by seb abbas | May 4, 2026 | Lifestyle, Physiotherapy, Wellness
We’re all fairly conscious that the secret to healthy aging is staying active. The focus, particularly for heart health, has long centred on cardio and 10,000-step daily targets. While this is all highly beneficial, research increasingly shows that strength training...
by seb abbas | Apr 27, 2026 | Injury, Pain management, Physiotherapy
What Is Piriformis Syndrome? The piriformis is a small, pear-shaped muscle buried deep in the buttock. It attaches from the sacrum at the base of the spine to the top of the thigh bone. Its job is to rotate and stabilise the hip, particularly during walking, standing,...
by seb abbas | Apr 9, 2026 | Lifestyle, Physiotherapy
An essential component of physiotherapy treatment is your home exercise program. All physiotherapists know that patients who complete their exercises will have better outcomes from their treatment, however it can be difficult to find time to complete them. Here are a...
by seb abbas | Mar 28, 2026 | Pain management, Physiotherapy
Strains and sprains are words that are used almost interchangeably when describing injuries, however, they each have quite distinct meanings. The most straightforward explanation is that a “strain” refers to a tear in amuscle or tendon, while a “sprain” refers to a...
by seb abbas | Mar 1, 2026 | Pain management, Physiotherapy
What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? The thoracic outlet is a small opening between the neck and shoulder that allows a variety of nerves and blood vessels to pass safely from the neck to supply the arm, chest, and shoulder blade. As this can be quite a small space, any...
by seb abbas | Feb 21, 2026 | Lifestyle, Physiotherapy
If you’ve ever started a new hobby and noticed your balance isn’t quite up to scratch, it can be quite a disturbing discovery. Balance is an important part of many activities and if your balance is not being challenged regularly, it’s easy for it...
