By Ajit Lamba Physiotherapy, Sports

Sports Injuries

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Sports Injuries

Sports injuries can occur when you least expect them. Any person who enjoys and plays sports can face an injury at some point in their lives. It doesn’t matter the ability level of the athlete or the chosen sport, injuries are as much a part of the game as winning or losing. However, when injuries occur, it is important to know how to treat your pain so you can get back in the game faster. Sports injuries that are left untreated often worsen over time and could result in chronic pain and limited mobility as you age.

Sports Injury Rish Factors

Fatigue

You body is more prone to injuries when you are fatigued. The movements you make are less precise and more sluggish. Your recovery from a particular movement or your response time increases. Your form, swing or stroke may begin to degrade. It is during this time that the body is more prone to injury. A swing with poor form may pull a muscle, or a single misjudged step can result in a sprained foot or ankle. Know when your body is fatigued and call a timeout or ask for a sub to help reduce the chance of suffering a sports injury.

Not warming up before playing sports

Warming up with general stretching or walking program is a great way to reduce the risk of suffering a sports injury, while going from zero to maximum effort is a great way to pull a muscle. This happens frequently to any sports players who has pulled a hamstring going from standing still to running very fast. Even if your warmup is only five minutes of light stretching, there are still significant benefits to reducing sports injury.

Inadequate, worn or ill-fitting equipment

Worn out or the wrong type of shoe or any other equipment can put an athlete at risk of turning an ankle. Equipment that is too heavy, such as a tennis racket, bowling ball or cricket bat can cause extra strain on muscles and tendons. Excessively worn equipment may not provide adequate protection. If your sports equipment has a finite life span, replace it when necessary to lower your risk of sports injury.

How can I treat my sports injury?

Once a sports injury occurs, your first thought should be to apply RICE principles. The RICE method is very effective at treating many sports injuries, and is only four steps:

Rest — First and most importantly, if you believe you’re injured, give your body a rest. You risk further damage to the injured body part by continuing to play through the pain. This could also result in permanent muscular or skeletal damage.
Ice — In addition to rest, icing is a very effective way to treat most sports injuries. Ice reduces swelling and pain. Apply to the affected area for 10 minutes on and 10 minutes off as often as possible in the first 24 hours.
Compression — Wrapping the affected area in a bandage can help prevent swelling. The bandage should be snug, but not too tight, as that would cut off blood flow to the area and prevent healing.
Elevation — The goal with elevating the injured body part is to have it resting above your heart. This reduces pain and throbbing and can help alleviate fluid buildup in the area.

When should I seek immediate medical treatment for sports injuries?

While many sports injuries can be treated at home, there are some symptoms that require immediate medical attention including:

Visibly broken bones or joints: Call an ambulance or go to the hospital straight away
Inability to bear weight on the injured body part
Weakness or instability in the joint
Back pain especially coupled with tingling or numbness
Pain that does not go away or pain that interferes with sleep
Loss of consciousness

Sports Injury Treatment

For sports injuries that could benefit from a course of Physiotherapy treatment, there are many useful therapy techniques that can aid the recovery process, such as:

Range of motion exercises and stretching
Muscle strengthening exercises
TENS unit muscle stimulation

It does not matter whether you’re trying to reclaim your glory days, an aspiring high school athlete or a weekend warrior. Sports injuries are part of the game. Bouncing back from injury quickly is the key to maintaining your quality of life.

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Foot and Ankle Pain

What is foot & ankle pain?

Most people suffering from lower limb pain complain that the pain’s origin is from their heel and so it is considered the most common reason for these symptoms
There are 2 main areas where the pain will occur, at the back surface of the heel and the under surface of the foot called the plantar surface.
While painful foot and ankle conditions may not cause disability or generate severe pain, it can impact a person’s ability to walk, stand, or perform any form of running activities.
Depending on the severity and cause of the pain treatments can give relief instantly and in more extreme cases physical therapy or surgery.

What are the symptoms?

