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A normal X-ray or MRI doesn't always explain persistent pain. Learn why scans don't tell the whole story and how a physiotherapy assessment can uncover
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James' AFL season came to an abrupt halt after an ACL rupture. Follow his recovery journey from injury and diagnosis through to ACL reconstruction and
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A routine box jump turned serious when Steven landed awkwardly, suffering a fractured fibula and syndesmosis rupture. Discover how accurate diagnosis guided his recovery and
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A 17-year-old competitive netball player developed chronic right shoulder instability after an initial dislocation, experiencing around 30 recurrent dislocations or subluxations over four years. Despite
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James, a 29-year-old recreational rugby player, developed right thigh pain after a sudden “pull” while accelerating, with swelling and bruising forcing him to stop playing.
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Stay pain-free this Easter with simple tips to manage activity, avoid injury, and enjoy the long weekend without stiffness or strain.
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Physio tips on how athletes can recover faster between training and matches to prevent injuries early in the season as sports ramps up.
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Sandra presented to Total Body Physio with persistent lower back and left leg pain that had forced her to stop playing football and was beginning
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Pre-season offers a crucial window to reduce injury risk before training loads and intensity increase. By identifying and addressing weaknesses or movement limitations early, athletes
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Chondromalacia Patellae: Competitive basketball player Presenting issue: Persistent anterior right knee pain limiting training and competition
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Physio Back to School Tips for Growing Bodies As children return to school, routines change quickly. New timetables, heavier school […]
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Jared, a 38-year-old recreational runner, presented to Total Body Physio with worsening Achilles pain. After rapidly increasing training for a 10 km fun run, he
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At the heart of many shoulder problems is the rotator cuff, a group of muscles and tendons essential for shoulder stability and movement. When these
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Lower back pain (LBP) is the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting up to 80% of people at some point in their lives (Hartvigsen et
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Lower back pain (LBP) is the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting up to 80% of people at some point in their lives (Hartvigsen et
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease where the articular cartilage—the smooth tissue covering the ends of bones—progressively deteriorates.
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Shin splints, medically known as Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS), describes pain along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia). This condition commonly affects individuals
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Hamstring injuries are among the most common soft tissue injuries in sport and often pose a frustrating challenge for athletes and active individuals alike.
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The ACL (Anterior cruciate ligament) is one of the key stabilising ligaments of the knee connecting the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone).
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Often referred to as a high ankle sprain, “syndesmotic injuries, account for around 11% to 17% of total ankle sprains” (Salaameh et al, 2022). The
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Understanding Shoulder Instability Shoulder instability is a common condition, particularly among young, active individuals. Shields et al., 2018 reported that […]
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Lateral Ligament Injuries of the Ankle Lateral ankle sprains or lateral ligament tears are the most common lower extremity […]
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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions affecting the knee. It […]
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Understanding and Managing Neck Pain Neck pain is often as a result of facet joint irritation, muscular dysfunction, joint […]