IT Band Tightness- Physiotherapy treatments

What is the ITB ITB tightness, also known as the iliotibial band syndrome, is a common cause of pain and tightness on the outside of the thigh and knee. It normally affects those who partake in running and cycling activities. The ITB is a thick band which runs from...

Piriformis Syndrome vs Deep Gluteal Pain Syndrome

What is Piriformis Syndrome & Deep Gluteal Pain Syndrome? Piriformis syndrome and deep gluteal pain syndrome are often used interchangeably but are not the same diagnosis. It is important to clarify which diagnosis you have and that’s why it’s important to see a...

Heel Pain – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

What is heel pain? Heel pain is pain or discomfort felt where your heel plants the floor. The main connection point between your leg and your heel is the achilles tendon, the largest and thickest tendon in the body. At the bottom of your heel, the achilles tendon...

Mobility and Falls – Physiotherapy Treatment

How Important Is Your Mobility Mobility and strength are two important things in life we need to maintain as we age. When you are young, your muscles, tissues and nerves adapt well to stretch and injury. As we age, our collagen levels begin to drop. Pain which gets...

Joint Injections & Physiotherapy

What is Musculoskeletal Injection Therapy? Clinicians often use injection therapy to reduce pain and inflammation in joints. This intervention is typically recommended if regular medication such as anti inflammatories or opioids are ineffective. Injection therapy can...