The signs and symptoms may include:

A pain that originates from the underside of the heel which is then extended to the arch of the foot
Stiffness in the back of the ankle near the heel, especially when bearing weight and walking
There may also be mild swelling along the tendon
A stabbing or aching sensation in the foot
As the inflamed plantar fascia (arch of the foot) is most likely to tighten at night, the pain is typically at its worst when you first wake up in the morning before it is loosened by stretching and walking.
In the case where stretching and walking causes the pain to worsen seek medical attention.
Heel spurs which are bony-like growths between the heel and arch of the foot that is a result of a calcium deposit. This symptom can be present but not cause pain as between 30 and 40 percent of the general population have heel spurs and do not experience any pain.

Who is at risk?

Anyone can be at risk of foot or ankle pain as it can be a result of an awkward landing or through daily wear and tear.

Some factors can increase the chance that an individual will suffer from foot and ankle pain such as:

Excessive exercise which will cause strain on the muscles and tendons in the foot
If an individual is overweight, they will put more pressure on their feet as they perform daily tasks which can lead to increased pain
As your age increases you can be affected by conditions such as osteoarthritis which can cause aches and pains in commonly used bones and joints
If you do not exercise at all you will have no strength in the muscles and tendons in your foot which give the foot strength and support

Treatment:

There are a wide variety of treatments available for those who are suffering from foot and ankle pain, these include:

Self-care treatment – most minor foot and ankle pain can be treated through rest and recovery, remember R.I.C.E. which stands for rest, ice, compression and elevation
Physiotherapy
- Manual therapy to reduce joint stiffness in your foot and ankle
- Soft tissue techniques to reduce muscle tightness
- Stretches: May help to relieve the tension in your muscles and tendons
- Exercises to strengthen weak muscles
- Advise on appropriate foot wear
Over the counter medication – medication such as ibuprofen and paracetamol are commonly used to relieve pain in many forms.
Getting supportive inner soles or orthotics can help in relieving the strain put on your foot or ankle
Wearing a walking boot for 3 – 6 weeks will help in supporting the foot and ankle if the injury is more serious
Surgery is very rarely recommended in the treatment of foot and ankle pain but may be required in extreme cases such as broken bones in the foot due to injury

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By Ajit Lamba Knee, Physiotherapy, Sports

Knee Rehabilitation Program

Advanced Knee Rehabilitation Program

Injuries can happen unexpectedly any time. Rest assured, having the right team of experienced health professionals is critical in making sure you are getting the right treatment to get you back to your pre injury levels. The following exercises are part of the advanced knee rehabilitation program done to achieve return to work conditioning.

The aim of these exercise is to strengthen lower limb muscles which often become weak from lack of use after injury or surgery.

Case study:

David is a 35 year old man who sustained a fall while at work. Due to impact from the fall, he sustained a fracture affecting his knee joint and a ligament rupture associated with his initial injury.

Due to restrictions post surgery, David was non weight bearing for 12 weeks before Physiotherapy treatment could start. Not taking weight through his leg meant there was a lot of weakness which developed over the 12 weeks.

The exercises below are part of the advanced knee rehabilitation program which allowed David to return to work with suitable duties. The type of exercises and the level of rehabilitation required depends on a particular person’s type of work. For example, an office worker who rarely lifts would not need to build high levels of strength before returning to work. Where as a person who regularly lifts 15-20 Kg boxes would require much more strength before returning to work.

Exercises:

Calf Raisers:

Advanced Knee Squats with shoulder activation:

Step Up and Down with weights

Lunges without weights

Lunges with weights

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Frozen Shoulder

What is frozen shoulder?

Frozen shoulder – also called adhesive capsulitis – is a severely painful and disabling shoulder condition that disrupts sleep and causes pain that ranges from mild to severe.
It can also cause stiffness and your range of motion may be impacted, making it difficult to do everyday tasks such as putting on a bra, getting into a coat or reaching overhead or across your chest.
For people with diabetes, it can create difficulties with injecting insulin into the arm. Over time, the ability to move your shoulder is significantly reduced, so much so that it literally becomes “frozen”.

What are the symptoms?

The symptoms of a frozen shoulder are separated into three stages:

The “freezing” stage – during this stage, the shoulder will become stiff as well as being painful to move with the pain increasing slowly making it incredibly difficult to move your shoulder. The freezing stage will last for approximately 6 weeks to 9 months.
The “frozen” stage – during this stage your pain may lessen, but your shoulder will still remain stiff. The symptoms present during this stage make normal activities and daily tasks more difficult to complete. The frozen stage lasts for 2 to 6 months.
The “thawing” stage – this is when the body begins to recover, during this stage pain will reduce gradually and your ability to move your shoulder will slowly improve. An individual is at full or near full recovery when they regain the ability to use their shoulder as per normal with recovered strength and proper motion. The thawing stage lasts from 6 months to 2 years.

