With summer in full swing and temperatures on the rise, it’s more important than ever to stay hydrated. Whether you’re spending time outside, being more active, or coming in for physiotherapy, making sure you’re drinking enough water is one of the best things you can do for your health. Water plays a critical role in … Read more
As Wimbledon swings into full gear, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of world-class tennis. The grace, power, and endurance on display are not only entertaining—they’re inspiring. And for many of us, it’s the perfect motivation to grab a racket and head to the court ourselves. Tennis is a fantastic full-body workout. It … Read more
Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports-related injuries we see in physiotherapy. Despite how frequently they occur, many people don’t fully understand what a sprain is or how to prevent one. What Is an Ankle Sprain? A sprain is an injury to a ligament, which is a type of soft tissue that helps … Read more
Following the mass exodus of office workers flocking to their homes a few weeks ago, many may have envisaged this as a short term way of working. As we look on, we realise that weeks are more realistically going to turn into months as we batten down the hatches. Here are some of Thorpes’ top tips … Read more
What is plantar fasciits?Plantar fasciitis or fasciopathy is a painful condition of the sole of the foot often characterised by pain on the middle underside of your heel. The plantar fascia consists of thick and strong interwoven bands of collagen which run from the heel bone to the front of the foot, helping to support … Read more
Today we are focusing on one of our most commonly seen injuries – Achilles pain. Achilles pain or tendinopathy is a condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness of the Achilles tendon that joins your heel bone to your calf muscles. It is a relatively common soft tissue injury that can affect both athletes and non-athletes. Many … Read more
The ankle joint has three bones that are precisely shaped to interlock and give stability. Strong bands of connective tissue called ligaments reinforce the joint and help hold the bones together. These ligaments prevent too much movement of the joint. A sudden movement or twist, often when the foot rolls in, can overstretch the supporting … Read more
Stand Firm – Don’t Let Heel Pain Stop You Plantar Fasciitis is a common overuse injury affecting the sole or flexor surface (plantar) of the foot. A diagnosis of plantar fasciitis means you have inflamed the tough, fibrous band of tissue (fascia) connecting your heel bone to the base of your toes. The classic sign … Read more
Ankle sprains, particularly ligament sprains are one of the most commonly treated injuries and are extremely common in sports that involve rapid changes in direction such as netball, football and football. An ankle sprain can result in a swollen and bruised ankle after an incident during sport, work or everyday activities. It may be a … Read more
Biomechanical Gait AnalysisSports injury, acute or chronic, can easily develop from poor biomechanics of the foot. Biomechanics is a broad area within Podiatry, which involves a detailed evaluation and analysis of how the joints of the limb and foot function in relation to each other. This requires sophisticated equipment and training to best understand human … Read more
