Knee injury
Patella Dislocations
Your kneecap (patella) slides within a groove at the bottom of the femur (thigh bone) and is held in place by the quadriceps muscles as well as ligaments and tendons attached to the inside and outside edges of the patella. The patella functions to
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries suffered in the adult population. PFPS accounts for approximately 25% of all identified knee injuries and nearly 10% of all visits to musculoskeletal and
Pilates Reformer Glutes Exercises
Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease
Osgood Schlatter's disease is a knee injury which occurs during childhood. It is an overuse injury and occurs when a traction force on the tibial tuberosity, disrupts the immature bone. This results in pain and inflammation at the tibial
Does Cartilage Regenerate
Cartilage is a very strong and flexible fibrous tissue found in the body. It takes many forms and serves different purposes throughout the body. There are 3 main types of cartilage; Elastic cartilage Hyaline Cartilage
What is Osteoarthritis?
Arthritis is often referred to as if it was one disease or condition. In fact, Arthritis is a family of over 100 different conditions that effect the musculoskeletal systems of the body, particularly the joints. Typically, arthritic conditions
Is Pilates effective in management of knee pain
Knee pain and knee injuries are one of the most common orthopedic complaints. Whether resulting from an acute injury, or overuse due to poor biomechanics or muscle imbalance, Pilates for knee pain is a good rehabilitation option. Although
Patellofemoral pain
Patellofemoral pain, also known as runners knee and movie goer’s knee is one of the most common knee complaints seen in physio clinics. It is felt behind and around the kneecap and is due to irritation between the kneecap (patella) and the
What is Arthritis?
Arthritis is often referred to as if it was one disease or condition. In fact, arthritis is a family of over 100 different conditions that effect the musculoskeletal systems of the body, particularly the joints. Typically, arthritic conditions