Who is at risk?

There is a wide variety of individuals who are at risk of getting a frozen shoulder:

Those who suffer from diabetes have a much higher chance with the incidence being between 11 – 30 percent as opposed to 2 – 10 percent from those that do not have diabetes.
When an individual has been immobilised for extended periods of time. (After fracture or lack of use)
The risk can increase if you have had a stroke, cardiac disease or Parkinson’s disease.
Those who have had heart or neck surgery.
People who have previously had a rotator cuff injury and/or surgery.
Having one frozen shoulder also increases the likelihood it will occur in the other shoulder.
Bilateral frozen shoulder can occur at the same time or after the first shoulder.
Unfortunately, you can’t prevent your risk of frozen shoulder, but you can stop it from getting worse.

What are the treatment options?

It is important to note that almost all people will recover from this if they receive the proper treatment required for their situation.

There are different forms of treatments that will be recommended based on the severity of the condition, these include:

Self-care – as a first line of treatment a person should consider applying ice, heat, physiotherapy, the goal of physical therapy is to get motion back into the shoulder and get movement back.
Physiotherapy is a successful treatment option which has showed to be highly beneficial for patients with frozen shoulder
Our physiotherapists may recommend active assisted exercises, these can be performed using everyday household objects and can help in loosening up the joint
Corticosteroid injections can also be another method in helping relieve frozen shoulder pain, this can be administered in a doctor’s office and will add cushioning to the joint which will reduce the friction and allow the bones to move more freely.
Medication – over-the-counter pain relief such as Panadol or aspirin can help in immediate pain relief and or medication prescribed by your GP or pain specialist.
Nerve blocks, suprascapular nerve and/or radiofrequency denervation(RF) of sensory branches to the shoulder can be very effective.
Surgery – A minor surgical procedure that can be done as an outpatient is what’s known as shoulder joint capsule release, or arthroscopic capsular release. This however is only considered as an option if the pain is constant and severe over a period of 6 months and self-care methods have not made any improvement. Patients can experience stiffness following the surgery however this is easily solved through physical therapy post-surgery.

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By Ajit Lamba Physiotherapy, Shoulder Pain, Sports

Shoulder Pain

What is shoulder pain?

Pain may arise from any of the many muscles, tendons or ligaments surrounding the shoulder or the joint itself. When pain originates in the joint it will usually worsen with exercise or any movement of your shoulder or arm.

There are a variety of other conditions and illnesses that affect structures in your abdomen or chest, such as gallbladder disease or heart disease, these may also result in pain. This type of pain caused by another structure in the body is called referred pain. Referred pain typically will not become worse in the shoulder when you move your arm.

What are the symptoms?

The symptoms may include:

Sharp, shooting pain which is aggravated by activity and progressively worsens
A deep, aching pain in the joint
Soreness to touch the joint
Difficulty lifting arms to comb hair or reach to a shelf
Pain experienced when lowering your arm, for example going to pick up a child
Click and grinding sounds may also be noticeable as you move your shoulder
Difficulty sleeping due to pain
Swelling and pain in the front of the shoulder and side of the arms
Pain and stiffness that makes it difficult to carry out a full range of normal shoulder movements such as bathing, dressing, driving and sleeping comfortably.

Who is at risk of pain?

Anyone can suffer from pain in the shoulder as there is a wide variety of causes which ranges from osteoarthritis to an unfortunate fall.

The most common risk factors include:

Age – the older a person is the higher the chance is that they will develop arthritis which affects an individual’s joints and will cause mild to severe discomfort.
Extended and continuous use of arms – some jobs such as labouring and other strenuous activities will require you to use your arms a lot which can lead to shoulder injuries.
Sporting activities – sports such as rugby where a player will be tackled throughout the length of the game can lead to an injury which could incur pain.

What are the treatments?

