Patella subluxation or patella dislocation is a common injury our physiotherapists see and help with. What is the patella? The patella is commonly known as the knee cap. It sits in a groove in the knee, which is called the ‘trochlear groove’. What is a patella subluxation/dislocation? This is where the patella (kneecap) moves out…
Following on from an earlier blog on acute ankle injuries (READ HERE) we will now go into detail about more specific ankle injuries that we assess and help treat. One of the most common injuries we see is the lateral ankle sprain. Although this is very common in sports (especially basketball, football, netball, soccer) we…
At SportsFit, we’re seeing more patients presenting with acute ankle pain. This is a common injury seen across sports, especially among footballers, netballers and soccer players following a sudden incident on the field or court. Unfortunately, it’s not just isolated to athletes, as we see this injury often amongst the general population too. Acute ankle…
As we enter the hottest month of the year, it is important to consider how we can stay safe while exercising in extreme heat conditions. Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) have developed a new policy and accompanying App which provides guidelines and advice on how best to mitigate the effects of extreme heat during exercise. Below…
Low back (lumbar spine) injuries are commonplace in cricket given the unique demands of the sport including bowling, fielding and batting. Back injuries can occur in any age and sometimes can be the most debilitating- resulting in significant time away from sport. What are the different types of low back injuries in cricket? Lumbar spine…
Why is bone health important? Bone is a dynamic tissue that is continually being built, broken down and rebuilt as part of a normal metabolic process called bone remodelling. Bone remodelling involves resorption (breaking down of old bone or the removal of micro-damaged cells) and formation (building new bone). This dynamic nature of bone is commonly underappreciated….
What is Load Management? ‘Load’ refers to any force placed on body tissues (bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles). This can be in various forms – anything from walking to the mailbox to playing a game of football. ‘Load management’ refers to the practice of controlling loads in order to reduce injury risk and maximise performance. Body…
What exercise is best? Land-based exercise such as walking and strength training are all effective in managing OA. We recommend any exercise or group of exercises that will: What does the evidence say about exercise and Osteoarthritis? 1. Exercising appropriately does not cause harm to the cartilage, and instead can improve cartilage health. 2. Exercise…
How can you treat osteoarthritis (OA)? Currently, there is no known way of curing cartilage loss. Initial treatment focuses on reducing symptoms and improving function of the joint. Based on evidence, the recommended treatment for osteoarthritis is outlined in Figure 1. First Line Treatment Recommendations: Education Everyone with OA should understand the basic information about…
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is a disease which affects the entire joint. It can occur in any joint but most commonly affects the knees, hips and hands. OA is the most common chronic condition of the joints and is the leading cause of physical inactivity in those over 65 years of age. In healthy joints, the…
