Osteitis pubis is a name covering several of the potential causes of chronic groin pain.  In most cases, this condition can be treated successfully with physiotherapy.  Read more...

Plantar fasciitis (also called plantar fasciopathy) is a common and sometimes difficult condition to treat.

Some recent research has shown excellent results with a relatively simple treatment program.  Read more...

Shoulder dislocations are a common injury in sports involving overhead activity. Australian Rules football has among the highest rates of this condition due to the high speeds and contacts involved.
So do these injuries need physiotherapy, or are they best to see the surgeon? Read more...

There are many causes of wrist pain.  One cause is a condition called de Quervain’s tenosynovitis,.. Read more

Patellofemoral joint (PFJ) pain is a generalised term to describe pain around or behind the knee cap that is not caused by any specific pathology or lesion.

It is a very common condition seen at the clinic and well treated with Physiotherapy
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Proximal hamstring tendinopathy (also known as ‘hamstring origin’ or ‘high hamstring’ tendinopathy), has often been thought of as very difficult to treat. However, a thorough, specific physiotherapy program is effective in most cases of this condition

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This was recently published in the Independent newspaper in Ireland and is highly relevant not only for patients but also for practitioners. 

Our team is also about to commence some further research activities as part of the Specific Treatment of the Spine (STOPS) trials – keep an eye out for future blogs that will update you on our research projects.

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The term “Shoulder Impingement” is used frequently in medical consultations and is commonly mentioned in shoulder ultrasound reports.  This condition can be very effectively treated with physiotherapy in many cases. Read more

The hip joint has been under a lot more scrutiny in the last 15 years with the advent of cheaper and higher quality MRI scans. Patients are increasingly been diagnosed with labral tears as the cause of their symptoms. 
But are labral tears normal and do they need treatment? Read more

Epidemiological studies suggest most of us will have back pain at some stage in our life and whilst most conditions are manageable with simple techniques, a proportion of back conditions can be more troublesome.

Symptoms may worsen over time leading to reduced function and surgery may eventually be offered as a treatment alternative. Deciding which treatment to embark upon can be difficult as risks associated with some treatments require consideration.  Read more