A knee meniscus tear is a common injury, especially among athletes and older individuals, that affects one of the most critical parts of the knee joint—the meniscus. The meniscus is a C-shaped cartilage that acts as a cushion between [...]
Knee tendonitis, also known as patellar tendonitis or jumper’s knee, is a common condition affecting athletes and physically active individuals. It occurs when the patellar tendon, which connects the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia), becomes inflamed or irritated. [...]
Knee bursitis is a painful condition that occurs when the bursae—small fluid-filled sacs that cushion the bones, tendons, and muscles around your knee—become inflamed. This condition can significantly limit your ability to perform daily activities, from walking to bending [...]
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS), commonly known as IT Band Syndrome, is one of the most frequent overuse injuries experienced by runners, cyclists, and other athletes. It manifests as pain on the outside of the knee, and while it might [...]
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common and debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It involves the gradual degradation of the cartilage (which is the cushioning in between the bones) in the knee joint, leading to pain, stiffness, [...]
If you'r e waiting for your arthritic pain to get worse before you go to get a joint replacement, please don't. I'm not sure why there's not enough information about how physio can help with arthritis. Whether it's arthritis [...]
Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians over the age of 45 have osteoarthritis ( according to Physiopedia) . I am sure you've heard this term before but do you really know what happens to the joints? It's [...]
Has your doctor just told you that you have Osteoarthritis?? Fear not! Help is at hand! Osteoarthritis is nothing but wear and tear of the cushioning that covers the end of the bones that form joints in our bodies. [...]