Inline skating is a fun and active sport that’s good for your muscles, fitness and balance. You get to be out in the fresh air, get plenty of exercise and enjoy the fresh air and the surroundings. Whilst rollerblading, you work your legs, core, arms and balance. Occasionally, you may sustain an injury, for example due to…
Perhaps you’ll recognise this: you just keep going, finishing off that last email and constantly putting off taking a break. Meanwhile, tiredness and stress build up unnoticed, until your body eventually puts the brakes on. What starts with a hectic schedule and stress can ultimately lead to burnout. Burnout can have a major impact…
Do you think scoliosis only affects children? That is a common misconception. A lateral curvature of the spine can also cause symptoms in adulthood. You may notice that your back tires more quickly, that you stand crookedly, or that pain is becoming more frequent. Sometimes the curvature has been present for years; sometimes it develops gradually…
Enjoying a nice walk, exercising, gardening or simply working without nagging pain. Surely that’s what you want too? Good news: in many cases, there’s a lot you can do yourself to prevent these problems. Regular or prolonged strain on the joints can lead to bursitis. Preventing these problems therefore starts with making sensible choices about your daily physical activity.…
Do you experience knee pain when walking, turning or squatting? If so, you may have a torn meniscus. This injury is often caused by sport or during everyday movements such as standing up or climbing stairs. A tear in the meniscus can significantly limit your daily activities. By taking these symptoms seriously and not…
Do you suffer from asthma and experience symptoms when exercising? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Many people with asthma say they experience shortness of breath, coughing or a tightness in the chest when exercising. This can make you feel insecure and lead to you becoming less active,…
Do you suffer from persistent shoulder pain, for example when lifting things or sleeping on your side? If so, you may have tendonitis in your shoulder. This condition is common among people who frequently strain their shoulders, for example at work, whilst playing sport or during everyday activities. Tendinitis can cause a great deal of discomfort. By identifying the cause in good time…
Have you started the new year with resolutions to take up exercise? Well done! But, of course, accidents can happen in the blink of an eye – especially if you’ve started exercising too intensely, in which case there’s a good chance you’ve picked up an injury. Below, you can read about how these injuries occur, what to look out for…
An ankle sprain is often the result of an unfortunate accident. You might slip, take a wrong step or land awkwardly whilst playing sport. This happens regularly, particularly during the winter months and when engaging in more strenuous exercise. A sprained ankle often causes immediate pain and swelling, which can make walking more difficult. You should not underestimate this injury. By…
The New Year is the perfect time to get active with renewed energy. Perhaps you’re taking up running, building up your training again, or simply want to become more active. Proper preparation will help you stay injury-free. It is precisely at this time of year that physiotherapists often see cases of shin splints, a common overuse injury that can dampen your motivation…
