Karen Westcott
Knee pain can be a sign of underlying injuries to the knee. It is essential to recognise the different injuries, their symptoms, and the appropriate treatments. This article provides a concise overview of knee injuries, aiding in symptom identification, and guiding you through treatment possibilities for a safe and efficient recovery. Key Takeaways The…
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Lower back pain can be a debilitating and concerning condition, and from our experience, there can be a lot of misinformation out there on the web that can scare us into what is really going on in our lower backs. A disc herniation can sound scary when read on scans and feel pretty horrible,…
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What Causes Swollen Ankles and Feet? Swollen ankles and feet, also known as oedema, can be caused by various factors. Oedema (often called “edema” in American English) is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the body’s tissues. This can lead to swelling and puffiness in various parts of the body,…
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At Lilyfield Physio, we see many people who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia and are often diagnosed too late, after a fall and subsequent fracture. There is a lot to be aware of when it comes to osteoporosis and we hope to summarise the information to hopefully help everyone be better informed!…
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What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common form of arthritis, which is a degenerative joint disease that affects the cartilage, the protective tissue that covers the ends of bones in a joint. Unlike other types of arthritis that may be related to autoimmune or inflammatory processes, osteoarthritis primarily involves the gradual breakdown of cartilage…
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What is Shockwave therapy? Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive therapeutic intervention that utilises high-energy acoustic waves. It is believed to stimulate healing for various musculoskeletal disorders. It has primarily been used in the field of orthopedics and sports medicine but has also found applications in other medical specialties.…
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Sacroiliac joint dysfunction, also known as SI joint pain or SI joint dysfunction, refers to a condition characterized by pain and discomfort in the sacroiliac joints. The sacroiliac joints are located in the lower part of the back, where the sacrum (the triangular bone at the base of the spine) connects with the iliac…
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The Shoulder Joint The shoulder joint is one of the most mobile and complex joints in the human body. It is a ball-and-socket joint that allows a wide range of movement, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, internal rotation, and external rotation. The shoulder joint is formed by the articulation between the head of the humerus…
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What is ankle pain? Ankle is a hinge joint that connects the leg to the foot, any discomfort or pain felt in or around the ankle joint is referred to ankle pain. The ankle joint is made up of three ankle bones, the tibia, fibula, and talus, as well as several ligaments, tendons, and muscles…
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Exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle and can be particularly beneficial during and after pregnancy. Significant changes in the cardiac, respiratory, hormonal and musculoskeletal systems during pregnancy, mean that many pregnant women can experience shortness of breath, fatigue, lower back pain, pelvic joint change, separation of the abdominal muscles and urinary…
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