Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a chronic condition potentially affecting a number of structures around the hip. It is characterised by pain and tenderness over the outside of the buttock and thigh. The pain usually arises from a tendinopathy (tendon...
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) What is a Tennis Elbow? Last week we wrote about Golfers Elbow. Now Spring is here we know that it’s not only Golf people will be going back to but also Tennis. So this blog is about Tennis Elbow Tennis elbow is normally...
Elbow pain in golfers Spring is here and we know that many of you are looking to take up your favourite sports. So we thought you would like to learn a little more about the pain in your elbow you have been experiencing. Golfer’s elbow is normally identified...
What is Calcific tendinitis – Shoulder Pain? In this video Michael explains more about this condition and the treatment – Shockwave therapy Calcific tendinitis is caused by the build up of calcium deposits in your muscles or tendons. In the case of your...
Often when we are contacted about booking a first appointment with one of the chiropody/podiatry team we are asked questions about what to expect. In order to help answer the questions this blog outlines what you should and shouldn’t experience during your...
What is a Sprain/Strain? A sprain occurs when you apply excess stress on your back that can overstretch and damage ligaments. A back strain is an injury to either a muscle or tendon What causes strains and sprains? Our backs are amazing structures that cope with such...
