Self myofascial release (a.k.a foam rolling or spikey ball release) is being used by more and more people in the fitness and rehab world and it claims to do all sorts of things from injury prevention to enhancing joint range of motion. SO WHY SHOULD WE DO IT? Previously we were all told to stretch before a work out, but the research has shown that static stretching (i.e. holding stretches) has been found to decrease power output by up to 15%!!! Studies have shown that self-my

This blog will be talking about the causes and pathology behind this degenerative joint condition. We will look at predisposing factors, physiotherapy treatments that are effective, and the benefits of exercise in the management of symptoms, to get you back feeling fitter and healthier than ever. WHAT IS OSTEOARTHRITIS? Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the protective cartilage that usually surrounds a joint, has been damaged and worn away, exposing part of the underlyin

When completing rotator cuff strengthening a common problem is poor postural and scapula position. Particularly in the early stages of rehab, the rotator cuff must be working from a stable base. The origin of all the shoulder internal and external rotators stem from the scapula and as such require correct position to work correctly. Thoracic kyphosis is common due to the nature of office work and mobile phone usage and therefore we need to be in a more extended and neutral po

Fractured your collar bone? Sore or tight shoulder? Told you have a problem with your rotator cuff? Try using a pulley! The shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint) is a very mobile joint and requires a lot of flexibility and active stability to maintain its position during movement. After an injury it is very common to have the shoulder joint immobilised or given a time of rest within a sling. During this time, stiffness around the joint can often build up as well as atrophy of t

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