Prolapsed Disc (‘Slipped Disc’)

Prolapsed Disc (‘Slipped Disc’)

This is one of the most Common Back Problems. In this article we look at a condition that is commonly known as a ‘slipped disc’ What is a Prolapsed disc (Slipped Disc) A prolapsed disc, sometimes called a herniated disc and commonly referred to as a ‘slipped disc’...
Common Back Problems – Sciatica

Common Back Problems – Sciatica

What is Sciatica? Sciatica is a painful condition caused by an irritated or compressed sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve runs from your lower back to your feet. Sciatica will often get better naturally in 4 to 6 weeks but can last longer. Symptoms of sciatica Pain...
A ‘Day’ in the life of our Physio

A ‘Day’ in the life of our Physio

Our resident MSK Physio is Catia Silva who is in the clinic on Thursdays afternoons between 2pm and 8pm.   Patients present with a wide range of conditions that can include:- Arthritis Generalised aches and pains Back pain Chronic pain Falls and fractures...
Common Back Problems – Strains and Sprains

Common Back Problems – Strains and Sprains

Back Sprains and Strains What is a sprain? A sprain occurs when you apply excess stress on your back that can overstretch and damage ligaments. What is a strain? A back strain is an injury to either a muscle or tendon What causes strains and sprains? Our backs are...
A ‘Day’ in the life of our Physio

Common Joint Problems – Frozen Shoulder

What is a Frozen Shoulder? The technical name for a frozen shoulder is adhesive capsulitis. Symptoms typically include stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint which leads to restricted movement. What causes a Frozen Shoulder? The pain is often caused by swelling and...