Strength Training
Strength training, also known as resistance training or weight training, is a critical component of overall fitness and well-being. Its importance can be highlighted in several key areas including muscle development, bone health, metabolic health, functional strength, injury prevention, mental health, posture, performance enhancing, longevity and quality of life. Types of resistance training we provide […]
Whole Body Vibration Therapy
Vibration therapy is a treatment method that uses vibrations to stimulate various therapeutic effects on the body. When the device vibrates it transmits energy to the individual using the plate making the muscles contract and relax every second. The therapeutic goals include muscle activation (strength and conditioning), proprioception and balance training, increased blood flow and […]
Sports Therapy Vs Physiotherapy – What’s the difference?
We often have clients enquiring whether they need Physiotherapy or Sports Therapy, or saying they can’t see a Sports Therapist as they didn’t get their injury playing a sport. However, both professions are trained and insured to treat musculoskeletal disorders, so most of the time it doesn’t matter who you see, but there are some […]
Stretching
What are the benefits of stretching? Research shows that stretching increases flexibility, improves range of motion, and improves function of injured or painful muscles. Stretching may also reduce risk of injury, and certain types of stretching may improve muscle performance. One common belief about stretching is that stretching reduces soreness after physical activity. However, based […]
What is Diastasis and what do I do about it?
Diastasis recti is the partial or complete separation of the rectus abdominus or ‘six-pack’ muscles. This muscle is connected down the midline of the stomach by the linea alba (connective tissue). Diastasis is common during and following pregnancy – a gap in the rectus abdominus muscle occurs to make room for the growing baby. In […]
Why are my joints noisy?
Our joints, sometimes make a variety of noises and we want to know what these noises are and what they mean. Our brains are constantly evaluating danger vs safety and the more information it has stored the better we are able to weigh these decisions. Does my cracking joint mean danger? At the same time […]
Myofascial Dry Cupping: What is it and how does it work?
Have you ever been watching sport on TV and seen an athlete walk out with circular bruise like marks on their body? Well that would be a sign that they have had some myofascial dry cupping treatment! Dry Cupping involves plastic cups being placed on the treatment area with a suction using a hand held […]
Rock Climbing Warm Up
Most of the time, when I go to climb, other climbers are asking me if there is a good warm up that I know before starting the session. In this article, you’ll gain access on why it is important to have a proper warm-up and what exercises are specific for rock climbing, especially to reduce […]
ACL Injury Risk in Women
What is the ACL? The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a ligament which provides stability to the knee joint. Injuries most often happen from a non-contact injury, usually from a movement such as a quick change of direction, twist, or landing from a jump. Why are ACL tears more common in women? ACL tears happen […]
Common Injuries in Rugby
It only takes a few seconds of watching rugby before you realise why injuries are common. The sheer velocity at which some players travel across the pitch and collide with each other means that problems are inevitable and unavoidable. As with any sport, players of all ages and abilities can present with injuries ranging from […]