Some treatments include:

Physiotherapy: Soft tissue techniques, joint mobilisations, stretches and exercises
Physiotherapy is a very effective form of treatment for pain in the shoulder
Physiotherapy will focus on exercises that move the arm which will bring motion back into the shoulder
In the case where your shoulder is dislocated do not try to put the shoulder back in place – this can damage the joint and nerves
Other Advanced pain therapies such as nerve blocks, radiofrequency neurotomies and shoulder injections with arthrograms.
Platelet Rich Plasma(PRP) injection and other regenerative medicine therapies.
Corticosteroid injections can also be another method in helping relieve frozen shoulder pain, this can be administered in a doctor’s office and will add cushioning to the joint which will reduce the friction and allow the bones to move more freely.
Frequent Cortisone injections can be harmful and best avoided if possible.
Surgery such as an arthroscopy (key-hole surgery) is typically a last resort option to explore if the pain experienced is severe and unbearable, arthroscopies are considered to be a minimally invasive procedure which makes it a fairly low risk operation.

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By Ajit Lamba Headaches, Neck Pain, Physiotherapy

Headache and Migraine Pain

What is Headache and Migraine Pain?

Headache and migraine pain is a very common form of pain that has many causes.
Headaches occur when pain sensitive structures in the neck, brain or scalp become overactive or begin to develop problems.
These can be caused through chemicals in the brain, nerves or blood vessels or physical structures such as muscles and other soft tissues in your neck and upper back

What are the symptoms?

The symptoms of headache and migraine pain may include:

Moderate to intense throbbing or pounding inside your head, this often begins as a dull ache and develops as time progresses
Varying amounts of pressure building up in the head depending on the severity of the headache
Hearing a constant ringing sound which can worsen as the headache/migraine becomes worse
Neck pain
Visual disturbance. Some people may experience auras during or before a headache or migraine. Auras impact vision and can cause flashes of light, floating dots, distorted vision, blind spots and even in some cases temporary loss of vision.

Who is at risk?

Anyone can be at risk of headaches and migraines and most people can expect to have a minimum of one or two headaches per year.
In some more extreme cases, individuals will experience headaches/migraines daily.
Headaches and migraines can also be a genetic condition, which is why it is important to know your family health history and see if you are more at risk.
Gender can be another factor which can influence if a person is at risk of getting a migraine. Migraine is 3 times more common in women than men. During female hormonal changes especially during a menstrual period the risk will also increase.

There are many headache causes including:

Emotional stress – this is considered the most common cause of headaches/migraines. When a person is experiencing stress/anxiety chemicals in the brain will be released as means of defense. This is referred to as the “flight of fight” response. This will also bring on the side effect of a headache or a migraine.
Sensitivity to specific chemicals, especially those found in foods – chemicals such as preservatives and MSG can react with a person’s body in a negative way, even foods that are fermented or pickled may lead to a headache/migraine.
Sinus issues and blockages can build pressure in your head and eventually lead to headaches/migraines
Persistent headaches must be investigated to rule out serious conditions.

What are the treatments?

For mild headaches, over the counter (OTC) medications such as paracetamol or aspirin may help ease the symptoms. You will need to be careful as taking OTC medications can lead to Medication Overuse Headache(MOH) and Chronic Daily Headaches.
Another self-administered treatment that can help reduce the effects of a headache/migraine is to massage your scalp or apply pressure with your fingers in a circular motion on your temples.
Physiotherapy is a very effective means of treatment for headaches and migraines
As many headaches are caused by stress it is also important to keep your body in a calm state.
Activities such as meditation, mindfulness and slow breathing may help in relieving stress.
It’s important to speak with your GP to rule out more serious pathology. This can be done through a CT or MRI scan.

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By Ajit Lamba Neck Pain, Physiotherapy

Neck Pain

NECK PAIN

What is it?

Neck pain is a condition where an individual’s neck muscles, joints or other soft tissue (including nerves) are strained, typically due to bad posture or in some cases osteoarthritis or spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal).

It can be a result of many daily activities from leaning to see the words on your computer screen more clearly or hunching over your mobile phone or a workbench for extended periods of time. Due to prolonged work from home arrangements and reduction in physical activities, this is becoming more frequent. We are seeing an increase in cases like this in our Parramatta clinic.

