Lower limb – hip, leg, knee, ankle, foot
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Best Pickleball Shoes for Arthritic Knees: Stability and Cushioning to Keep You Playing
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Pickleball is a low-impact sport compared to tennis — but don’t let that fool you. The stop-start nature, lateral shuffles, and quick pivots can still aggravate arthritic knees if you’re not wearing the right footwear. The right pair of pickleball shoes can ease pressure on your knees, protect your joints, and help you feel more…
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Essential Stretches for Achilles Tendons: A Physio’s Guide
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Introduction As a physiotherapist, I often see patients struggling with Achilles tendon issues. Whether it’s Achilles tendinopathy, stiffness, or general discomfort, stretching plays a vital role in maintaining the health and flexibility of this critical tendon. In this blog, I’ll share some of the most effective stretches for the Achilles tendon, helping you prevent injuries…
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Are Your Feet Affecting Your Back?
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The Surprising Connection Between Your Feet and Your Back When you think about back pain, you probably picture your spine, your muscles, or maybe your posture — but what about your feet? Your feet are the foundation of your entire body.If that foundation is unstable, imbalanced, or poorly supported, the effects can travel upwards, leading…
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Why Barefoot Shoes Aren’t Always Bad for Bad Knees
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Barefoot shoes have become a trendy option for people looking to go back to basics and connect with the ground. For some, they offer a natural, minimalist approach to walking and running. However, when it comes to knee pain, barefoot shoes may not always be the best choice — at least not right away. Why…
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Which Is Better for Sore Feet — Birkenstocks or Hokas?
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If you have sore feet, every step can feel like a challenge. Whether it’s from plantar fasciitis, arthritis, or just being on your feet all day, finding the right footwear can make all the difference. Two of the most popular comfort shoe brands on the market are Birkenstocks and Hokas — but which is better…
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Why Slower Runners Might Actually Have It Harder
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When it comes to marathons and long-distance events, we often focus on finish times, pace, and distance covered. But there’s another way to measure effort that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: time under load. This has been on my mind a lot recently, because I have a huge number of patients currently training for events…
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15 Things to Give Up to Heal Your Body and Mind
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Healing is a journey that’s as much about what we let go of as it is about what we embrace. While we often focus on the physical aspects of recovery—such as exercise, therapy, or medication—mental and emotional healing are just as crucial. When we choose to release what no longer serves us, whether physically or…
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What Role Does Weight Management Play in Reducing Knee Arthritis Symptoms?
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Introduction If you’re living with knee arthritis and carrying extra weight, you’ve probably heard how important weight loss is for easing joint pain. But what’s often left out of that conversation is how incredibly hard it can be to lose weight—especially when you’re already in pain, your mobility is limited, and even walking can be…
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Why Your Plantar Fasciitis Isn’t Healing – And What Most Advice Misses
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Still dealing with heel pain, despite doing all the “right” things? You’ve tried resting, stretching, maybe even rolling your foot on a frozen water bottle. And yet, the heel pain keeps returning. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The term plantar fasciitis is widely used — but it isn’t entirely accurate. Most long-term heel…
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How Does Cold and Heat Therapy Help Relieve Knee Arthritis Pain?
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Introduction Knee arthritis can be extremely painful, but thankfully, there are various non-invasive methods available to help manage the discomfort. Cold and heat therapy are two simple yet highly effective treatments for relieving knee arthritis pain. In this blog, we’ll explore how both types of therapy work, when to use them, and how they can…
Is Your Posture Causing You Pain?