Tips & advice
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We aim to post regular tips and advice. If there is anything you would like to see here, or have any questions, please do contact us.
Sprained ankle: Using ice
Most people who sprain their ankle know of the RICE protocol; Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate - and they apply it at the first sign of pain and swelling. This is a smart thing to do because ice if applied early...
Read moreFrozen shoulder home program tips
Frozen shoulder or adhesive capsulitis is a painful condition that can take months or even years to resolve. Therefore, after you are discharged from physiotherapy, you will be given a home exercise program to follow. You should be careful to...
Read moreTo rest or rehabilitate
Following a bout of illness or injury, the natural inclination would be to rest. Pain, loss of energy, restricted movements will all play their part in making you want to stay between the covers, however, whether you rest or rehabilitate...
Read moreAsk questions for better results
Sports injuries, breathing problems, long-term pain (e.g. arthritis) and other ailments are agonizing and frustrating. We all wish that there was some kind of "silver bullet" that could cure us in a flash. Unfortunately, there is rarely a quick fix...
Read moreWeight-related knee problems
A popular rule of thumb is that every kilo of weight loss is equivalent to four fewer kilos of pressure on a knee afflicted with joint osteoarthritis. For obese people, in particular, this can make a world of difference for...
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