Safe Lifting
The lifting and moving of objects is a common cause of pain and injury to your lower body. The low […]
Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains, particularly ligament sprains are one of the most commonly treated injuries and are extremely common in sports that
Instructions for Using Crutches
GENERAL INFORMATION You have been given crutches so that you can rest your injured leg. You should wear a shoe
Corked Thigh
What is a corky? A corky is a bruised muscle that results in bleeding into the muscle. As with a
Shoulder Injuries
The shoulder is a very important joint in many sports such as racquet sports, swimming and ball sports. It is
Hamstring Strains
Hamstring injuries are the most common soft-tissue injury to the thigh, and are often seen in runners, especially sprinters, hurdlers
Core Stability
To attain total fitness, an athlete must possess “core stability” – the ability to use the muscles to keep the
Chronic Knee Injuries
Chronic Knee Injuries can affect many athletes, from the professional who trains twice daily to the Saturday morning netballer. The
Acute Knee Injuries
Whether you play sport socially or professionally, a knee injury can cause significant pain and dysfunction. Acute knee injuries are
Food Supplements
There are arguments both for and against many food supplements. The following outlines some of the most common food supplements