When we think of hypermobility, we quickly think of someone who is incredibly limber. Yet it is possible that people who are hypermobile actually feel stiff and suffer from overworked tendons and muscles more quickly. In that case, we speak of hypermobility syndrome (HMS). In this blog, we tell you more about hypermobility and HMS and read...
Do you enjoy walking, but do you regularly get back pain while hiking? That can spoil the fun of hiking considerably. Fortunately, these complaints are often easy to solve. In this blog, we would like to share with you six tips to prevent back pain while hiking. But first the advantages of hiking on...
What position do you sleep in? Do you wake up refreshed and ready for bed, or do you sometimes suffer from a stiff neck or back when getting up? If so, it makes sense to check your sleeping posture. After all, incorrect posture can lead to various physical complaints. Do you have...
Does your day always start with pain and stiffness in the joints? Then you may just have osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a common joint disorder that unfortunately does not go away. But of course, that doesn't mean we can't help you with the stiffness and pain! Physiotherapy FriskFysio is happy to help you manage your symptoms,...
Many people with chronic joint and muscle pain say that the weather affects the pain symptoms they experience. This is true. It has now also been scientifically established through a study by the University of Manchester. Conclusion: In the winter months, people with chronic pain, such as rheumatoid arthritis, 20% are more likely to have their pain worsen on...
January is the month of good intentions. As many as 90% of those resolutions are about wanting to move more. Walking is one of the most accessible ways to get moving. Even if you suffer from joint problems, such as osteoarthritis, walking is extremely suitable. But why is walking so good? U...
Every year we make new resolutions, such as quitting smoking, cutting down on sweets or exercising more. Unfortunately, most resolutions are given up halfway through January because they are not very realistic. That is why we have set 6 resolutions for you that are achievable, so that you will still be a bit fitter and...
Autumn started at the end of September. Time to prepare ourselves properly for the upcoming cold, wet and short days. The very ingredients for an autumn dip. A phenomenon that affects more than half of the Dutch population. If you want to escape an autumn dip, staying active and exercising is very important. In the...
Playing sports is good for your overall health. However, you may start suffering from sports injuries. A sports injury, as the word suggests, is an injury (injury, damage or complaint) that you sustain while playing sport. This injury can be divided into three different types; muscle injury, tendon injury or a bone injury. But.
Many young athletes suffer from shoulder instability. You may hear a snap or feel that one shoulder is stronger than the other. But how can one shoulder be stronger than the other while you train both the same? And what should you do to prevent shoulder instability or...