Have you ever found yourself cringing when someone mentions the word exercise? It’s safe to assume that most of us have at some point in our lives. Many people can develop a negative mindset when it comes to physical activity, but with the right attitude and some targeted motivation, you
Now that the restrictions have caused gyms to close and outdoor gatherings to all but cease, the motivation and feasibility of being able to exercise at the moment will have no doubt decreased. All hope is not lost though; exercise at home is something that we all need to embrace,
-So as Not to Increase the Need to See a GP. Worried about the health implications of being in isolation? Keeping up your 30 minutes of exercise daily is vital in maintaining your health and wellbeing. Exercising in isolation for even just half an hour can decrease the need to
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears are unfortunately a very serious injury we see at the clinic. They that can occur in both contact and non-contact sports, as well as everyday life. The ACL is a small ligament that attaches from the anterior portion of the tibial plateau and attaches to
Do you have the correct knee posture during exercise? The knee is the largest joint of the body and one that we use every day. We use it to walk, run, climb and swim. As a result, this joint is at risk of wear, tear and injury. The knee is
Patella femoral pain syndrome, or more commonly known as “runners knee” is a very serious condition that can occur in many people, regardless of physical activity level. It is common in young adults, females and those who participate in a lot of sports. Issues with knee cap alignment and general
The knee plays an incredibly important role within the lower limb. It helps communicate movement between the foot/ankle and the hip. A lot of force is generated through the knee in all sports. There are multiple muscle groups that work to move the knee. This places a greater need to
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Running is a great form of exercise! It improves your cardiovascular fitness, can be done almost anywhere and really works up a sweat. However, any exercise comes with a risk of injury and running injuries in particular can be serious. Shin splints, runners knee and stress fractures are some, just
Concussion prevention – is it possible? A concussion describes an injury occurring to the head where trauma has occurred specifically to the brain. It can be defined as a complex pathophysiological process induced by external forces affecting the brain. Following this blow, it’s common that consciousness may be altered. This