Neck pain is considered a common symptom of many other injuries and medical conditions, some of which require immediate medical attention, especially if the pain is accompanied by loss of strength or numbness in your arms or hands as well a shooting pain throughout the arm or shoulder. Pain is a frustrating condition which can affect your quality of life negatively or interfere with daily activities if untreated.

What are the symptoms of neck pain?

The symptoms associated with neck pain include:

A straining feeling in your neck that when holding your head in the same place for extended periods of time can become worse, for example when using a computer or driving.
A general lack of motion in your head, as you begin to turn your head you may feel increased pain.
You may begin to experience a headache and/or migraine depending on the severity of the pain.
A stabbing or burning pain.
Increased sensitivity to any pressure placed on an individual’s neck.
Increased tightening/tension in the muscles in the neck which can also result in muscle spasms.

Who is at risk?

One in three people will get neck pain at least once per year – it is an extremely common medical condition.
The older a person is the higher chance they have of developing conditions such as osteoarthritis.
Women are considered more at risk than men due to neck pain being a symptom of cervical degenerative disc disease which is more common in women.
People involved in car crashes and experience whiplash are also at risk of intense neck pain. (Whiplash Associated Disorders- WAD)
Incorrectly positioned sleepers are at higher risk of neck pain. As a point of reference your body should be in line with your neck as you sleep so it is recommended to sleep with only a small pillow to avoid awkward head angles.
Stoopers and slouches are at risk of neck pain. A head forward is like carrying an extra 5kg weight. It is important to ensure your back and neck are straight at your desk. Moving around and also stretching regularly throughout the day is an important way to stay healthy. Another useful tip is to avoid tucking your phone in-between your shoulder and head while taking a call, instead use earphones or hands free to speak with.

Treatment

The most common form of treatment for mild to moderate acute neck pain is self-care at home and resting the muscles for two or three weeks as much as possible. If your neck pain is still present after this period of time, your doctor may recommend other treatments.
Chronic neck pain is a different entity and needs more specific and complex treatment. It’s best to avoid manual therapy of the neck as it could be very dangerous and cause serious injuries to your neck vessels such as stroke.
A multidisciplinary pain clinic such as SPMC can assist you with a faster recovery.
Physical therapy which will teach you how to posture your body to prevent further pain as well as exercises to perform in the case that the pain does return.
Other common therapies for severe neck pain include neck traction, pharmacological support, anti-inflammatory medication, hot and cold therapy, psychological therapies and acupuncture.
Other advanced options are nerve blocks, corticosteroid injections , radiofrequency neurotomy of the facet joints and stimulating nerves responsible for your neck and arm pain.
Use of neuromodulation techniques such as spinal cord stimulation can be suggested by your pain physician if all else fails.
In some extreme circumstances a doctor may recommend surgery however this is uncommon and not advised unless absolutely necessary.

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Best Pillow For Neck Pain

“What is the best pillow for my neck?” is a question Physiotherapists are often asked. The wrong pillow can cause or aggravate neck pain and stiffness, headache, scapular or arm pain. Sleep may be delayed or disturbed, or symptoms may be apparent on waking.

The ideal pillow will provide enough support to keep the neck and spine aligned in a neutral position. This prevents adoption of more ‘end-range’ neck postures during sleep, which are believed to increase biomechanical stresses on cervical spine (neck) structures. Support for the natural inward curve of the neck (lordosis) can also reduce pain caused by unconscious muscular tension.

Recommending the best pillow for individuals is a difficult task because of limited research to identify the best model among those currently available on the market. Advice by health professionals is often based on the anecdotal suggestions of expert colleagues and professional associations.

Different shapes of pillow have been suggested: roll-shaped orthopaedic pillows, contour (“neck or cervical pillow”) is generally designed to fit the form of the head with a firm support for the neck lordosis, or a combination of standard, cylindrical, and shoulder pillows. The height of the pillow is important for a good resting position and some designs have a pocket in the neck support for adjusting the filling to give individual support for this area.

Filling materials include foam or fibre, polyester, polyurethane, or kapok, bamboo, rubber, feather, duck or goose down. There are even water based and medicinal pillows with herbs! Beware if the filling material is too compact as this may be too hard or stiff against sometimes tender neck muscles.

