The ankle joint is an important and commonly injured joint in the body. In order to propel us forward during walking, running and sport, the ankle transfers very high loads from our body and working muscles to the ground. It relies upon a complex network or muscles,...
The foot, like the hand and wrist is another complicated area of the body that contains many bones, ligaments, muscle and nerves. Because of its complexity, foot problems can sometimes be difficult to diagnose, so thorough assessment by an experienced physiotherapist...
What is Tennis Elbow? The most common injury that can occur at the elbow is colloquially known as tennis elbow. The correct clinical term for this condition is lateral epicondylalgia or an extensor tendinopathy. This is when there is an overuse injury to the tendons...
Groin injuries are common in sports involving changes of direction and kicking. In people who do not play sports, groin pain can also be associated with strain injuries from lifting or where a person’s leg has been forced sideways.What are the causes of Groin Pain? •...
The hip is a common site of injury in people of all ages. However, people of different age groups usually experience quite different hip problems. Physiotherapy is an effective way to manage the majority of hip pain. Read below to find the answers to a number of...
Have you ever been told by a friend, or your GP, or by google that you have shoulder bursitis? Or a rotator cuff tear? Or a frozen shoulder? It’s possible that you may have any one of these pathologies, but they are all frequently misdiagnosed and even more frequently...
The knee is an important joint that, when injured, can lead to problems with walking, running, playing sport and performing work. Causes of knee pain can generally be classified into sudden (acute) injuries or long-term (chronic or overuse) injuries. Read on below to...
Many people require time off work due to serious illness or musculoskeletal injury. When they are looking to return to their previous role, often they find that they have lost the strength and physical fitness required to effectively do that job. Our physiotherapists...
Neck pain can be a debilitating and severely uncomfortable problem. Read below for answers to some common questions relating to neck pain. You can also find information on how our physiotherapists at Glebe Physio assess and treat this common problem. Your neck is made...
Lower back pain is one of the leading causes of pain and disability around the world. Physiotherapy is very effective at managing the pain and dysfunction associated with problems in this area. Read on to see answers to a number of common questions and how...
