Quick Guide to Hypermobility – are your joints too loose?
Joint hypermobility can be described as when some or all of a person’s joints have an unusual amount of extra movement in them. People with joint hypermobility can move their limbs into positions that most people cannot and very often are described as ” double jointed”. They can do things such as bending their fingers…
Read MoreToday is work4significance day!
Sport & Spinal Physiotherapy has a long history of being involved with SOS Health Foundation in donating funds as well as donating our time on health missions to improve the health outcomes of the disadvantaged indigenous communities in North East Arnhem land and Palm Island. Today we are being involved in work4significance day, which is…
Read MoreHow to fix a high ankle sprain – ankle syndesmosis injury
With the winter sports season reaching finals time, I thought I would take the opportunity to reflect on those that have been unfortunate enough to limp through our doors, their ankle injury stopping them partaking in their favoured winter pastime. Ankles are the most commonly injured body part in a wide variety of popular Australian…
Read MoreTop Tips For Preventing Foot and Ankle Injuries in Dancers
Pain free ankles and feet are crucial to long term success in dance. Particularly when dancer’s progress to pointe the strength and stability of the ankle and foot are crucial in preventing foot and ankle injuries. Current Research Despite this, research suggests the ankle is frequently injured in dance, accounting for up to 31% of…
Read MoreHow to fix Heel Pain or Severs Disease in Children
A common cause of heel pain in growing adolescents, particularly those that are actively participating in sport is a condition known as Severs disease. While the suggestion of a ‘disease’ to your child may conjure up images of a life threatening disorder crippling your child, Severs disease is not nearly so sinister and can be…
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