An important consideration for some is washable pillows for good hygiene and that the filling materials do not cause allergies.

Habitual sleeping position will influence pillow preference. Side sleeping position is the most prevalent position (71.9%)1 and several research studies have tested pillows accordingly. Sleeping on your back usually requires less support than side lying. Sleeping on your front is not recommended as this usually positions the neck at or near end-range and can stress the intervertebral joints.

A 2009 Australian study1 recruited subjects who reported a preference for side sleep position with one pillow and recorded sleep quality and pillow comfort ratings, frequency of retiring and waking neck pain and duration of waking neck pain while sleeping for a week on their usual pillow, polyester (Tontine), foam (Dentons Comfort Classic), feather (Target) and latex rubber pillows (Dunlopillo) of regular shape and a foam contour pillow (Dentons Medirest). This study provided evidence to support recommendation of latex rubber pillows in the management of waking neck pain, and to improve sleep quality and pillow comfort. The rubber pillow performed better than subjects’ own pillow in most instances. Subjects’ own pillow performed similarly to foam and polyester pillows, and there was no evidence that the use of a foam contour pillow had advantages over the regular shaped pillows. The feather pillow was not recommended.

A follow up paper in 20102 by the same authors looking at people with neck/upper back symptoms again recommended latex pillows over any other of the five types tested for control of waking headache and scapular/arm pain. They also investigated whether pillow type alters neck-upper back posture when side lying and reported in a 2011 paper3 that the contour foam pillow did not support the neck any differently to a regular shaped foam pillow.

Further support for latex as a material was provided in a study4 of 42 patients with cervical spondylosis (age-related degenerative changes in intervertebral discs and cervical vertebrae). Use of a latex contour pillow in addition to physiotherapy treatment resulted in reduced pain, decreased disability and increased range of neck motion.

A new type of cervical pillow called a “spring pillow” was recently introduced on the market. It is made from viscoelastic polyurethane on the outside and contains 60 independent springs on the inside. This combination is thought to promote better neck posture because of the continuous adaptation of the pillow to the shape and movement of the head during sleep. A 2019 paper5 reported that use of the spring pillow was more effective than an educational intervention for improving cervical, thoracic, and head pain. Whether a spring pillow is more effective than other ergonomic pillows however remains to be tested.

In conclusion, we can be guided by the research as it currently exists, but since everyone’s head and neck configuration is different it is always better to test different pillows where possible to determine which one provides the best support for your neck. For example goose/duck down has always been my personal preference but that won’t suit everyone. Dunlopillo latex pillows are made in a combination of high and medium profiles with soft, medium or firm feels. I use a medium profile and feel latex pillow in the clinic for patients to test out.

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References:

Gordon, S. et al. (2009). Pillow use: The behaviour of cervical pain, sleep quality and pillow comfort in side sleepers. Manual Therapy 14; 671-678.
Gordon, S. et al. (2010). Pillow use: The behaviour of cervical stiffness, headache and scapular/arm pain. Journal of Pain Research 3; 137-145.
Gordon, S. et al. (2010). A randomized, comparative trial: does pillow type alter cervico-thoracic spinal posture when side lying? Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare 4; 321-327.
Fazli, F. et al. (2019). Ergonomic latex pillows as a part of a multimodal intervention or as an adjunct to rehabilitation programs in cervical spondylosis: are they useful? American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 98; 600-607.
Vanti, C. et al. (2019). Effectiveness of a “spring pillow” versus education in chronic nonspecific neck pain: A randomized controlled trial. Physical Therapy 99; 1177-1188.

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Hip and Knee Physiotherapy

Hip and Knee Physiotherapy can be crucial if you want to avoid unnecessary medical or surgical intervention with our accurate hip and knee assessment. The exercises from your hip and knee Physio will be simplified to make them more effective.

