Think scoliosis only affects children? That is a common misconception. Even in adulthood, a lateral curvature of the spine can cause symptoms. You may notice that your back is getting tired faster, that you are crooked or that pain is recurring. Sometimes the abnormality has existed for years, sometimes it arises gradually
Enjoy walking, exercising, gardening or just working without nagging pain. You want that too, don't you? Good news: in many cases you can do a lot yourself to prevent symptoms. Regular or long-term stress on the joints can lead to bursitis. Preventing these symptoms therefore starts with smart choices in your daily movement....
Do you suffer from knee pain when walking, turning or squatting? If so, you may have a torn meniscus. This injury is often caused by playing sports or during everyday movements such as standing up or climbing stairs. A torn meniscus can limit you considerably in your daily activities. By taking these symptoms seriously and not...
Do you suffer from asthma and experience symptoms while moving? Then you are certainly not alone. Many people with asthma report experiencing tightness of the chest, coughing or a feeling of pressure during exercise. This can make you feel insecure and cause you to become less active,...
Do you suffer from persistent shoulder pain when lifting or sleeping on your side, for example? Then it could be tendinitis in the shoulder. This complaint is common in people who often strain their shoulder, for example during work, sport or daily activities. Tendonitis can cause a lot of discomfort. By treating the cause in time,...
Have you started this new year with good intentions to exercise? Way to go! But of course an accident is in a small corner, especially if you have started exercising too hard, then chances are that you have suffered an injury. Below you can read how these injuries happen, what to look out for and...
An ankle sprain often occurs in a nasty accident. You slip, just step wrong or land unhappily while exercising. Especially in the winter months and with more intensive exercise, this is a frequent occurrence. An ankle sprain often causes immediate pain and swelling, which can make walking more difficult. You should not underestimate this injury. By being on...
The new year is the time to get moving full of fresh energy. Maybe you are starting running, rebuilding your workouts or simply want to get more active. Good preparation will help you stay injury-free. It is precisely during this period that physiotherapists often see shin splints, a common overuse complaint that can make your motivation...