The Lumbar Multifidus Muscle in Acute and Chronic Low Back Pain Introduction Since 1994, there has been a body of research developing that is looking at the function and recovery of the lumbar multifidus...
Role of physiotherapy in the management of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Introduction The Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is defined as a chronic condition characterized by a severe pain following injury to the bone...
The role of physiotherapy in the management of lower back pain Introduction Lower back pain is one of the leading causes of physical disability, especially at the workplace. Research indicates that almost 80% of...
Case Study – Medication and Physio working together Introduction This 51 year old lady has been suffering with severe right sided neck, back and arm pain for 4 years. Her pain began when she...
Exercises for lower back pain Introduction When an episode of low back pain lasts for more than six weeks, it is important for the patient to consider back pain exercises and physical therapy for...
Physiotherapy: The Basics Physiotherapy is primarily defined as a science that strives to improve movement dysfunction, promote optimal health and functions of the human body. At its core, physiotherapy places human movement as central...
Slouching and Back Pain. Why is it that low back pain can be so much worse when we sit relaxed? Your mother probably always told you not to slouch, and, according to research from...
Headache and Physiotherapy Headache is a complex type of pain. Headache may have several causes and may be difficult to diagnose and treat. Many headaches are unexplained. However, there is building evidence that a...
Work Station Assessment / Ergonomics Sitting all day, everyday can be just as problematic as lifting heavy objects. A sedentary lifestyle sitting in front of a computer terminal can often lead to pain in...
The IT Workstation If you or your staff spend considerable periods of time working in front of computers, musculoskeletal disorders can potentially have a major impact on your business. Recent research indicates that 50%...