Compression Clothing – why and when to use it

Compression Clothing Why use Compression in Sports clothing? One of the newest trends for recovery in the athletic market, is the use of compression clothing. So what is all the fuss really about? What is compression clothing? and What do I use …

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Osteoarthritis – What is it & What you can do about it

What is Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis (OA), sometimes called degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis is the most common chronic condition of the joints. It can affect any joint, but it occurs most often in knees, hips & lower back. In OA the cartilage …

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Do you suffer from Vertigo (part 2)?

Do you suffer from Vertigo (part 2)? Words by Physio Helen Sibbald  Have you experienced vertigo or dizziness or just a feeling of disequilibrium? You may have a vestibular disorder, a problem with your neck or rarely, something more serious. …

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What Is Myofascial Cupping?

Myofascial Cupping By Remedial Massage Therapist Paige Single Some of you may have seen the 23-time Olympic gold medallist Michael Phelps with red/purple spots all over him at this year’s Rio Olympic Games. What are they you might ask? Perhaps …

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Common Injuries in Gymnastics and their treatment

Common Injuries in Gymnastics and their treatment Written by GCPSH Physio Erin Fitzgerald B.Physio{HonsIIA}, M Sport Physio  Gymnastics is a very physically demanding sport requiring participants to generate a great deal of power through wide ranges of joint movements. As …

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Poor Posture/Upper Cross Syndrome….Have you got it?

Words by Dan Collins – Remedial Massage Therapist. A Result of Poor Posture: Upper Cross Syndrome….Have you got it?  Did your mother ever tell you to “sit up straight” And did you listen to her? Chances are that your answers will …

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If you Ride a Bike, you should Read This

Do you ride for fitness, competition, mountain biking, triathlon, off-road racing, or just for the Coffee shop at the end of the ride?  Let’s consider some facts about cycling: If you take 2.5 hours to cycle race 100km Your average …

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Knee pain when you run or ride? It could be ITB Friction

By Sports & Exercise Physio & Olympic Physio, Britt Caling What is the ITB?The Iliotibial band (ITB) is a thickened sheet of connective tissue (fascia) that originates at the edge of your pelvis/hip and then runs laterally down the outside …

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