There is no doubt that Australian Rules Football is one of the most popular sports in Australia. However, there are several common injuries which are associated with playing AFL, that can occur in all levels of the sport. Why are injuries so prevalent in the...
What are the Meniscus? The Meniscus are found within the knee. The knee is made up of three bones, the patella (kneecap), the femur (thigh bone) and the tibia (shin bone) as well as ligaments and cartilage. There are two sections of cartilage in the knee called the...
The shoulder joint is the most mobile joint in the body, making it more prone to dislocation. Sports injuries, motor accidents and falls can all cause the shoulder to dislocate. If you think that you have dislocated your shoulder, it is important to seek medical...
Committing time, effort, care, and patience to your recovery helps move the healing process along. While a recovery timeline of 6 to 12 months is generally predicted, your overall health, the specifics of your surgery, post-surgery activities and therapy all...
Frozen shoulder is the common term used to describe adhesive capsulitis, a condition that results in pain and limited shoulder mobility. While the exact cause is unclear, regular daily gentle stretching can help avoid or address the issue. Sedentary work, being...
Taking the time to prepare for partial or total knee replacement surgery can help reduce possible causes of stress during the recovery period. It’s easy to become so focused on surgery that a comprehensive post-care plan falls by the wayside. But a few simple...
The human body uses over 600 muscles to keep us moving, so it makes perfect sense giving them a stretch will help maintain optimal conditioning. Stretching as little as 2 or 3 times a week using the right techniques can make a noticeable difference to your flexibility...
Australia’s love of all types of sport is a part of our cultural uniqueness. But with that passion comes the burden of sports injuries. Research from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare conducted in 2016-17 showed that almost 60,000 people over 15 years old...
Fast-paced and with frequent and aggressive bodily contacts, Basketball injuries can and do occur, and can be especially rough on your knees. Injuries are most commonly caused by falls, player contact, awkward landings and knee-jerk changes in direction, so it is...
Meniscus injuries are common, affecting an estimated 6 in 1,000 Australians during their lifetime. Males between 20 and 29 are the most likely to suffer a meniscus tear, and (or possibly because) most meniscus injuries result from sport or sudden impact. However, you...
