Steroid Injections: Have you or someone you know been told you need to have one? my Physio SA Explains

Low Back Pain, Patients, Problems, Shoulder Pain, Upper Back Pain, Wrist Pain

A GP or specialist may refer you for a steroid injection, but what is it?   A steroid, or cortisone/corticosteroid, injection contains a strong anti-inflammatory medication that may help to settle pain that is not changing with physiotherapy management or that is hindering you from completing an exercise program or functioning with daily life. A…

Preparing for Gynaecological Surgery – Physiotherapy Advice by Womens Health Physio Kate

Bladder and Incontinence, Pelvic Pain, Problems

Pre-operative Physiotherapy is routinely used to enhance recovery from gynaecological surgery. It is particularly important for women undergoing procedures for incontinence, prolapse repair and hysterectomy.   How a Women’s Health Physio Can Help: Your recovery immediately post-operatively and in the weeks following surgery can be made more comfortable and less daunting with some simple strategies…

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Top 5 Major Problems that Your Stiff Neck May Be Causing by Physiotherapist Anthony Sheridan

Arm Pain, Elbow Pain, Hand/Wrist, Headaches, Headaches, Muscle Injuries, Neck, Neck Pain, Patients, Problems, Upper Back Pain, Wrist Pain

Does your neck feel stiff or sore all the time? Did you know that your neck might be causing pain to refer to other places?   Here are our Top 5 major problems your stiff neck might be causing:   Headaches Arm Pain Pins and needles in your hand and arm Tight upper back Sinus…

Is Your Teenager at risk of a Sport Injury from playing football, netball, soccer or basketball? Advice from a Physiotherapist

Ankle/Foot, Exercise Physiology, Knee, Patients, Problems, Sports Injuries

We always have the best intentions for our children when it comes to sport, and we never want to see them sidelined because of an injury. This blog will highlight the 3 most common sporting injuries that physiotherapists see in children. For each injury, we will discuss what could be the cause of and how…