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What is Ankylosing Spondylitis? Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a type of inflammatory, autoimmune arthritis that primarily affects the spine. It is characterised by intermittent pain and progressive stiffness due to the inflammation and eventual hardening of the...
The benefits of keeping active may seem obvious, yet it can't hurt to be reminded of the many ways exercise can improve your life. Here are a few of our favourite reasons to get moving... Exercise improves energy levels. Improving your fitness means your body is...
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? The carpal tunnel is a small space where the wrist meets the base of the hand. This space is covered by a thick ligament and creates a small tunnel where various nerves, arteries and tendons pass through from the forearm into the hand....
If you have ever suffered from a tendon injury you will know that the recovery can be frustratingly long. Tendons are important tissues of the body, connecting muscles to bones and come in many different shapes and sizes. There are many reasons why tendon injuries can...
What is it? The scaphoid is a small bone in the wrist that connects the radius bone in the forearm to the hand, situated near the thumb. Scaphoid fractures are a relatively common wrist injury and are commonly misdiagnosed, as the pain can be similar to a sprained...
A common fear for people when discussing pain is the idea that their symptoms are 'all in their head' or that they won't be believed by friends, family, therapists or workmates. This fear can be worse when there appears to be no obvious or visible cause for their pain...
Osteoporosis is a widespread condition characterized by low bone mass or density. It is primarily a metabolic disorder related to age and general health with a variety of risk factors and causes. The most common and well known consequence of osteoporosis is weakened...
There is more to distance running than you may think. In this article, we offer some words of wisdom from our physiotherapists to help you get the most out of your training and avoid injuries. Choose your shoes carefully: Repeated stress from running long distances...
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition affecting the joint capsule of the shoulder. It is characterized by inflammation of the capsule, leading to pain and stiffness with shoulder movements. Frozen shoulder is categorized as either primary...
What is it? A broken collarbone, or clavicle, is one of the most commonly broken bones in the body. The clavicle connects the front of the ribcage to the shoulder and is the only bony connection the arm has to the rest of the body. Many muscles attach to the clavicle,...