OSTEOARTHRITIS
Most common musculoskeletal disorder affecting Australians and is the leading cause of long term pain and disability among the elderly. 1.4 million Australians suffer from OA. Currently 19,000 [...]
HYDROTHERAPY
Hydrotherapy or aquatic physiotherapy is a popular modality used by physiotherapists in the treatment of a wide variety of conditions. Specific exercises are done in a heated pool at 33° wherein [...]
RSI- Repetitive strain injury
RSI (or Repetitive Strain Injury) is a descriptive term for an overuse injury.Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS) is another name used to describe RSI. Repeated use of the same movements causes [...]
BAKERS CYST
Bakers cyst refers to a persistent swelling which develops in the back of the knee. It commonly develops following an injury to a structure within the knee joint. Signs and symptoms: It generally [...]
CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME
What is it? It refers to a nerve disorder occurring at the wrist which causes pain, sensory changes and a loss of function within the hand. How does it happen? It is caused by the compression of [...]