Are your legs tender after exercise? Not the ‘no pain, no gain’ kind of feeling, a soreness that seems to be inside the bone, perhaps coupled with mild swelling. Do you find relief in ice, rest and pain killers? You may need to seek care...
Running is hard enough without an injury. Let us help you take the first steps to recovery. You press on through the pain, though it stabs you with every stride. You’re determined to continue. You want that personal best, and a little bit of pain isn’t going...
Looking beyond neck pain Why we won’t leave you too long in the waiting room A recent survey by Commonsense Media in the US, found that adults spend more than 9 hours per day, on average, in front of a screen, much of which was for personal...
What is the purpose of Orthotics? Maintaining healthy feet and ankles is a vital factor in ensuring an individual can stay fit and well. Orthotics are a practical everyday device that are designed to decrease pain in lower limbs by reducing force in the joints of...
Why you’ll wish you came to visit Northern Spinal & Sports Injury Clinic sooner… You hobble to your appointment, wincing with every step as your body moans at you for not making the journey before now. Your problems will soon be over, you know, but you...
Remember to warm-up when it warms up. A bit of planning and a few stretches could save you a world of pain The moment the sun comes out, you come out of hibernation. The footy’s finished, the cricketers have ironed their whites, and life feels better...
We’ve been treating headaches for more than twenty years More than half of Australians don’t consider headaches to be serious enough to seek help. Don’t be one of them… Woken up with a headache? You’re not alone. It is estimated that up to 7 million Australians suffer...
How many people suffer from heel pain? According to Science Direct, the world’s leading platform for peer-reviewed literature, heel pain affects about 10% of the population and is highly prevalent in those aged over 65—of whom almost a third are impacted. Common causes of heel pain: The most...
What is Knee Pain Knee pain is a common issue that can affect people of all ages; often a result of an injury including a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage. Physiotherapists are renowned for effectively and quickly treating chronic and acute knee injuries due to their extensive...
When it comes to foot pain our podiatrists often see conditions that require custom made orthotic insoles to treat. Foot orthotics are an external device which often take the form of custom made insoles placed inside footwear. The use of orthotics can help treat injuries...
