group of …
Gluteal Tendinopathy
Gluteal tendinopathy is a degeneration of the glute tendon attachment to the hip. It is a common, often debilitating condition, which results in pain and …
ACL Healing and the “Cross Bracing Protocol”
Exciting research continues to develop surrounding the possibility of natural healing of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) ruptures and the potential superior …
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Optiknee Consensus Paper
Adolescents and young adults who undertake sports are at a higher risk of traumatic knee injuries such as ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) and meniscal …
Achilles Tendinopathy
Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury that is characterised by pain and stiffness around the Achilles tendon with loss of function in activities such …