Hip assessment

Hips and knees are common areas of pain and injury for all age groups. Due to the way your hip joint is integrated with your pelvis and lumbar spine means that it is necessary to perform a thorough analysis of the lower limb with all hip pain assessments. Our experienced hip and knee physiotherapists will help you feel less pain, enjoy increased mobility, regain flexibility, and become more comfortable with your movement. Poor buttock strength can often cause hip, lateral hip, knee and kneecap pain. Doing the right course of exercises will help you get results faster. Targeted hip and knee pain physio treatments may help you avoid painful and invasive surgery. Hydrotherapy can also be effective when strengthening hip muscles. Common hip conditions that can be helped by our hip physio are:

Hip bursitis
Hip tendinopathy
Hip impingement
Hip osteoarthritis
Hip replacement
Hip muscle imbalance

Knee pain

Hip and knee injuries generally occur due to altered biomechanics (forces acting on the body, and the effects of these forces), excessive load or as a result of a traumatic injury. Treatment that your knee and hip physio may recommend for easing hip or knee pain may include joint mobilising, dry needling, taping, hydrotherapy, home/gym exercises and activity modification. Weight loss along with improving your buttock strength will help with knee arthritis symptoms and help you to avoid knee replacement surgery. Finding the right starting point for exercises for you is our speciality. Common knee conditions our knee physios see are:

Knee meniscal injuries
Knee ligament or tendon injuries
Knee bursitis
Knee osteoarthritis

Children also suffer from knee pain, often as a result of rapid growth spurts causing muscle imbalances and pain. The kneecap or just below the knee where the patella tendon attaches (Osgood Schlatters) can cause pain and discomfort as your child grows. Knee taping, bracing or foot orthotics will allow them to continue participating in sport. Carrying out the strengthening exercises recommended by our knee physio will also help reduce their pain.

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Sports and Injury Rehabilitation

Professional Exercise Rehabilitation for sport, work injuries and motor vehicle injuries. Helping your recovery so you can get back to doing the things you enjoy.

Sporting Injuries

Sporting injuries can be a frustrating interruption to your normal exercise routine – and an inconvenience in your day-to-day activities.
Our sports physiotherapy team are experienced and trained in sports physiotherapy musculoskeletal physiotherapy and sports massage. Once the extent of your sporting industry has been assessed they will create a sports rehabilitation program specifically for you to assist in your recovery.

Our sports injury physiotherapy team treat a variety of sporting injuries, such as;

Ankle Sprains
Knee Injuries
Rotator Cuff tears and shoulder impingement
Acute Back or Neck Injury
Muscle injuries Hamstring /Quads/Calf Strains

Work Related Injury or Motor Vehicle Injury

Experience counts when treating work-related injuries, and we will liaise with your GP and advise on the practical aspects of your return to work. Your injury will be managed with ‘hands-on treatment’, strengthening and conditioning either as a hydrotherapy pool, home or gym-based program.

You will learn practical solutions to manage your injury so that you are confident that you know what to do, what not to do and why. Our physiotherapists have a strong focus on education when it comes to rehabilitation and re-injury prevention. Motor vehicle injuries respond well to treatment when you know how you can ease your painful symptoms. Whiplash is a common and painful injury experienced in motor vehicle accidents. We have provided some additional information on whiplash injuries to help further.

Car Accident Physiotherapy

Whiplash Treatment Parramatta

CTP Insurance Physiotherapy Claims

What to do after a car accident

Physiotherapy After A Car Accident

I Was Injured in a Car Accident. Do I Need to see a Physio?

Car Accident Injury And Treatment

Car Accident Injuries & Treatment: What to Expect Physically After an Accident

Whiplash: What You Should Know About This Common Car Accident Injury

Motor Vehicle Accident Claims

Physiotherapy Treatment For Car Accident Injuries

Sport and Injury Rehabilitation

Our sports injury physiotherapists will guide you in your return to sporting activities, helping you ease into your usual exercise routines or competition training to ensure you don’t re-injure. Throughout your exercise rehabilitation treatment, we offer carefully created home management programs, with a range of exercise options including proprioceptive joint retraining. Other sports injury physiotherapy rehabilitation options that we can offer you include therapeutic yoga and sports massage, hydrotherapy and rehabilitation sessions at your local gym in Parramatta and surrounding suburbs.

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We understand the importance of occupational rehabilitation and work with professionals who are now working mostly from home. Your body is your greatest asset and we know you are keen to avoid work-related injuries. Our Parramatta Physio’s will teach you how to best manage your body to prevent injury and enable long-term healthy participation in your workplace. During treatment, your Physiotherapist will provide practical specific exercise and stretching routines to help you get the best from your body – no matter what your job requirements may be.

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